Father’s Day in the UAE is celebrated on Saturday, June 21, so if it’s totally slipped your mind and now you’re frantically searching for something to do while scribbling your name on a card, don’t worry, we’ve got you.
Father’s Day itself is celebrated on different dates around the world, so you can make the most of a selection of events spanning until Saturday June 21. UK and US Father’s Day fell first on Sunday, June 15, followed by UAE Father’s Day on Saturday June 21.
From a hearty roast dinner to watching the footie, here are all the best things to do for Father’s Day in Dubai.
Where to celebrate Father’s Day in Dubai
Have a cinema afternoon at African Queen
The J1 restaurant will be welcoming families for an in-house screening of Mufasa: The Lion King, a movie all about fatherhood.
Enjoy a special movie tray of sharing dishes, from salmon crudo to mini burgers and tempura prawns, before finishing with ice cream and popcorn.
Dhs299 (soft), Dhs399 (two beverages), Dhs150 (kids aged 6-12). Sun Jun 21, from 2pm. J1 Beach, sevenrooms.com (04 570 5546).
Enjoy free appetisers at Level 19 Lounge and Bar
Take your Dad out for a special Father’s Day meal and treat him to a complimentary hot appetiser, as long as he can show a photo of himself with his kids.
From golden scallops to wild mushroom and truffle arancini or a chicken shish kebab, the free dish will start the meal off on a great note.
Available on min spend of Dhs75. June 20-22, 6pm-3am. Park Regis Kris Kin Hotel, Bur Dubai, parkregiskriskin.ae (050 707 1196).
Have a round at Topgolf
Fun for all the family, take your dad for a few swings in one of the air-conditioned golf bays. Let him practice his best shot while the little ones burn off some steam in the arcade, before all sitting down for some all-American snacks — think burgers, fries, the lot.
Now ready for the summer season, the attraction at Emirates Golf Club has shaded units and chilled bays to make sure it’s an enjoyable outing.
Prices vary. Open Mon-Fri, 10am-2am, Sat-Sun 9am-2am. Emirates Golf Club, topgolfdubai.ae (04 371 9999).
Try a Vida staycation
For a change of scene (and a discount), book a staycay for Father’s Day and you’ll not only receive ten percent off, but you’ll even get two free tickets to one of the Emaar attractions.
From Dubai Ice Rink to the Storm Coaster, your weekend will be most definitely fun-filled.
Until Sept 30. Vida Hotels and Resorts, vida-hotels.com.
Try a father and son lunch
To celebrate Father’s Day, Bull & Bear has partnered up with grooming lounge 1847 to create the perfect gentleman’s experience.
On Saturday June 21, father’s dining for lunch will receive a complimentary shoulder massage at the exclusive 1847 pop-up between courses, as well as enjoying some of the restaurant’s signature dishes.
Sat Jun 21, 1pm-3pm. Bull & Bear, DIFC, bullandbeardifc.com (04 515 9888).
Try the Boss Burger
A special addition to the Black Tap’s menu for Father’s Day only, your dad can take on the impressive patty, packed with prime beef, American cheese, crispy beef bacon and special sauce with a side of Idaho fries.
Available for three days, don’t miss your chance to try it.
Dhs75. Jun 21-23. Open Sun-Thu 11am-midnight; Fri-Sat 11am-1am. Dubai Mall, blacktap.com (04 330 5103).
Tuck into free tacos at Chalco’s Cantina
Dad’s can enjoy a free portion of tacos when your group orders more than two main courses.
Pair it with a handcrafted mixed drinks and you’ve got yourself a Father’s Day fiesta.
Visit The Restaurant
Take dear old Dad for a specially-curated three-course dinner, which will include everything from Wagyu beef to hops and grape pairings while you look out from one of the most central spots in the city.
Dhs450 per person. Sat Jun 21, from 6.30pm. Address Downtown, Downtown Dubai, addresshotels.com (04 436 8888).
Get a fresh trim from Blume
The Dubai Mall restaurant has partnered up with Verve Barbershop to give five dads dining in each day a voucher for a complimentary haircut and beard trim.
Not only that, you can also spoil your dear old man with some tasty dishes and views over to the Burj Khalifa.
Jun 16-22. Open daily 10am-2am, Dubai Mall, Downtown Dubai, blumedubai.com (04 495 6888).
Get 30 percent off at Jones the Grocer
Dads can redeem up to 30 percent off the à la carte menu at the popular Palm Jumeirah restaurant on Sunday June 21.
All you have to do is bring your mini-mes and the discount is yours.
Sat Jun 21. 7.30am-1am. Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah, West Beach, jonesthegrocer.com (052 527 1750).
Have a family brunch at Uptown Brasserie
Take the whole brood to the international brunch, where you can browse the stations from around the world and gorge on all your favourites.
While dad is tucking in, get the little ones over to the SuperDad table, where they can draw and write messages on crisp white shirts for them to wear with pride. Plus, families at the brunch will also receive a hotel pool pass valid for two adults and three children (yay).
Dhs295 per person. Sat Jun 21, 1pm-4pm. SO/ Uptown Dubai Hotel, Uptown Dubai, uptowndubai.ae (04 820 8888).
Watch the FIFA Club World Cup
From Sunday June 15 to Sunday July 13, garden on 8 in Media City will be transforming into a fanzone, so you and your dad can watch your team and enjoy some special matchday offers.
From discounted hops and burgers to giant inflatable footballs, you’re guaranteed a good time (whether you win or not).
Sun Jun 15 to Sun July 13. Media One, Media City, @gardenon8dxb (052 144 7438).
Take him for a day on the range
The Father’s Day offer at the shooting range includes a round of 25 shots, before you can take your Dad to the Smokin’ Gun restaurant to pick from the special burger menu.
Whether you want the veggie patty, the rooster or the Smokin’ Gun melt, the deal even lets you wash it all down with a beverage of your choice.
Dhs630 (two people). Jun 15-22. JA Lake View Hotel, jaresortshotels.com (04 814 5604).
Enjoy a free dessert at Indikaya
Every family dining in on Saturday June 21 will receive a free orange pista chenna payesh dessert alongside their main meal.
A traditional Indian sweet treat, expect creamy fresh cheese mixed with oranges and some rich nutty pistachios.
Sat Jun 21, noon-11.30pm. Shangri-La Hotel, Sheikh Zayed Road, indikayarestaurant.ae (054 279 3647).
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