{"id":99221,"date":"2025-08-21T15:01:21","date_gmt":"2025-08-21T11:01:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lovin.co\/dubai\/?p=99221"},"modified":"2025-08-21T15:01:21","modified_gmt":"2025-08-21T11:01:21","slug":"weekend-hotlist-6-fun-ways-for-families-to-spend-the-last-weekend-before-school","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lovin.co\/dubai\/en\/news\/weekend-hotlist-6-fun-ways-for-families-to-spend-the-last-weekend-before-school\/","title":{"rendered":"WEEKEND HOTLIST: 6 Fun Ways For Families To Spend The Last Weekend Before School"},"content":{"rendered":"

Time flies when you are having fun! Wow, summer is almost over, with almost three months having passed in the blink of an eye. Parents and children across Dubai have surely made the most of the holidays, but with most families now returning to the emirate from their summer travels, the last weekend before school starts should be a memorable one too.<\/p>\n

Here are some places to check out with and without your kiddos this weekend<\/h2>\n

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6. Enjoy Barasti Beach vibes with no entrance fee<\/h2>\n

Parents, you all need to unwind too! Barasti Beach, Le M\u00e9ridien Mina Seyahi, has removed its entrance fee for the summer. August 4 onwards, guests can enjoy free access to the pool and beach areas. There is no minimum spending limit either \u2013 sounds amazing doesn’t it?<\/p>\n

The ‘No Entrance Fee’ initiative is valid from now until October 2025, making it the perfect place for adults to cool down, catch up with friends, and soak in the summer sun. Cabanas and sun loungers can be booked in advance, with prices starting from AED 150.<\/p>\n

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And Barasti’s signature Saturday affair \u2013 The Tease Me Brunch \u2013 is worth checking out too. Taking place every Saturday from 5 PM till 8 PM, the experience offers free-flowing beverages with beachside flavours, alongside a high-energy soundtrack delivered by Barasti\u2019s resident DJs. As the sun dips below the horizon, the party rolls on with Tempt Me, the official after-party that kicks off at 8 PM, featuring live sets, beach dancing, and unbeatable seaside vibes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Where? Barasti Beach, Le M\u00e9ridien Mina Seyahi
\nWhen? Every Saturday | 5 PM till 8 PM<\/div>\n
Age group? 21 and up<\/div>\n

For more details<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

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5. Go as a family to watch ‘Alice in Wonderland’<\/h2>\n
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The ultimate theatrical treat before school starts, it is perfect for families and daydreamers of all ages. With eye-popping costumes, laugh-out-loud characters, magical sets, and a whole lot of heart, this spectacular stage show transforms the theatre into a wonderland where logic is optional, and imagination reigns supreme. Every twist is a lesson, every rhyme a riddle, and every moment a chance to believe six impossible things before breakfast. Book now and join Alice for the most curious adventure of the season!<\/p>\n

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Where? Jumeirah Beach Hotel
\nWhen?\u00a0 August 23<\/span><\/p>\n

Get tickets here<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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4. Grab last-minute things at the ‘Back To School’ sale<\/h2>\n

Get ready for heading back to school at Times Square Center. This is your chance to enjoy amazing deals on school supplies and exclusive packages on after-school activities, birthday parties, and so much more. If you are one of those last-minute parents, head over to the sale to get hold of everything you need for your kiddos!<\/p>\n

Mark your diary – 22nd-24th August from 10am to 6pm in Times Square Center<\/p>\n

Where? Times Square Center
\nWhen? August 22 till August 24
\nTime? 10 AM till 6 PM<\/p>\n

Get more details here!<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

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3. Head over to a kid-friendly carnival for free<\/h2>\n

It\u2019s time for one last hurrah before your little ones head back to school! Enjoy a whole host of great food and beverage offers, as well as fun activities for the children, including a bouncy castle, game booths, face painting, bubble show, and more. Top tip: Go with your mom friends! You and fellow mommies can chat and eat away while your babies make the most of the last weekend before school.<\/p>\n

Where? Jumeirah Golf Estates – Golf and Country Club
\nWhen? August 23
\nTime? 6 PM<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

More info here<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

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2. Salvage the weekend with this new menu at Salvaje Dubai<\/h2>\n

For those seeking luxury in dining, Salvaje Dubai \u2014 the globally acclaimed modern Japanese restaurant with a bold Latin twist \u2014 has unveiled its exclusive Premium Menu. At the heart of this elevated experience lies an impressive curation of seafood and meat dishes that are<\/p>\n

nothing short of delicious. The Ceviche Platter is a vibrant showstopper \u2014 featuring five luxurious variations of seafood, including tuna akami, hamachi, kinmedai, Hokkaido scallop, and red prawn carabinero \u2014 each delicately marinated in inventive takes on the classic leche de tigre. Guests have the option to enhance the platter with 30g of Beluga Black Caviar for the ultimate indulgence.<\/p>\n

For sushi lovers, the Premium Sushi Platter offers a lavish spread of sushi, sashimi, nigiri, maki, gunkan, and oysters \u2014 all meticulously crafted and available with an optional caviar crown. And on the meat front, the menu dazzles with its Premium Meat Selection, showcasing cuts of exceptional provenance and marbling. If you\u2019re craving an elevated early evening escape, Salvaje\u2019s new Premium Menu offers the perfect excuse to go bold \u2014 and go wild.<\/p>\n

Where? Salvaje, Opera District – Address Residences – Downtown Dubai<\/p>\n

When? Tuesday 7\u202fPM – 3\u202fAM|Wednesday to Saturday 7\u202fPM – 2\u202fAM | Sunday 7\u202fPM – 1\u202fAM<\/p>\n

Check it out here<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

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1. Laugh out loud at the Standup Comedy Showcase<\/h2>\n

The Laughing Factory in Dubai is turning up the fun with Dimitri Bakanov, star of the prestigious \u2018AAA Late Show\u2019 at the Edinburgh Festival. Known for his sharp, honest, and sometimes dark humour, Dimitri is guaranteed to hit the mark. Making his Laughter Factory debut is Roman Harris, winner of the acclaimed Comedy Virgins competition and a familiar face from two seasons on the hit TV show Supermarket Sweep. He might just become your new favourite comic.<\/p>\n

Also on the lineup is Ash Rose, who will kick off the night with jaw-dropping magic, daring stunts, and laugh-out-loud comedy \u2014 a perfect warm-up for an evening of fun. And don\u2019t miss Noha Bashir, the Canadian-Egyptian comedian who’s quickly becoming the region\u2019s rising star. Mark your calendars now!<\/p>\n

Where? Radisson Hotel DAMAC Hills, Dubai<\/span><\/a>
\nWhen? Till August 23<\/p>\n

Get your tickets here!<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

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