11 Fun things to do with the family this week

ALL YOU CAN EAT AT DHABA LANE: Introduce your child to desi delights with this all-you-cam-eat buffet that runs from Sunday to Wednesday, 7pm-11pm. Vegetarian starters include dahi ke kebab (yoghurt kebab), tandoori brocolli and two way paneer tikka while non-vegetarian options include surkh bihari boti, pudina seekh and kali methi fish tikka. DETAILS: Unlimited vegetarian for Dh45; unlimited non-vegetarian option for Dh55. Comes with a free masala coke.

WATCH FREE MOVIES AT REEL CINEMA: This is your ticket to fun time with this kids. When you go for a movie with children under 10 – to some Reel Cinema locations – they get free admission with each adult Standard Plus ticket. Movies on at the moment include ‘Paw Patrol’ and ‘Jungle Cruise’. DETAILS: The offer is on until September 15 at select outlets including The Dubai Mall, Al Ghurair Centre, Dubai Marina Mall and Springs Souk. Remember to carry a valid ID when headed to the halls. For more details, visit reelcinemas.ae.

DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS FIND YOUR HERO: Head on over to Etihad Arena on Yas Island to witness adventure on ice! Your favourite characters, from Moana to Elsa, will play out their stories in a two-hour bonanza. DETAILS: The show is on from September 2 to 11 and tickets start at Dh84. Children aged 2 and under do not require a ticket provided they sit on a parent or guardian’s lap.

FLASH SALE AT YAS THEME PARKS: Ready, set, time to ride a roller coaster – well, almost. A flash sale is afoot, from September 1-5, and it means a 40 per cent discount at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi and Clymb Abu Dhabi. DETAILS: Ferrari World Abu Dhabi and Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi tickets cost Dh195; Yas Waterworld tickets: Dh170; and tickets to Clymb – which include indoor skydiving and climbing activities – are Dh220. Flash sale tickets are valid for use from the date of purchase until October 14, during public holidays and special events at all parks.

PICTURE TIME AT THE MUSEUM OF ILLUSIONS: This is a mind-mending exercise – head over to the museum for a magical time thanks to cleverly built spaces that challenge expectations. There are rooms built for illusions, others with holograms and a game room built for edutainment. DETAILS: Timings: 10am-10pm (Sun-Thursday); 10am-11pm (Friday and Saturday). Costs: The back-to-school offer allows an adult and two kids admission for Dh150; the family and friends offer allows for 5 people (adults or kids) for Dh320.

BIG CAT BRUNCH AT EMIRATES PARK ZOO: This is your time to eat with the big cats. For the first time in the Middle East, you can dine side by side with a leopard while learning all about the wild thanks to a tour guide/educator and a question-and-answer session with the leopard keeper. DETAILS: Dh273 for adults; kids younger than three get in for free. Each slot allows two-five people, who also get entry into the zoo. Look forward to photo souvenirs after a one-and-a-half-hour experience.

PLAY AT OLI OLI: This fun-filled kids’ museum, which turns four next month, offers hands-on activities to learn through play. DETAILS: Through September tickets are priced at Dh95 for children; Dh45 for toddlers.

BACK TO SCHOOL WITH MISTER BAKER: Here’s a sweet way to reintroduce your child to his/her classmates. From funky shapes and a customizable cupcake board to colourful cake pops, check out the range on offer. DETAILS: Cupcake prices start at Dh6 and are available across the stores. Order online at misterbaker.com/back-to-school-2021 or via whatsapp +971543215765 / +971564005241

LEARN HOW TO DRAW MANGA AT DUBAI INTERNATIONAL ARTS CENTRE: Is your child really into manga (Japanese cartoons) or animation? Then check out this class for eight to 14 year olds. DETAILS: The two-hour, 10-week course, which runs every Tuesday, costs Dh1,250 for members (25% extra for non members).

ADVENTURE AT AVENTURA PARKS: Spend the day in this action-packed arena where you’ve got four categories of experiences. There are tree-top circuits, bridges, 24 lip lines, a Ghaf tree forest and even a petting zoo. DETAILS: The park is open from 5pm until midnight and entry is Dh99.

READY SET GO!: Check out Dubai’s latest soft play destination, which is jungle themed. There’s a massive play area complete with spiral slides, rope bridges, tube crawls and a foam canon area; five European-style role playrooms, a trampoline park and a zipline! DETAILS: General admission for all day per child is Dh180; packages are available.