Great — here are top places/areas to party in Dubai, grouped by vibe so you can pick what you like. I’ve included short tips (dress, vibe, best time) and recent sources.

Clubs (late-night, dance floors)

• Playa Pacha (JBR) — high‑energy club/party beach‑club hybrid that’s popular for DJs and pool parties. Great for late nights and a trendy crowd. (timeoutdubai.com)
• (Other big-club areas to check: Dubai Marina / JBR and Downtown often host weekly club nights and international DJ residencies.) (timeoutdubai.com)

Beach clubs & pool parties (day → sunset → after‑party)

• Playa Pacha (JBR) — day-to-night pool parties and DJs; very party-forward. (timeoutdubai.com)
• Zero Gravity (Dubai Marina) — long-running beach club with pool, regular themed parties, brunches and DJs; great for daytime partying through sunset. (timeoutdubai.com)
• Summersalt (Jumeirah Al Naseem) — more upscale beach vibe with sunset DJs; good for chilled late‑afternoon-to-evening parties. (timeoutdubai.com)
• SAL Beach Club (Burj Al Arab / Terrace) — ultra‑luxury day club experience (higher cover/prices). Best for special occasions. (timesofdubai.ae)
• Kaimana Beach / Gitano Beach Club / DRIFT Beach — newer/popular J1 Beach spots with branded takeovers, themed brunches and evening parties (Polynesian / Latin / fashion collabs). Book ahead for weekends. (harpersbazaararabia.com)

Rooftops & lounge bars (cocktails + skyline views)

• Downtown / Business Bay rooftop bars — ideal for cocktails before heading to a club; many hotels host rooftop DJ nights. (Check specific hotel listings for resident DJs and event nights.) (cntraveler.com)

Party districts & what to expect

• JBR & Dubai Marina — constant action: beach clubs, bars, yacht parties and nightclubs; lively on weekends. (timeoutdubai.com)
• Palm Jumeirah — hotel beach clubs and exclusive venues (more upscale/VIP). (timeoutdubai.com)
• Downtown Dubai — nightlife with restaurants, rooftop bars and big event venues, often tied to hotel openings and parties. (cntraveler.com)

Practical tips

• Weekends/peak nights: Fri–Sat nights and Friday brunches are the busiest — reserve tables early. (timeoutdubai.com)
• Dress code: Smart casual to upscale; some clubs enforce strict dress rules. (timeoutdubai.com)
• Entry/age: Most nightlife is 21+ or 18+ depending on venue; some beach clubs have fully redeemable entry fees—check policies and opening hours before going. (timeoutdubai.com)
• Transport: Use taxis or ride‑share (parking can be limited at busy spots). For Palm/Jumeirah venues, allow extra travel time.

If you want, I can:

• Make a short weekend itinerary (day→sunset→late night) for a specific area (JBR, Marina, Downtown or Palm), or
• Look up opening hours, cover charges or a current events calendar for any particular venue you have in mind.