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The holiday weekend will have pleasant temperatures that everyone can enjoy — and the best way to do that is getting outdoors. Here are some top spots to get grilling with a barbecue. The Dubai Municipality has announced operating hours for public and neighborhood parks. They will be open from 8am till 12am during long weekend.
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Jumeirah Beach Park: A perfect spot for your next grilling station is on Jumeirah Beach Road, near the Dubai Ladies Club. Jumeirah Beach Park is a popular place because it’s so family and community friendly. However, the rules must be followed. Setting up the BBQ on the sand is not allowed and proper, designated spots must be used.
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Love Lake: Get your picnic basket out for a spin and visit this lovely location. Camp out and enjoy watch the birds amid nature. There is also a cycling track nearby.
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Zabeel Park: BBQ with a view at Zabeel Park, which has the Dubai Frame right in the centre. It’s centrally located, opposite Karama and huge, with lots of amenities and play areas for kids within, in case they get bored of the grilling.
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Creek Park: The Dubai Creek seperates Bur Dubai from Deira and provides a beautiful view of the area. Creek Park is one of the city's oldest parks, with a cable car that offers spectacular views, features designated BBQ sites, bicycle areas, Dolphanarium and children's play areas, making it ideal for a family excursion.
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Safa Park: First opened in 1975, Safa Park has it all – three lakes, 17,000 bushes and over 300 species of birds. Safa Park is impossible to miss when you're out on a picnic and looking for the best picnic spots in Dubai. This lush haven, located in the center of the city, provides an excellent respite. While some can take use of the numerous sporting facilities available, such as a basketball court, jogging track, football, tennis, and so on, others can easily find a quiet location and wonder at the lush vegetation and tranquility of the area.
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Mushrif Park: Head on to Mushrif Park to Dubai for a day of adventure. Located off the Khawaneej Road, past Mirdiff, between the Emirates and Dubai bypass roads, the park has an unusual charm. The BBQ area at Mushrif Park is one of the most popular attractions among residents and visitors, and it is quite large and expansive, spread over 125 hectares. Featuring an Adventure Park in Mirdiff, swimming pool, playgrounds this park been a favoirite since its opening in for both kids and adults.
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Al Mamzar Beach Park: This is the right place if you want to enjoy a nice BBQ and a dip in the sea, also to enjoy some water sports. With a dedicated play area for kids and other facilities like running tracks and swimming pools. The park chalets will be open from 9am to 9pm.
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Hatta Hills Park: This park, which is part of the mountain town of Hatta, is a great place to enjoy a barbecue . A long walk and rocks surround you as you take in the breathtaking view of a town from above.
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