Amazing things to do with kids in Dubai and UAE this week

KIDS SEE LA PERLE FOR FREE: For a limited-time only over summer, kids can visit Dubai’s hit show La Perle for free with every paying adult, on tickets starting at Dh209. Little ones aged 12 years old and younger can marvel at the stunning acrobatics, stunt and special effects, for a viewing experience that’s sure to stay with them forever. DETAILS: All kids must be accompanied by an adult with a paid ticket, under-twos are not recommended to attend the show, children must be present at ticket collection, with proof of age. Laperle.com.

LITTLE ROXY SUNDAYS: Parents and kids can get a special deal on cinema access, including a scrumptious breakfast, every Sunday at the Little Roxy sessions, which are now back at Roxy Cinema on The Beach. For Dh95 an adult and one child can get movie tickets, plus a breakfast that includes tea, coffee, juice, pastries and live cooking stations. With films such as Peter Rabbit 2, Lassie Come Home and Ainbo on at the moment, head down to The Beach’s boutique cinema for a fab flick and catch up with other mamas or papas over breakfast. DETAILS: Dh95 for one adult and one child, including movie tickets and breakfast, Dh40 for an extra child. Available at Roxy cinema The Beach, JBR, on Sundays. Theroxycinemas.com.

BUY ONE, GET ONE ON MILKSHAKES: From 7th - 30th June Denny’s Dubai is offering a Buy One Get one free weekday offer on ALL milkshakes on the Denny’s menu, from 3 pm to 7 pm every weekday afternoon. Made with premium ice cream and topped with whipped cream, kids can choose from Peanut Butter Banana, Chocolate Peanut Butter and Oreo as well classics such as Vanilla, Chocolate and Strawberry. DETAILS: The buy one, get one free offer is available 3-7pm from 7-30 June 2021, at Denny’s locations across the UAE (Al Ghurair Center, Deira City Center, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai Festival Plaza, Abu Dhabi Mall).

DROP AND DIG AT DIG-IT: From Sundays to Wednesdays, drop little ones off at fab, digger-themed indoor play area Dig-it and take advantage of their special offer of Dh125 for two hours (instead of 1.5 hours) of supervised playtime and activities while you shop or get some work done. Or buy the monthly pass for Dh299 for daily digger access throughout the whole of June – offer valid until 1 July, www.digitdubai.com.

KIDS’ COOKIES CLASS: Sweeties, Mondoux’s Culinary School for Kids based near Dubai Creek Harbour, is teaching kids aged 6-12 years old to knead, prepare and bake delicious cookies this Wednesday afternoon. Children will love learning to bake from the experts in a class with their peers, and they’re sure to love tasting the results even more, while you can sit and enjoy a drink or meal in the café as the learning goes on. DETAILS: Wednesday 9 June at 5pm, cookie baking class at Sweeties, Dh150 inclusive of 1.5 hours chef-supervised workshop, a Sweeties branded t-shirt, and a kids’ meal – one item off the kid’s menu, a glass of fruit juice or warm milk, and a choice of ice-cream or fruit. Parents receive 20 percent off their meal. Call +971 50 1420319.

TEE TIME AT THE BUNKER: Hunker down for the afternoon at Topgolf’s fun new The Bunker, which is perfect for kids to while away a hot summer’s day after school, whether they’re golf mad or not. There is a host of classic arcade games including Slam n’ Jam, Gunman and Air Hockey and many more arcade games for all to enjoy. Little golfers can also have a game of mini golf, all of which can be rounded off with The Bunker Café’s freak shakes, crepes and waffles. Topgolfdubai.ae.

INDULGE IN FREE PASTA AND TIRAMISU AT DUBAI’S OLDEST ITALIAN: Dubai’s oldest Italian restaurant, Casa Mia, is offering diners complimentary dishes from Wednesday 26th May for a limited period of one month, to celebrate the heritage venue’s recent revamp and cosy new, authentic trattoria look. The complimentary dishes on offer are traditional spaghetti with olive oil, garlic and chilli and Casa Mia’s famous Tiramisu. DETAILS: Make a reservation at Casa Mia and get a complimentary selected main course and dessert per table, available during lunch and dinner service. Bring in more than 3 people and you can get two main courses and dessert for free. Valid until 26 June 2021, Casa Mia, Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre, call +971 4 702 2455 or email restaurants.lmd@lemeridien.com.

CHILL OUT AT THE LADIES DAY AT SPLASH N PARTY: Head to Splash N Party in Al Safa 2 on Wednesday from 9am-8pm for a relaxing splash around in the water park’s slides and pools for ladies only. DETAILS: Dh100 per child, one adult free, www.splashnparty.ae.

GET 50% OFF A SUITE FAMILY STAYCATION: Park Regis Kris Kin hotel is offering 50% off when booking a large suite, valid until September 31, 2021. With rates starting from Dh220++, the Suite Family Stays promotion allows a family of up to four to have accommodation in a spacious suite with a complimentary buffet breakfast, plus 50% off on the special “Dubai Summer Surprise” food menu, and half price entrance on up to four Dubai Park tickets. Call 04 377 1163, www.parkregiskriskin.ae/hotel-offers-and-packages/offer-details/?offer=LSUIBB.

MUMMY & ME PLAYDATE AT X PARK JR: Get an amazing 50% off entry to wonderful play park X Park Jr at selected times throughout the week, allowing you and your child entry to its beautiful facilities for just Dh40 for two hours. Kids can climb the vast wooden jungle gym, clamber up and down boulders, paddle in rock pools, enjoy the mini splash pad, play in mud kitchens, do gardening and pet the friendly animals in its small urban farm, while mums can make the most of the coffee deal that gives you one cup of tea or coffee plus a pastry for Dh25. DETAILS: Mummy & Me playdate, Dh40 for entry (usually Dh80) for two hours of play at these times: Sunday and Monday 8-10am; Tuesday 1-3pm; Wednesday 10.30am-12.30pm, Xparkjr.com.

WOO-HOO! SENSORY STORYTIME MESSY MASTERPIECES: Children aged 4 and under can join Woo-hoo’s interactive storytime session, followed by a finger painting workshop, creating an amazing, customised canvas using non-toxic materials for you to treasure forever. DETAILS: Tuesday 8 June, 10-11am, Dh70 per child, Best for ages 4 and under. Woo-hoo.ae.

KIDS GO FREE ALL SUMMER ON YAS ISLAND: Kids are set to have a summer to remember at Yas Island Abu Dhabi this year, with access to the UAE’s best playground absolutely free when booking Parks Hopper & Kids Go free Packages. Until 30 September 2021, children below the age of 12, when accompanied by a paying adult, can enjoy the island’s three world-class theme parks - Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld, and Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi – for free alongside staying and eating for free at some of the island’s top hotels. Plus, all packages booked through www.yasisland.ae will also receive complimentary tickets to Abu Dhabi’s renowned art and civilization museum: the Louvre Abu Dhabi.