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12 awesome things to do with the family this weekend

Watch a free movie or slurp on a free milkshake over the weekend

Published: September 09, 2021 11:26 Karishma H. Nandkeolyar, Parenting Editor

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ARMANI HOTEL DUBAI — ARMANI HOTEL DUBAI: When you stay at the five-star hotel, you get free access to the Level 148 of Burj Khalifa, a chance to swim with sharks at Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo, and a session at the world’s biggest indoor virtual reality park at The Dubai Mall. DETAILS: The offer, which starts at Dh2,199, runs until September 15. To book, call +971 4 888 3999 or reservations.dubai@armanihotels.com Image Credit: Supplied

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Rove — ROVE HOTELS: Go gaming with your family at Rove Downtown + Rove At The Park, which have hotel rooms built for gaming. Rove’s Gamer Caves are fully decked out with top-of-the-line set-up and a range of gaming titles including Overwatch, DOTA 2, Diablo 3, GTA 5, Doom, Microsoft Flight Simulator, Red Dead Redemption 2, Divinity: Original Sin 2 – Definitive Edition, Final Fantasy XIV Online, and Faster Than Light. Image Credit: Supplied

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toda — THEATRE OF DIGITAL ART: Check out this art space’s workshop for the kids, to introduce them to the interesting stories behind Dubai’s landmarks. Young architects will also get a chance to experiment with model making from various materials, build their own "Projects", and practice their presentation skills as they showcase their ideas to Lilia Grebneva, a professional Interior Architect with more than 16 years of experience. When: Running on Saturdays at 9.30am. To book a session for October classes email info@toda.ae or call +971 4 277 4044. Each class is 120-minutes long. The four-session set is Dh800. Image Credit: Supplied

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Sauce — SAUCE: Classic American nosh – think wagyu beef burgers, loaded hotdogs, blue cheese sliders, taco salad - here comes with a free milkshake on Saturday and Sunday for the first 50 guests as a nod to International Chocolate Milkshake Day. DETAILS: SAUCE is located in Al Habtoor City, Noora Tower, and is open from 8.30am-1am. Image Credit: Supplied

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pasta — ISOLA RISTORANTE: What could be better than eating delicious comfort food such as penne Bolognese, penne pesto, breaded chicken tenders or fish fingers? Eating it for free of course! This September, tots younger than seven can eat free off the kids’ menu. DETAILS: Jumeirah Islands Clubhouse's eatery offer is valid from Sunday to Thursday from 12pm until 11pm. Image Credit: Supplied

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Disney On Ice — 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. Image Credit: Feld Entertainment

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FREE GUY 2-1631103038882 — SNOW CINEMA: Check out ‘Jungle Cruise’ and ‘Free Guy’ with your little one as you sip on hot chocolate and bundle up because it’s cold when you visit the Mall of Emirates snow cinema. DETAILS: A Dh100 ticket includes admission, rental equipment, popcorn and hot chocolate. To make a booking visit voxcinemas.com or skidxb.com. Image Credit: Photo by Alan Markfield

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NAT Warner Bros.World Abu Dhabi-1574605853543 — 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. Image Credit:

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CLYMB — THE JUNIOR FLYING CLUB AT CLYMB: Kids can now learn how to skydive like pros – content in the knowledge that their adventure comes with a safety net; not only are the lessons indoors but also there are certified instructors guiding them at every jump. Kids will start their courses with a short training session where their instructors will demonstrate techniques, positions and hand signals, from the basics to the more advanced moves, used to communicate while skydiving. DETAILS: The Junior Flying Club pass can be used by kids aged 14 and below, and is valid for three months. It offers 20 flights – five each session – an instructor, flight gear rental as well as a personalised development plan. Dh1,999. Image Credit: Supplied

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TAB_190506_WWW_Reel_Cinemas_-_Student_Mondays-1557063162829 — 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. Image Credit: Supplied

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Emirates Park Zoo — 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. Image Credit: Supplied

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Oli — 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. Image Credit: Supplied

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