Horizon 42 – Soar Above the City welcomes guests to the city’s newest rooftop pop-up bar and lounge experience, now open on the 42nd floor of Shangri-La Dubai. Offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Burj Khalifa and Downtown skyline, this sleek, sky-high venue is the perfect setting for sunset drinks, after-dark cocktails, and effortlessly stylish nights out. Designed with a chic, contemporary aesthetic and a laid-back yet elevated vibe, Horizon 42 offers a fresh take on rooftop lounging in the city. The Sunset Brunch at Horizon 42 is an evening brunch unlike any other—a sensory experience high above the city where guests enjoy a premium multi-course menu featuring lobster, oysters, and beef Wellington, complemented by live entertainment and golden hour views that stretch into the night. The event takes place on the first Saturday of every month from 6:00 PM, priced from AED 388. Aperitivo with Altitude brings a daily golden hour ritual, offering two premium drinks paired with gourmet bites set against panoramic sunset views—an elevated twist on European aperitivo culture with a distinctly Dubai flair, available daily from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at AED 295 per person. Throughout October, the Taste of Shangri-La – A Culinary Celebration of Asia invites guests to embark on a gastronomic journey celebrating the flavours, traditions, and innovation of the East across Shangri-La Dubai’s signature dining venues, including Shang Palace and Hoi An. At Shang Palace, Chef Peter Lau presents a limited-edition four-course menu inspired by Cantonese, Lu, and Hainanese culinary traditions, blending heritage and creativity with dishes such as Coriander Squid & Salmon Roe with Purple Rice Rolls, Truffle Vegetable Cabbage Wraps, Braised Beef Rib with Satay Sauce, and Glutinous Rice Duo with Coconut Snowflake, available throughout October for AED 288 per person. At Hoi An, Chef Linh Van Tan Nguyen curates a soulful five-course Vietnamese menu inspired by traditional markets and kitchens, featuring highlights like traditional pho with tender Wagyu beef, lobster pomelo salad, lotus-baked seabass with kumquat compote, and lemongrass crème brûlée with a Vietnamese twist, offered throughout October for AED 258 per person. Meanwhile, ikandy ultralounge, nestled poolside with Burj Khalifa views, comes alive in October with curated live performances and exclusive offers. iKandy Fridays bring beats by DJ Azi, free pool access, and a two-hour free-flow of beverages every Friday from 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM for AED 245 per person, while iKandy Sundays feature live performances by 4AM, a band fusing pop, reggae, indie, and African sounds, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM for AED 245 per person. This October, Shangri-La Dubai sets the pace for the city's social calendar—from cocktails 42 floors above the skyline to immersive Asian dining and vibrant rooftop entertainment, each moment is crafted to inspire, indulge, and impress.