Dubai Summer Surprises is back, celebrating its 25th edition with deals, offers and events that are better than ever.
You’ll be spoilt for choice with shopping sales, competitions and family friendly entertainment And if you were wondering how to celebrate Eid Al Adha in Dubai, wonder no further. With Dubai Summer Surprises there are 25 great reasons to stay in the city and enjoy Eid.
1. Slash the price of a staycation with the DSS 24-Hour Flash Sale
If you’re planning a staycation anytime soon you’ll be happy to know that DSS is celebrating our city’s world-class hotel scene with discounts on stays at some of Dubai’s finest establishments. Offers start at 25 percent with both swanky resorts and boutique bolt holes in the mix. The deal only lasts for 24hrs so make sure you act fast.
Only on Friday July 1.
2. Celebrate 25 years of DSS with the 25 Hour Sale
What’s better than a 24-hour sale? A 25-hour sale, of course. Spread out over two days, you can grab a bargain down at any Majid Al Futtaim mall (including Mall of the Emirates, City Centre Mirdif and City Centre Deira) with discounts of up to 90 percent. And it doesn’t stop there – SHARE rewards members who spend Dhs300 can also enter a lucky draw for the chance to win 1 Million Share points. Race you to the till.
Running Friday July 1, 10am-10pm – Saturday July 2, 10am-11pm. Majid Al Futtaim malls.
3. Who wants to be a SHARE Millionaire?
Nine lucky shoppers are in with a chance to win one million SHARE points this DSS – the equivalent of Dhs100,000 to spend across Majid Al Futtaim’s malls and SHARE reward partners. Spend Dhs300 to enter and simply use the SHARE wallet or scan your shopping receipts through the SHARE app…then keep your fingers crossed.
Running Friday July 1 – September 4.
4. Catch Daily DSS surprises for its 25th anniversary
One of the most anticipated shopping deals of the year! You can bag a bargain every day between July 3 to 27, with a different surprise deal up for grabs each day. The catch? The deals are only revealed 24 hours in advance, so be sure to keep an eye on mydss.ae for details.
Sunday July 3- Wednesday July 27. Until stocks last. Across Dubai’s malls.
5. Treat your friends and family at 1915 By Seddiqi & Sons
The more you shop the more you save at 1915 By Seddiqi & Sons. You’ll get 30 percent off when you buy two or more of its stunning accessories or watches. Even if you’re just spoiling yourself, there’s still a hefty 25 percent discount, and for every Dhs1,000 spent you’ll be entered into a raffle draw with five Dhs5,000 and one Dhs25,000 gift vouchers to be won. It would be rude not to…
Running from Friday July 1 – September 4. 1915 by Seddiqi & Sons at BurJuman and Dubai Marina Mall, Seddiqi & Sons stores at The Dubai Mall and City Center Mirdif, Guess Watches Boutique at Mall of the Emirates, Guess & GC Boutique at City Center Deira.
6. Save on VAT on Apparel Brands Across the City
On top of its already great sales offers, Club Apparel stores and 6thstreet.com are offering further discounts by waiving VAT on purchases. Considering 31 shoppers have the chance to win Dhs100,000 of Club Apparel points between them with every Dhs200 spent, this makes the brand one of the most attractive this DSS.
Running from Monday July 4- Sunday July 10. Available in participating Club Apparel stores and online at 6thstreet.com.
7. Win the Biggest Deal of the Year at The Dubai Mall
Not that we needed another excuse to splash some cash at The Dubai Mall, but spend over Dhs500 this DSS and you can be entered into a draw to win a whopping Dhs1,000,000 prize. Not only is it the biggest deal of the year, even if you don’t bag the dosh there are another eight weekly draws giving away Emaar Gift Cards worth Dhs25,000 each.
Running from Friday July 1 – September 4. 10am to midnight. The Dubai Mall.
8. Be in with a chance to win an Omega watch
Luxury brand Omega is celebrating the 25th addition of DSS with a 10 day offer on an impressive range of watches and jewellery. There are prizes up for grabs throughout, and one lucky winner will win an Omega watch worth Dhs30K. Not too shabby if you ask us.
