One of Dubai’s most recognisable beach clubs is about to disappear from the city’s nightlife scene for a while. Barasti, the long-running beachfront venue at Mina Seyahi, has announced it will temporarily close this June ahead of a major redevelopment project. The venue is expected to return in 2027 with an entirely new look and concept.
Barasti To Shut Down This Month Before Returning As A Reimagined Beach Club
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Since opening back in 1995, Barasti has built a reputation as one of the city’s most famous nightlife and beach destinations.
It hosted massive sporting screenings, beach parties, live music nights and international DJs long before Dubai’s beach club scene became as polished and luxury-focused as it is now. Also, Barasti somehow managed to attract every type of person imaginable.
The New Version Will Apparently Feel Very Different
According to organisers, the reworked Barasti will include multiple zones designed for different moods and crowds.
There’ll reportedly be more family-friendly spaces during daytime hours, while evenings will shift towards more adult-focused nightlife and entertainment experiences.
The redevelopment is also tied to how quickly Dubai Marina and Dubai Harbour continue changing around it.
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One Final Party Is Happening Before The Closure
Before shutting down, Barasti plans to host one final all-day send-off celebration on 21 June, starting from 10 AM.
And realistically, long-time Dubai residents will probably show up purely for nostalgia.
Ugur Lee Kanbur, multi-property general manager at Destination Mina Seyahi, described Barasti as “part of Dubai’s story”, adding that the goal is to preserve its legacy while building something more modern for the future.
That said, replacing a venue with nearly 30 years of history will not be easy. Because Barasti is just another beach club that people visit once for photos.
Now people will have to wait until 2027 to see what comes next.
Cover Image Courtesy: Barasti Beach Club/Website
First Published: June 08, 2026 5:01 PMFAQs
When is Barasti closing?
Barasti will temporarily close in June 2026.
Why is Barasti shutting down?
The venue is closing for a major redevelopment project.
When will Barasti reopen?
The reimagined venue is expected to reopen in 2027.