Your Ultimate Summer Guide to Sweet Treats, Family Fun and Spa Days in Dubai
Think summer in Dubai is all about staying indoors? Think again. From birthday celebrations and live entertainment to foodie experiences and pampering sessions, there’s plenty happening across the city to make the most of the season.
Whether you’re planning a family outing, catching up with friends or looking for something different to do over the weekend, here are four experiences worth adding to your summer list.
Celebrate 25 Years of Cinnabon at Ibn Battuta Mall
If you’re a fan of cinnamon rolls, now’s the perfect time to visit Cinnabon at Ibn Battuta Mall.
To celebrate its 25th anniversary, Cinnabon is running its “Celebrate 25 of WOW & Win” campaign until 31 August. Spend AED 75 or more on dine-in orders to receive a Scratch & Win card, with prizes including an iPhone 17, iPad, and gift vouchers from Kalyan Jewellers and Wagjish. Best of all, every participant walks away with a prize.
Catch the Moon Walk Show
Looking for family entertainment?
Moon Walk arrives at Ibn Battuta Mall on 15 and 16 August, bringing 12 performers together for four live shows each day. Each performance runs for approximately 20 minutes, making it an easy addition to a day of shopping or dining.
Explore Pan-Asian Flavours at Silk Lantern
Food lovers can also enjoy Summer Restaurant Week 2026 with a visit to Silk Lantern at Jebel Ali Recreation Club.
Running until 2 August, the restaurant’s specially curated menus showcase flavours inspired by Tibet, South India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Thailand and China. Created by Chef Satheesh Sadanandan, the experience is available from AED 80 for lunch and AED 120 for dinner, making it a great opportunity to explore multiple cuisines in one meal.
Celebrate with a Spa Party at Circle Mall
Birthday celebrations get a glamorous twist this summer at StarKids Salon & Spa in Circle Mall, JVC.
The SPAtacular SParty Package is designed for six girls and includes nail art, princess or mermaid braids, face gems, fluffy spa robes, party games and a tiara and sash for the birthday girl. The two-hour experience is priced at AED 1,500, with additional guests welcome for AED 250 each.
Not celebrating? Guests can also enjoy 20% off selected services until 30 August (excluding haircut packages, spa packages and spa birthday party packages).
Whether you’re indulging in sweet treats, discovering new restaurants, enjoying live entertainment or planning a memorable celebration, Dubai has plenty of ways to make summer feel anything but ordinary.
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