Running from Friday July 1 – Sunday July 10. Mall of the Emirates, Central Atrium.
9. Shop ‘til you drop at Oasis Mall (and win millions of Shukrans in the process)
Not only are there discounts of up to 75 percent on offer at Oasis Mall for DSS’s 25th anniversary, shoppers who spend Dhs200 or more at any store are in with the chance of winning 150,000 Shukrans to be spent across Landmark Group’s 40+ stores. Saying “thank you” has never felt so good.
Running from July 1 – September 4. 10am-midnight. Oasis Mall.
10. Take home a new set of wheels
In the market for a shiny new car? Well spend Dhs100 at participating malls to enter the insane DSS raffle and you might be in luck as the lovely people at Nissan are giving away a brand-new model to six lucky winners. Just when you thought this year’s prizes couldn’t get any better…
Running from Friday July 1-September 4. Participating malls.
11. Dubai Jewellery Group’s Golden ticket
Spend Dhs500 or more on jewellery at any participating Dubai Jewellery Group store and be in with a chance to win Dhs100,000 worth of gold vouchers. There are another 20 jewellery vouchers worth Dhs5,000 each too, plus heaps of great offers and discounts. What better time to join the gold rush?
Running from Friday July 1- Monday August 1. Mall opening hours. Participating malls and outlets.
12. Slide into some great deals at Mercato
Struggling with ways to keep your kids entertained during all these shopping sprees? Mercato’s popular Modesh themed slide is back for the 25th anniversary of DSS, giving little ones the chance to slide down to the ground all the way from the first floor. Not just that, circus performers will be putting on a dazzling show throughout DSS, and there are weekly cash prizes too. In other words, you know where to find us.
Running from Friday July 1- September 4. Mall opening hours. Mercato Mall.
13. Celebrate 25 years of DSS with a live Louis Tomlinson concert
Whether you’re a hardcore 1D fan or just love a bit of Louis, you’re in for a treat this month because the singer is bringing his Walls World Tour to the Coca-Cola Arena on July 2. Expect absolute bangers like Walls, Back to You and many more.Saturday July 2. 7pm. Coca-Cola Arena. coca-cola-arena.etixdubai.com. visitdubai.com/en/whats-on/dubai-events-calendar/louis-tomlinson
14. Immerse yourself in the magic of movies
Movie buffs will be in their element this July with a whole month of special screenings, offers and events at Reel Cinemas. Whether it’s special date night dine-in deals, free screenings for kids over the weekends when they dress up as their favourite movie character or re-releases of all our favourite classic flicks (Back to the Future, anyone?), it’s time to get your popcorn at the ready. Keep an eye on Reel Cinemas’ social channels for all the details.
July 1-31. All Reel Cinema locations.
15. Enjoy a family day out at the Modesh World Launch
The city’s most popular family edutainment destination is bringing all the goods this DSS, and it’s kicking off with a jam-packed launch party filmed by Dubai TV. Expect an exceptional line-up of performances by Dan Bolton, a dance party, celebration show and the chance to meet Dana and Modesh, plus 25 percent off all rides, games, retail and F&B. Can’t make the launch party? Modesh World will run until August 28, so there’s plenty of time to get down there.
Friday July 1, 10am to 12pm. Dubai World Trade Centre Halls Saeed 1, 2, 3 & Arena.
16. Marvel at captivating laser shows and more at Dubai Festival City
Dubai Festival City is going all out for DSS this year and upping the ante on its world-class Imagine Shows with surprise guest appearances from some of the city’s most famous mascots. From The Pirate’s Tale to Hathi’s Garden, there’s plenty to keep little ones entertained. Don’t miss out on your chance to spend and win big money prizes too – you’ll find everything you need to know on dubaifestivalcitymall.com.
Daily from Friday July 1 – September 4, 10am-1am.
17. Watch a comedy show at Dubai Opera
Prepare for some serious laughs this Eid Al-Adha when Tariq Al-Ali’s brand-new satirical play Tambakhia debuts at Dubai Opera. Tickets are sure to sell out fast so be sure to get yours ASAP.
