Maximize the remainder of the school holidays with sub-zero snow camps, free museum access, private yacht discounts, and luxury beachfront resets.
- Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) delivers citywide summer camps, up to 50% off top attractions, and 30% off hotel packages.
- Major landmarks including Museum of the Future, Terra, and Vision launch complimentary “Kids Go Free” entry deals.
- Premium beachfront resorts offer complimentary children’s stays, meal plan inclusions, and resort credits.
Organized by the Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), part of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) continues its August citywide push. As families count down the remaining days of the vacation break, the city has activated an expansive roster of educational STEAM camps, high-octane indoor action hubs, and family-focused staycations featuring up to 30% off room rates. Here is your ultimate, fully itemized roundup of every single camp, attraction offer, and staycation deal available across Dubai this month.
1. Action-Packed Summer Camps
Etihad Museum Summer Science and Innovation Programme
Turn the holiday break into an engaging exploration of science, technology, innovation, and creative problem-solving. Children participate in hands-on experiments, team activities, and interactive STEM challenges designed to show how things work.
- Location: Etihad Museum
- Dates: 3–7 August and 10–14 August
- Time: Monday to Thursday 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Friday 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Price: AED 500
- Website: etihadmuseum.dubaiculture.gov.ae
Jump Boxx Summer Camp
Combine high-energy indoor trampoline play with creative group activities and social interaction. Designed to keep children moving in a safe, air-conditioned environment, this weekly camp offers flexible morning or afternoon sessions.
- Location: Uptown Mirdif Mall
- Dates: Until 17 August
- Time: Monday to Thursday 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM or 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Website: jump-boxx.com
Ski Dubai Summer Camp
Trade the summer heat for sub-zero snow days inside Mall of the Emirates. Tailored for children aged 4 to 10, this full-day camp offers a packed itinerary of snow-based sports, group interactive challenges, and learning activities.
- Location: Ski Dubai, Mall of the Emirates
- Dates: Until 21 August
- Time: Daily, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Price: AED 399 per day | AED 1,500 per week
- Website: skidxb.com
Dubai Mall Summer Camp
Experience six iconic Dubai Mall attractions in one comprehensive four-day package. Campers explore KidZania, Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo, Dubai Ice Rink, At The Top (Burj Khalifa Levels 124 & 125), Reel Cinemas, and Play DXB.
- Location: Dubai Mall
- Dates: Until 27 August
- Time: Daily, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Price: AED 899 (with food) | AED 799 (without food)
- Website: entertainment.emaar.com
Expo City Dubai Summer Camp
Focusing on future discovery, robotics, architecture, sustainability, art, music, and STEM, this immersive program encourages kids to tackle big ideas through hands-on participation.
- Location: Terra, Expo City Dubai
- Dates: Until 28 August
- Time: Daily, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Price: AED 152 per session
- Website: expocitydubai.com
OliOli Summer Camps
Every week brings a fresh thematic adventure—including Jurassic Camp, Space Camp, Wonder Camp, and Mess Camp—packed with STEAM-based building challenges and access to interactive galleries.
- Location: OliOli®, Al Quoz
- Dates: Until 28 August
- Time & Price: Morning (9:30 AM – 1:30 PM): AED 1,190 | Afternoon (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM): AED 890 | Full-Day (9:30 AM – 5:00 PM): AED 1,750
- Website: olioli.ae
Thejamjar Summer Session
Unleash artistic potential with flexible painting, craft, and visual arts sessions. Parents can book individual sessions, half days, full days, or entire weekly packages.
- Location: Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz
- Dates: Until 28 August
- Website: thejamjardubai.com
The Green Planet Dubai Summer Camp
Young conservationists can explore rainforest ecosystems, wildlife conservation, terrarium building, bug bingo, and daily up-close animal encounters alongside expert zookeepers.
- Location: City Walk
- Dates: Until 21 August
- Price: AED 212.50 per day | AED 600 per week
- Website: thegreenplanetdubai.com
Dubai Ice Rink Summer Camp
Designed for beginners and intermediate skaters, this expert-led 5-day coaching program builds confidence and ice skating technique in a fun environment.
- Location: Dubai Mall
- Dates: Until 21 August (Monday to Friday)
- Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
- Price: AED 899 per week
- Website: entertainment.emaar.com
ESM Summer Camps 2026
One of Dubai’s most versatile multi-sport and enrichment camps operating across GEMS schools, SAFA Community School, and Dubai American Academy.
- Location: Multiple school venues citywide
- Dates: Until 28 August (venue dependent)
- Time: 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM
- Price: From AED 160 per day | AED 700 per week
- Website: esm.ae
Bel Remaitha Summer 31
Offering morning and evening sessions, this sports and recreation camp includes football, swimming, taekwondo, kickboxing, fitness training, water games, and Holy Quran memorization.
- Location: Bel Remaitha Club
- Dates: Until 31 August
- Time: Morning (Sun, Tue, Thu): 9:00 AM – 12:45 PM | Evening (Sat, Mon, Wed & Sun, Tue, Thu): 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM
- Website: visitdubai.com
2. Family Attractions & Deals
Cube Challenges
Test speed, coordination, and logic across a series of physical and mental challenge rooms.
- Offer: Buy-One-Get-One-Free on 90-minute gaming sessions.
