7 Cool new family things to try this weekend in Dubai

CATCH A FAMILY FILM AL FRESCO AT GALLERIA MALL: Located on the rooftop of Galleria Mall in Dubai, pick an oversized bean bag, single seat, or upgrade to a cabana and watch a family-friendly film under the stars. The outdoor movie theatre is hosting kids’ screenings every weekend (Friday and Saturday at 6pm) so little film fans can enjoy the latest animation, action and adventure films – this weekend it’s The Witches. Kids package for Dh90, includes one seat and F&B package, which includes salt or caramel popcorn, fresh juice and a box of Monkey cookies; adult standard package from Dh137 including an F&B package. Voxcinemas.com.

CELEBRATE NATIONAL DAY AT OLIOLI: Dubai’s first Experiential Play Museum is celebrating National Day this weekend with a special Astronaut Training camp, which complements the current 'Museum of the Moon exhibit (where you can see a giant 3D model of the moon made with real Nasa photos) and offers six all-new hands-on activities for wannabe space boys and girls. When you book in advance online, the Astronaut training camp is included for free, in addition to all of the other usual STEAM-related (science, technology, engineering, arts and maths) educational fun on offer across OliOli's eight galleries. Dh126 for one child and one adult entry ticket, Astronaut training camp is free when booked online in advance, otherwise Dh25 on the door. Olioli.ae.

GO ON A NEW NATURE TRAIL AT AVENTURA: Aventura’s Nature Trail is a guided tour, where guests can explore the flora and fauna of the UAE. The hour-long educational walk touches up to 15 elements of the trail, and is open to visitors of all ages – an immersive experience that captures the nature around. Guests can discover everything about the Ghaf trees and various species that live in the park. Little ones will be pleasantly surprised to see pet bunnies and perhaps catch a glimpse of the desert hedgehogs that wander the park, as well as learn about foxes and different birds. DETAILS: 9am-6pm on weekends; 2pm-6pm on weekdays, Dh45. www.aventuraparks.com or +971 52 178 7616.

HAVE THE ULTIMATE SLUMBER PARTY AT STUDIO ONE: Very little is more exciting to kids than the prospect of a sleepover, and now they can experience the ultimate slumber party with Studio One’s new promotion. Kick off the evening with a private screening of their favourite film in the cinema, then battle it out in a PlayStation challenge in the Studio Arcade, followed up by a round of silly karaoke. The deal includes soft drinks, popcorn and snacks. This offer is valid until November 30, Dh150 per person in a standard or bunk room, includes private cinema screening, access to Studio Arcade game room, and its PlayStations and Karaoke, plus 20% discount on F&B, cu@studioonehotel.com or 800STUDIO.

SPEED DOWN WATERSLIDES AND LOOP THE LOOP AT TWO TOP PARKS: Two of Dubai’s most kid-friendly attractions – Laguna Waterpark in La Mer and Motiongate at Dubai Parks and Resorts – have teamed up to offer an amazing limited-time combo offer. For Dh195 you’ll get one month of unlimited access to both parks for a limited time (until the 9th January 2021), including on weekends and public holidays. Available to purchase between 12 November and 12 December, you can splash down slides and float on lazy rivers, zoom on rollercoasters and play with the kids’ favourite movie characters to your heart’s content – this is one two-for-one offer not to be missed. The one-time only pass is available to purchase at www.lagunawaterpark.com as well as www.motiongatedubai.com from the 12th November – 12th December and is valid for general admission to both parks only.

BOOK A FAB FAMILY BEACH ESCAPE: The newly launched Family Beach Escape Staycation package at The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai in JBR sees children get access to the innovative Ritz Kids club and its program of amazing adventures, exciting discoveries, and fun-packed experiences, while mums and dads can sip their favourite drink poolside or pamper themselves with a signature spa treatment, using exclusive access to buy one and get one benefits on beverages and treatments. The Family Beach Staycation includes breakfast, buy one, get one on beverages across the resort (all day happy hour) as well as 60 minute spa treatments, 20% savings on dining experiences across nine restaurants and bars, Ritz Kids club access and children below 12 dine and stay free! Valid until 28 December, 2020. From Dh1,175 per room, per night. Call +971 4 399 4000, email reservations.dubai@ritzcarlton.com or visit Marriott.com and use the promotional code SPU and select The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai.

GET UNLIMITED BREAKFAST AND SOFTPLAY FOR DH65: Park Inn by the Radisson Motor City has a brilliant new kid-friendly breakfast offer. For Dh65 adults get unlimited coffee, tea, fruit, pancakes, waffles, pastries, plus a main dish (think Eggs Benedict, Acai Bowl or Breakfast Brunch platter), as well as free access to the pool and gym. But where it gets really good is that for Dh45 kids aged up to 12 years get their own kids’ menu, which also includes free access to soft play area Fun Block just next door – so you can enjoy a leisurely breakfast while the littles run wild. Friday and Saturday, 11am-3pm, Park Inn by Radisson, Dubai Motor City, Dh65 for breakfast and all-day pool access, Dh45 for kids’ breakfast, pool access and all-day access to Fun Block, email frontoffice.motorcity@parkinn.com / +971 (4) 249 4100.