Monday July 11- Tuesday July 12. Doors open at 7.30pm. Dubai Opera. Tickets available at platinumlist.net and dubaiopera.com. visitdubai.com/en/whats-on/dubai-events-calendar/kuwaiti-play
18. Listen to Rabeh Saqer at the Coca-Cola Arena
What better way to celebrate the Eid festivities than listening to the magical sounds of Saudi Arabian singer and composer Rabeh Saqer? Lucky then that he’s kicking things off with a one-off concert at the Coca-Cola Arena. This is one you won’t want to miss.
Monday July 11. Doors open at 7.30pm. Coca-Cola Arena. Tickets available at platinumlist.net. visitdubai.com/en/whats-on/dubai-events-calendar/rabeh-sager-live.
19. Experience the Sounds of Salim-Sulaiman
Brother duo Salim-Sulaiman are two of India’s most respected composers for very good reason. Catch them live down at the Coca-Cola arena this month for a three-hour Bollywood extravaganza full of all their most popular tunes.
Saturday July 16. 8.30pm. Coca-Cola Arena. Tickets available at coca-cola-arena.etixdubai.com .visitdubai.com/en/whats-on/dubai-events-calendar/salim-sulaiman-live
20. Make friends with the minions at City Center Mirdif
If your little ones are as excited as us about the imminent premiere of Minions: The Rise of Gru, hot foot it down to City Center Mirdif where there’s an incredibly immersive activation to celebrate the new movie. With tons of activities and cute photo ops for kids, make sure your phones are fully charged and at the ready.
July 1 – 15. 12pm – 8pm. City Center Mirdif, Central Galleria.
21. Shop and win up to Dhs10,000
Spending Dhs350 for a chance to win Dhs10,000 sounds like a pretty good deal to us, and that’s exactly what’s on offer at participating malls this Eid Al-Adha. Even spending just Dhs100 will allow you to enter a raffle to win Dhs3,000, and with 45 prizes up for grabs, we reckon the odds could be in your favour.
Friday July 1- Monday July 11. Participating malls.
22. Learn the Baby Shark dance at Mall of the Emirates
Earn some serious parental brownie points down at MOE this Eid where Baby Shark will get little ones seriously excited. Not only can you learn that infamous dance, but there are also heaps of other fun games and activities.
7-17 July. The Theatre at Mall of the Emirates. visitdubai.com/en/whats-on/dubai-events-calendar/baby-shark
23. Win big with Dubai Shopping Malls Group
It’s raffles galore this Eid Al-Adha, and Dubai Shopping Malls Group are also getting in on the action by offering shoppers the chance to win prizes of up to Dhs200,000. The more you shop the better your chances of winning – not that we needed much convincing.
Friday July 1 until the second day of Eid. Participating malls.
24. Enjoy a staycation for less at some of the city’s best hotels
Who doesn’t love discount at top hotels? That’s right, no-one. A number of the city’s finest establishments are banding together this Eid to offer some amazing deals on hotel stays, including 33 percent off on best plus hotel credit equal to your nightly room rate at Park Regis Kris Kin and rooms starting at just Dhs299 at the Crowne Plaza hotel. Ibis One Central, Waldorf Astoria Hotel Palm Jumeirah and the H Hotel are also included, along with a few others. You’d be crazy not to take advantage.
Running throughout Eid. visitdubai.com/en/whats-on/dss
25. Feast like a king (or queen) at restaurants around the city.
How does buy-one-get-one-free on meaty mains at Back to Grills sound? Or what about specially-curated set menus at the likes of Ce La Vi, Mamafri, Yalumba, Kitchen8 and Armani/Mediterraneo. Yep, we thought you’d be happy with that. Heaps of restaurants are offering killer deals on their food and drink this season and we challenge you to fit in as many as humanly possible before the celebrations are over. Check out the DDS website for a full list of participating restaurants.
Running from Friday July 1 to September 4. visitdubai.com/en/whats-on/dss
