Too often, we talk about making big weekend plans, and too often we do very little.

And right now, Sharjah is a very tempting prospect indeed because the first EVER Sharjah Summer Festival is here!

With big sales, discounts and prizes, an incredible variety of summer camps, the famous rain room and more, here’s what you need to know…

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Discounts as far as the eye can see

Several malls across Sharjah have sales for the entire summer (think 50% discounts in participating stores).

Nab your chance to win a Range Rover Velars at Sahara Centre, TWO Jaguars at Mega Mall, a trip to one of the world’s fashion capitals, vouchers and loads more.

Check out the big promotions here

Summer camps all summer for all ages

Parents, if you’re looking for activities to keep your kids occupied, look no further.

There are multiple summer camps taking place at Sharjah Ladies Club for kids aged between two and 16.

And with a mix of physical, mental and creative activities, including pottery, swimming, henna design, origami, painting, sports, beauty and even ice-skating, these camps are for ALL kids!

Get a 15% discount on ‘Mushmis Summer Camps’; which are running until August 31.

Alternatively, check out the Sajaya Young Ladies of Sharjah’s ‘The Challenge’ summer camp with various workshops, trips and adventures, from July 15 until August 18 for ladies between 12 and 18 years.

15% off Mushmis camps…BOOM!

Activities to promote creativity, arts and science and a camp for desert adventures

For kids interested in learning about virtual reality, 3D drawing and 3D printing, Al Qasba has collaborated with STEMA to put on some epic activities, all kids who take part will be gifted with certificates and gifts at the end of each week.

Alternatively, kids can try the Mleiha Archeological Camp, which includes desert horse back riding, dune treks, stargazing and more!

Even the malls are kitted out to keep the kids entertained

Face-painting, activities, kids’ corners, a carnival and theatre shows await at participating malls!

Head to Sahara Centre, Mega Mall and City Centre Sharjah for Carnival shows, or check out Sharjah Expo Centre for sporting activities.

Stay at either of these hotels and grab your summer discounts

Oceanic Khorfakkan Resort & Spa; Marbella Resort; Hotel Holiday International; The Act Hotel; Royal Tulip; 72 Hotel, Swiss Belhotel Sharjah; Radisson Blu Resort, Sharjah; Sheraton Sharjah Beach Resort & Spa; Centro Sharjah; Hospitality Management Holding; Al Rayyan Hotel Sharjah; Ramada Hotel & Suites Sharjah; and Al Majaz Première Deluxe Hotel Apartments are all participating in the Sharjah Summer Festival!

Don’t miss a splash at Sharjah’s Al Montazah Amusement and water park

The 126,000-square-meter amusement park has loads of thrilling rides, and plenty of green park space and cafes, perfect for a family day out.

Finish your trip with a visit to the magnificent Rain Room

Do not visit Sharjah without a trip to Random International’s immersive Rain Room. Forget the heat and walk through an incredible downpour, in a room which reuses 2,500 litres of self-cleaning recycled water, you’ll feel like you’ve been caught in a torrential rain!

The Sharjah Summer Festival is running until August 31 – All info here.