After-school special: 10 Special things to do with the family from September 19-23 in UAE

KIDS EAT FREE: At the The Galleria Mall on Al Maryah Island, from Sunday-Thursday, a number of outlets are offering kids free meals when adult meals are purchased. The outlets taking part in the promotion are Asha's, Biryani Pot, Bombay Canteen, Charley's Philly Steaks, Eat Greek, Joga, La Brioche, Lemongrass, Loca, Maison Samira Maatouk, Nolu's, Signature by Sanjeev Kapoor, Sushi Art, Taqado, Tortilla. DETAILS: Offer valid from Sunday to Thursday. Terms and conditions apply and minimum spend per outlet varies.

COOL PARTIES: Looking for ways to make your child’s birthday extra special? Head over to Ski Dubai, which has some unforgettable birthday ideas. For Dh150 per child – minimum 10 kids needed – the kids get to see a movie at the snow cinema, snow clothes and boots, party bags (with chocolates, candies and a Ski Dubai souvenir); a kids’ meal. And they get e-invites to the gig too. And you get a picture of the birthday boy/girl in a special frame and a gift. For an additional Dh50, they get unlimited Snow Park access. DETAILS: For adults, it’s Dh100 to get in; but for every 10 kids, one adult gets in free. Children under 2 are not allowed for safety reasons. There are add-ons such as face-painting and a mini-penguin encounter for additional prices.

GET CREATIVE AT THIS AFTERSCHOOL CLUB: Tashkeel’s Afterschool Arts Club for eight to 11-year-old children offers tutorials in a variety of arts and design skills. Every Tuesday, until December 7, workshops will have a different theme and outcome, ranging from ink collages to sound illustrations. DETAILS: Workshops are held from 4-6pm every Tuesday at at Tashkeel Nad Al Sheba 1. To book, email tashkeel@tashkeel.org or call +971 4 336 3313. Cost per session: Dh90 (excluding VAT).

AN ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT OFFER: Introduce your child to the flavours of Indian cuisine – or, if they like it already, take them here for a treat. All through September, Dhaba Lane Al Garhoud is offering all-you-can-eat options on barbecued slow cooked grills. Delicacies include dahi ke kebab,tandoori smoked broccoli, fish tikka, chicken tikka and more. DETAILS: All-you-can-eat vegetarian menu is priced at Dh45 and non-vegetarian menu is Dh55. Available from Sunday to Wednesday, 7pm-11pm.

SEE THE PLAY ‘SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE’: Home-grown youth theatre troupe The Greenroom is putting on an adaptation of the Academy Award-winning 1999 film. Set in the Elizabethan era, the romantic comedy tells the story of a young William Shakespeare who meets his muse, Viola, while working on a new play. DETAILS: Tickets to see the play at The Junction on September 23 care Dh80.

SING ALONG TO ABBA: The musical ‘Mamma Mia’ is making a return this week – and it promises to be a spectacular show. Join Sophie as she tries to figure out who her real dad is in the comic – and heart-rending story about love. DETAILS: Tickets to see 'Mamma Mia' at the Dubai Opera from September 13-25 start at Dh295.

WARNER BROS. WORLD ABU DHABI.: Have yourself a merry little weekend at the world’s largest indoor theme park with 29 state-of-the-art exhilarating rides, interactive family-friendly attractions and live entertainment.DETAILS: Gain one free child entry with every full-price adult ticket. Offer valid until September 30.

WATCH AN ACROBATIC SPECTACULAR: There are gushing waterfalls and death-defying stunts on display when you head over to the Al Habtoor City arena. It’s like falling into a dream. DETAILS: As La Perle by Dragone turns four, it offers 40 per cent off tickets. And when you buy an adult ticket, you get free entry for a kid.

HEAD TO THE PLAY AREA: Ready Set Go!, Dubai's newest, jungle-themed venue, is home to a 13-trampoline jumping park, a mini-town that is perfect for the little ones, and a dedicated toddler's area. The Soft Play Jungle area features a variety of thrilling spiral slides, rope bridges, tube crawls, balance beams, snakes and spider towers, and even a foam cannon arena. Fun, themed Party Rooms include an Ice Princess Room and Disco Room. DETAILS: Dh95 for the first hour, Dh55 for the second hour.Where: Block D, Al Ghurair Warehouse complex, Al Quoz 3, Dubai

CHOOSE A SLIDE AT A WATERPARK: Splash away and rejuvenate at the La Mer Laguna Waterpark, home to a lazy river, surf pool, slides and beach cabanas after school hours. DETAILS: The back to school offer runs until the end of September from 10am-6pm. The full-day pass is priced at Dh99 per person; kids under two get in for free. Note: The tickets must be bought online.