Your Family-Friendly Long Weekend Dubai Guide 27-30 August

As the long weekend approaches, Dubai is filled with family-friendly experiences, exciting dining offers, wellness activities, staycations and back-to-school shopping deals. Whether you’re looking to enjoy a relaxed brunch by the waterfront, keep the little ones entertained, squeeze in an early morning fitness session or simply make the most of the final days before school begins, here’s your guide to spending the long weekend across the city.

Culinary Highlights

Gastronomy Island at Bluewaters

Bluewaters has transformed into Gastronomy Island until 30 September, bringing together more than 15 restaurants with exclusive dining experiences, waterfront Golden Hour offers, chef-led masterclasses and weekend brunches. It’s the perfect destination to spend an entire afternoon hopping between restaurants while soaking up the island atmosphere.

Alici – Bluewaters

Enjoy a leisurely weekend brunch every Saturday and Sunday from 1 PM to 4 PM, with packages starting from AED 315. Families receive 20% off brunch packages, while children aged 12 and under dine complimentary.

BrewDog – Bluewaters

Families dining together can enjoy a complimentary kids’ meal with every adult main course purchased until 30 August, making it an easy option for casual family lunches.

Bakerist – Bluewaters

Planning an afternoon coffee stop? Bakerist offers 50% off all bakery and drink items from the display counter after 5 PM daily, available for takeaway.

Mitts & Trays – Bluewaters

Simple yet satisfying café offers are available throughout the day, including:

• Croissant with coffee for AED 36
• Dessert with coffee for AED 49

Amorino – Souk Madinat Jumeirah

Cool down with artisan Italian gelato, freshly made waffles and crepes, available daily from 10 AM until 11 PM.

Ribambelle – Bluewaters

Enjoy 25% off weekday lunches from Monday to Thursday between 12 PM and 5 PM using the code WEEKDAY. It’s an ideal family-friendly restaurant where both adults and children can enjoy a relaxed afternoon.

Swingers Crazy Golf – Bluewaters

Children can enjoy a fun-filled Kids Brunch & Play every Saturday from 12 PM, featuring:

• Three-course kids’ brunch
• Unlimited juice
• Craft corner
• Face painting
• Unlimited crazy golf

Priced at AED 149 per child.

Family-Friendly Activities

Theatre of Digital Art (TODA) – Souk Madinat Jumeirah

Science-loving children can enjoy The Ultimate Space Adventure on 29 August, featuring live Tesla lightning demonstrations, cryo science experiments, games and an interactive giant pillow disco.

Tickets start from AED 80.

Ribambelle : Bluewaters

Little ones can enjoy complimentary access to Ribambelle’s indoor playground from Monday to Thursday without any minimum spend. From Friday to Sunday, playground access is available with a minimum spend of AED 150 per person, making it a great stop for families spending the day at Bluewaters.

Eitr W Fan Studio : Souk Al Seef

Celebrate Emirati craftsmanship on 29 August by creating your own personalised leather book cover inspired by traditional Emirati artistry. It’s a creative workshop suitable for both adults and older children looking to take home a meaningful keepsake.

Wellness Experiences & Staycations

Dubai Mallathon : Ibn Battuta Mall

Start your morning with Dubai Mallathon’s daily indoor walk and run sessions from 6 AM to 10 AM, following dedicated routes through Ibn Battuta Mall’s six themed courts.

The flagship event on 30 August includes:

• Timed lap races
• Finisher medals
• Prize presentations
• Complimentary Al Jaber eye tests
• AED 300 NOOR vouchers for the first 50 finishers

Rove JBR

Turn the long weekend into an extended beach escape with Rove JBR’s 36-hour staycation, allowing check-in at 9 AMand check-out at 9 PM the following day – giving guests almost two full days to enjoy Dubai Marina and JBR.

Sheraton JBR – The Walk

Available until 31 August, the Family Staycation package starts from AED 300 and includes:

• Complimentary lunch or dinner
• 25% dining discount
• Late checkout until 4 PM
• Kids stay free
• Pet-friendly stays

Banyan Tree Dubai : Bluewaters

Residents can enjoy a luxury beachfront stay featuring:

• Daily breakfast and dinner
• Kids stay and dine free
• Flexible check-in and checkout
• AED 300 spa credit
• Exclusive dining vouchers

Valid until 30 September.

Back-to-School Shopping & Lifestyle Deals

Al Jaber Optical

Available at Al Khawaneej Walk and Nad Al Sheba Mall, shoppers can purchase one pair of glasses and receive a second pair for just AED 1.

Adidas : The Outlet Village

Until 6 September, shoppers receive:

• 25% off when purchasing two selected items
• 35% off when purchasing three selected items

Tryano : The Outlet Village

Discover discounts of up to 70% across a wide range of fashion, beauty and lifestyle products.

Elisabetta Franchi : The Outlet Village

Refresh your wardrobe with selected styles available at 50-70% off.

Mumuso

Stock up on colourful school essentials including backpacks, lunch boxes, stationery and classroom accessories at stores across:

• Bluewaters
• JBR
• Souk Al Seef

Medcare Medical Centre : Nad Al Sheba Mall

Prepare for the new school term with AED 99 flu vaccinations, alongside 20% off cash healthcare services until 30 September.

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