COVID-19: Dubai suspends live entertainment in hotels, restaurants

Dubai has suspended live entertainment permits for hotels and restaurants amid a surge in COVID-19 cases, according to an official circular issued by Dubai Tourism. 

“The Department observed, through field inspection, an increase in number violations during entertainment activities in hotels and restaurants. 

 “Accordingly, the Department directs all concerned in hotel establishments and restaurants to temporarily hold entertainment activities as of Thursday, January 21, 2021 until further notice,” the notice addressed to hotel and restaurant owners and managers read.