FIFA World Cup 2018 is here (WOOH!) and while every bar worth its salt is showing the games, a tribute must be paid to the following….

Because they have seriously gone above and beyond for the huge month of football.

From musicians celebrating each and every goal, noise makers, face-painters and more, if you’re looking for guaranteed atmosphere, look no further…

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8. The Last Stand Football Fan Park at Sports City

Make your way to the Sports City Fan Park at The Dome which is hosting each and every game of the World Cup.

Get access to two massive 7 metre LED screens in the main area with a further 6 metre screen in the family-friendly (non-smoking) section.

Free Entry, you can jump the queue book your fast track tickets already loaded with credit for food and drink, details here.

And the best part? Happy Hour runs 3pm – 7pm with 2for1 pints EVERY DAY for the duration of the World Cup. SCORE!

For reservations call (05) 4778 8842

7. Emirates Golf Club

Dubbing itself ‘football central’ you can’t go wrong with a visit to the Emirate Golf Club World Cup set up. With a fully seated area downstairs and standing room upstairs, the fully air-conditioned tent answers all your World Cup needs.

For reservations call 04 295 6000

6. Fairmont The Palm, Palm Jumeirah

If you’re looking for something more along the lines of fun and pocket-friendly, Fairmont The Palm is the place for you.

A fully air conditioned tent with one giant screen in the middle and several others around the tent, you can have the ultimate football experience for AED95.

This includes a bites menu that offers nachos, popcorn shrimp and beef sliders and there will be special offers on the beverage of the night too.

For reservations, call 04 457 3457 or email palm.dining@fairmont.com

5. Wavebreaker Beach Stadium

This new beach tent is opening its doors right in time for the 2018 Cup. Located in Hilton Dubai Jumeirah, JBR The Walk, it’s seriously cool.

Take advantage of their deals because you’re in for a surprise. For AED150, enjoy a classic burger or sandwich combined with a cool refreshing bottle of house hops. This offer also includes exclusive access to the pristine beach at JBR.

For those wanting to watch the match with little ones of your own, Wavebreaker’s will be featuring kid-friendly offerings with activities perfect for their age.

For reservations, call 04 399 1111

4. Reform Social & Grill, The Lakes

In celebration of the World Cup 2018, Reform Social & Grill are launchingYour Local Fanzone which will run throughout the tournament and has lots to offer.

Held in Reform’s famous air-conditioned tent, Your Local Fanzone will offers its customers a special football themed menu where the choices will consist of Reform Burger and Chips, Battered Fish & Chips or British Balti Curry – all including a pint for AED99.

Happy Hour will also be available to all customers all day every day.

For those wanting to stay longer, there will be a three-hour package at AED225 per person allowing football lovers to feast on a platter of British faves including mini beef burgers, pies, scotch eggs, crackling, fries plus five beers.

Though entry is free, reserving would be better to ensure you get good seats.

For reservations, call 04 454 2638.

3. Atlantis, The Palm

Atlantis will be launching the World Cup Fan Zone which will be airing all matches live from Russia with the capacity of 2,000 fans!

Split into two zones, The Stadium will be the main viewing area for those not wanting to miss anything, and The Bench will offer a more chilled out vibe with casual seating and a gamer’s corner along with its own PlayStation activation.

A specially-designed football food menu, painting station for face-paining, state-of-the-art VR football experience and an area designated especially kids six and below.

Ladies enter for free, men will have to pay AED100 on the door with two drinks. Minimum spend on a table is AED100

For reservations, email fanzone@atlantisthepalm.com

2. Habtoor Grand Resort

Cheer your favorite team in JBR’s biggest Fan Zones at the Habtoor World Cup Tent. Get ready for some live entertainment, awesome combo deals, lots of games and more.

LED Screens and Projector screens present for the audience, 20 other HD plasma TV’s in and around the tent. Food and beverage combos and Lucky Strike deals.

And, lotsssss of games.

For more information, call 04 408 4257 or email hgrs.fbreservation@habtooorhospitality.com

1. Penthouse

Penthouse has announced details of its VIP World Cup extravaganza which will be featured a whole set of live entertainment, matches , games and pool parties.

Football fans can enjoy the match and Dubai’s skyline in a transparent air-conditioned tent. There’re gonna be multiple screens, DJ’s and percussionists to set the mood right. Tbh cannot wait.

On the Marina side, every Tuesday is Ladies Night with three complimentary beverages for the girls. Rewind Wednesday’s continues with legendary Dubai DJ Tim Cheddar spinning the best of the 80s, 90s and 00s cheesiest hits from 9pm to 2am.

But that’s not all, The Penthouse are giving you the chance to win tickets to the World Cup and the holiday of a lifetime as a part of their VIP experience.

For more information, call 052 9004868 or email the penthouse@fivehotelsandresorts.com