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5 ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day in Dubai with the whole family

Movie nights, sweet treats, theme parks and more

Valentine’s Day in Dubai doesn’t have to just be about you and your significant other, you can get the kids involved too… should you want to that is.

If you’re looking for fun ways to spend the most romantic day of the year with the whole gang, we’ve got you covered

Spread the love with these fun things to do in Dubai this Valentine’s Day.

Be crafty with Kibsons

The Kibsons arts and crafts activity contains everything little ones need to make you and daddy a Valentine’s card. The pack includes pom, poms, stars, pipe cleaners and card all in shades of red and pink to keep with the romantic theme. Plus there is glue, paints and a paintbrush inside as well so they can unleash their artistic flare. Now you’ll just have to find a special place to put it. The card making kit costs Dhs22.50 and makes three cards.
Dhs22.50. www.kibsons.com.

Book brunch at Bab Al Shams

Bab Al Shams is hosting a romantic feast today (Saturday February 13) where kids are welcome. The Valentine’s Picnic Brunch will be kicking off at 1pm on Saturday February 13 and will cost Dhs250 including soft drinks, or Dhs400 for a package that includes house beverages. Kids between six and 12 will pay Dhs125, while the youngest brushers under five can eat for free. In terms of food, you’ll get to choose from a menu of appetisers, Barbecue meats and gourmet pasta, as you make your way around the various outdoor live cooking stations. Deserts come in the form of an array of romantic sweet treats especially crafted for Valentine’s Day.
Dhs250 (soft drinks), Dhs400 (house beverages), Dhs125 (kids six-12), free (kids under five). Sat Feb 13 1pm-4pm. Al Forsan Garden, Bab Al Shams Desert Resort, Dubai, www.babalshams.com (04 809 6194).

Catch a movie at Reel Cinemas

movie-loving parents can book settle down to watch a film at Reel Cinemas while the little ones have a blast at KidZania. Until Sunday February 14, mums and dads who book a Valentines Day date at Reel Cinemas Platinum Suites will be able to book tickets for the little ones at KidZania for a special price of Dhs60 per child. Plus, there is a special set menu on offer from the comfort of your cinema seat. Or, if you live Jebel Ali way, on Sunday February 14, Reel Cinemas at the Jebel Ali Recreation Club is offering couples a Valentine’s Day dinner and movie, plus a house beverage of their choosing for Dhs299.
www.reelcinemas.ae.

Get your thrill at Motiongate Dubai on

Motiongate’s special ticket for two costs Dhs290, which covers a day out on the rides, access to cool live performances and even a meal for two at King Julien’s Café or Mr. Ping’s Noodle Shop. But that’s not all, the ticket price also includes a special surprise gift. So for a family of four, you’ll pay Dhs580 to have a fun day out with the whole crew. The discounted tickets can be bought online at www.motiongatedubai.com now for families to use at the Dubai Parks and Resorts theme park until Sunday February 14.
Dhs290 (two people). Sat-Wed 11am-8pm, Fri & Sat 11am-9pm. Dubai Parks and Resorts, www.motiongatedubai.com.

Gift some sweet treats

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner (consider yourselves warned, dads) and love is already in the air all around the UAE. Wondering what to buy and where to buy it? These sweet treats should help to put you in the good books with the whole family on Sunday February 14. Click here for our top recommendations. From heart-shaped red velvet cakes and cupcakes to mouth-watering biscuits, nothing says I love you like sugary confectionary. You’re welcome.

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