- Validity: Until 31 August.
- Location: Dubai Festival City Mall.
- Website: dubai.cubechallenges.ae
KidZania Dubai
Let children explore real-world careers, earn KidZos currency, and navigate a scaled mini-city.
- Offer: 20% off admission tickets.
- Validity: Until 31 August.
- Location: Dubai Mall.
- Website: tickets.kidzania.ae
Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo
Discover thousands of aquatic animals and apex predators inside massive habitats.
- Offer: 40% off regular tickets | 20% off Gold and Platinum tickets.
- Validity: Until 31 August.
- Location: Dubai Mall.
- Website: thedubaiaquarium.com
Dubai Ice Rink
Glide across an Olympic-sized ice rink right in the heart of Downtown Dubai.
- Offer: 20% discount on general sessions.
- Validity: Until 31 August.
- Location: Dubai Mall.
- Website: dubaiicerink.com
Play DXB
Dive into virtual reality simulators, arcade games, and high-energy rides.
- Offer: Double Play summer credit bonus.
- Validity: Until 31 August.
- Location: Dubai Mall.
- Website: entertainment.emaar.com
The Yellow Boats
Enjoy high-speed coastal sightseeing tours past Dubai’s iconic waterfront landmarks.
- Offer: Buy-One-Get-One-Free on sightseeing boat tours.
- Validity: Until 31 August.
- Website: theyellowboats.com
Xclusive Yachts
Cruise the Dubai coastline on private or shared yacht charters.
- Offer: 50% off private and shared yacht charters using Promo Code RESIDENT50.
- Validity: Until 15 September.
- Location: Dubai Marina.
- Website: xclusiveyachts.com
Museum of the Future
Explore space travel, future technology, and interactive exhibits on Sheikh Zayed Road.
- Offer: Kids Go Free complimentary admission for children.
- Validity: Until 15 September.
- Location: Sheikh Zayed Road.
- Website: museumofthefuture.ae
Terra and Vision at Expo City Dubai
Embark on interactive journeys focused on climate sustainability, innovation, and global leadership.
- Offer: Kids Go Free complimentary admission.
- Validity: Until 30 September.
- Location: Expo City Dubai.
- Website: expocitydubai.com
AYA Universe
Wander through multi-sensory digital art chambers filled with glowing light and sound.
- Offer: Family Pass for 4 people priced at AED 449.
- Validity: Available throughout DSS.
- Location: Wafi City.
- Website: aya-universe.com
House of Hype
Experience interactive gaming rooms, digital universes, and vibrant visual spaces under one roof.
- Offer: Family Pass for 4 people priced at AED 449.
- Validity: Available throughout DSS.
- Location: Dubai Mall, Fountain Views, Level 1.
- Website: house-of-hype.com
3. Family Staycation Offers
The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai, JBR
- Offer: 25% off room rates + complimentary dining for children + 30% off spa treatments + 20% off food and beverages.
- Book & Stay By: 30 August.
- Highlights: Landscaped gardens, private beach access, and dedicated children’s activities.
- Website: marriott.com
The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina
- Offer: 20% off room rates + complimentary stays for children + unlimited access to Jungle Bay Waterpark and the kids’ club.
- Book & Stay By: 30 September.
- Highlights: Private beach, multiple resort pools, and waterpark access.
- Website: marriott.com
Sofitel Dubai Jumeirah Beach
- Offer: Children stay free with complimentary daily breakfast included.
- Book & Stay By: 30 September.
- Highlights: Central JBR location along The Walk, French-inspired rooms, and a resort-style swimming pool.
- Website: all.accor.com
JA Resorts & Hotels
- Offer: Stay 3 nights and pay for 2 + meals included + complimentary room upgrade + 20% off dining.
- Book & Stay By: 30 September.
- Highlights: Sprawling beachfront resort with mini-golf, horseback riding, and watersports.
- Website: jaresortshotels.com
Address Creek Harbour
- Offer: Children stay free + complimentary room upgrade + 30% off dining and spa experiences.
- Book & Stay By: 30 September.
- Highlights: Infinity pool, skyline views, and easy access to the Dubai Creek promenade.
- Website: addresshotels.com
DAMAC Maison Canal Views
- Offer: 30% off room rates + complimentary stays for children under 12.
- Book & Stay By: 30 September.
- Highlights: Canal-side hotel apartments close to Downtown Dubai attractions.
- Website: damachotelsandresorts.com
DAMAC Maison Cour Jardin
- Offer: 30% off room rates + complimentary stays for children under 12.
- Book & Stay By: 30 September.
- Highlights: Business Bay location offering spacious family suites.
- Website: damachotelsandresorts.com
Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah
- Offer: Stay 3 nights and pay for 2.
- Book & Stay By: 30 September.
- Highlights: Situated on Palm West Beach with private beach access and multiple dining venues.
- Website: marriottresortpalmjumeirah.com
Additional Participating Hotel Partners
Exclusive summer staycation savings, free breakfasts, room upgrades, kids’ perks, and dining/spa discounts are also available at:
- ME Dubai by Meliá
- Media One Hotel
- Raffles The Palm Dubai
- Shangri-La Dubai
- Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab
- SLS Dubai Hotel & Residences
- SO/ Uptown Dubai
For full booking details across participating hotels, visit visitdubai.com.
