Best Family Activities, Dining Deals & Shopping Offers Before School Starts in Dubai

Best Family Activities, Dining Deals & Shopping Offers Before School Starts in Dubai

With the new school year just around the corner, there’s still time to make the most of the summer holidays. Dubai Retail, part of Dubai Holding Asset Management, has unveiled a line-up of family-friendly experiences across its malls and lifestyle destinations, featuring everything from brunches and children’s shows to shopping offers and wellness deals.

Whether you’re planning one last family outing or ticking off your back-to-school shopping list, here’s what to explore before the holidays end.

Family-Friendly Dining Deals

Alici Italian Restaurant, Bluewaters, Dubai

Treat the family to a weekend brunch overlooking the waterfront.

  • Saturday & Sunday, 1 PM-4 PM
  • AED 315-475
  • 20% off brunch packages
  • Children aged 12 and under dine free

Enjoy an evening bakery treat with:

  • 50% off bakery items and drinks on display
  • Daily after 5 PM
  • Takeaway only
BrewDog Bluewaters Dubai

Until 30 August, children receive a complimentary kids’ meal with every adult main course purchased.

Mitts and Trays Bluewaters Dubai

Choose from:

  • Croissant & Coffee-AED 36
  • Coffee & Dessert-AED 49

Perfect for a relaxed afternoon break.

Ribambelle Bluewaters Dubai

Weekday family lunches become even better with:

  • 25% off the food menu
  • Monday-Thursday
  • 12 PM-5 PM
  • Use code: WEEKDAY
Amorino Dubai Souk Madinat Jumeirah

Cool down with artisan gelato, waffles and crepes, making it an ideal after-school or weekend treat.

PAUL Cafe DUbai Nad Al Sheba Mall

Staff from Repton School and GEMS Modern Academy receive an ongoing 10% discount upon presenting a valid staff ID.

Family Entertainment & Kids’ Activities

Swingers Crazy Golf Bluewaters Dubai

Every Saturday, little ones can enjoy a fun-filled brunch featuring:

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

AED 149 per child

Ribambelle Bluewaters Dubai

Toddler Tuesdays

A developmental play programme featuring themed activities, entertainers and playground access.

  • Tuesdays
  • 10 AM-1 PM
  • AED 150 (parent & child)

Monthly Family Parties

Expect themed celebrations with:

  • Children’s characters
  • Games
  • Live entertainment
  • Interactive activities

Early bird tickets are available.

Kids & Classics: Three Little Pigs

22 August | 11 AM

A unique storytelling concert introducing children to Mozart through live music and immersive digital projections.

Science Kids Party: The Ultimate Space Adventure

29 August | 11 AM & 2 PM

Featuring:

  • Tesla lightning demonstrations
  • Cryo science effects
  • Space-themed adventures
  • Interactive games
  • Giant pillow disco

Back-to-School Shopping Offers

Shopping offers Dubai
Shopping offers Dubai

Available at:

  • Bluewaters
  • JBR
  • Souk Al Seef

Browse colourful school bags, stationery, lunch boxes and classroom essentials.

Available at:

  • Nad Al Sheba Mall
  • Al Khawaneej Walk

Special offer:

Buy one pair of glasses and receive a second pair for AED 1.

Coach Outlet Dubai The Outlet Village

12-23 August

Spend and save:

  • Spend AED 1,500 → Save AED 300
  • Spend AED 2,000 → Save AED 500
  • Spend AED 3,000+ → Save AED 800

Until 6 September:

  • Buy 2 selected items → 25% off
  • Buy 3 selected items → 35% off

Enjoy up to 70% off selected collections.

Selected styles are available with 50-70% discounts.

Health & Wellness

Until 30 September, visitors can benefit from:

  • Flu vaccination for AED 99
  • 20% off cash medical services

(Offer excludes insurance-covered treatments.)

From waterfront brunches and children’s theatre shows to interactive play experiences and back-to-school shopping, Dubai Retail’s destinations offer plenty of ways for families to enjoy the last days of the summer break together.

For more information and updates, visit www.dubairetail.ae or follow @dubairetail on Instagram

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