Dubai is magical. Dubai is exciting.
Dubai is… very good at convincing your wallet to cry.
But here’s the part most new parents don’t know:
Dubai is also one of the best cities in the world for kids-go-free deals.
Yep. While you’re budgeting, planning, pricing, and negotiating with your own sanity, Dubai quietly drops ongoing and rotating offers where children eat free, stay free, ride free, splash free, and explore free.
Consider this your secret cheat sheet to family savings across the city — curated for parents, expat families, students with younger siblings, and anyone who’s ever said,
“I swear the kids cost more than the holiday.”
And if your family happens to be celebrating a special day, don’t miss our guide to free things to do in Dubai on your birthday, where the city hands out some surprisingly good freebies just for showing up.
And guess what?
You’re about to save hundreds of dirhams every single month — without giving up any of the fun.
Dining & Restaurant Offers for Families
Dubai’s dining scene isn’t just glamorous — it’s surprisingly generous with children’s meals. Whether you’re craving buffets, fine dining, fast food, or brunch spreads taller than your toddler, there’s usually a kids-eat-free deal hiding somewhere.
Let’s break it down.
All-Day Dining Venues With Free Kids Meals
These restaurants are every parent’s dream — great food, big variety, and a bill that doesn’t make you consider a second job.
Where kids eat free:
✔ Seasonal Tastes – The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi
Kids under 6 eat free with paying adults, while ages 7–12 enjoy 50% off. Expect international comfort food and dessert stations kids won’t forget.
WOW-Emirates Expert Tip: Weekday lunches are quieter, easier with kids, and usually better value.
✔ Kitchen6 – JW Marriott Marquis Dubai
Kids under 5 eat free, with discounted pricing for ages 6–12. One of Dubai’s most popular buffets — and for good reason.
✔ Kaleidoscope – Atlantis The Palm
Kids under 12 eat free when dining with two adults, making it perfect for families combining hotel exploring with buffet dining.
✔ The Restaurant – Address Dubai Mall
Complimentary child meals with every adult entrée — ideal after a long mall day or a toy-store meltdown (it happens).
Buffet Restaurants Offering Complimentary Kids’ Access
Because nothing says family harmony like a buffet where everyone finds something they like.
Family-friendly favourites include:
• La Moda – Crowne Plaza Dubai
Kids under 6 eat free, while ages 7–12 enjoy 50% off.
• Grand Café – Grand Hyatt Dubai
Kids under 5 dine free, with discounted meals up to age 12.
• Villa Beach – Jumeirah Beach Hotel
Kids under 6 eat free, paired with relaxed beachfront vibes.
WOW-Emirates Expert Tip: Buffets are unbeatable value for picky eaters or kids who eat three bites and disappear.
Fast Food Chains With Kids Eat Free Promotions
Yes, even fast food chains get generous with family deals.
You’ll often find offers like:
• McDonald’s UAE – Kids eat free on select weekdays
• KFC – Free kids’ meals with family buckets
• Burger King – Kids Club freebies
• Subway – Kids eat free Sundays
Affordable, predictable, and always a hit.
Fine Dining With Family-Friendly Policies
Dubai’s upscale restaurants welcome families — and prove it with real savings.
• CÉ LA VIE Dubai – Kids under 8 eat free during weekend brunch
• Nobu Dubai – Kids under 6 eat free, 50% off for ages 7–12
• Zero Gravity – Free kids’ meals (under 10) with premium adult dishes
WOW-Emirates Expert Tip: Free-kids fine-dining offers fill fast — book early.
Entertainment & Theme Park Deals
Theme parks in Dubai can get expensive faster than your kids can say, “Can we go again?”
That’s why these family offers matter.
Major Theme Parks With Free Child Admission
• IMG Worlds of Adventure
Kids under 12 enter free on select promotional days.
• Dubai Parks & Resorts
Motiongate, Bollywood Parks, and Legoland regularly run rotating family offers, including kids-go-free days and under-3s always entering free.
• Global Village
Kids under 3 always enter free, with additional free-entry days during special events and festivals.
WOW-Emirates Expert Tip: School-term weeks usually offer the strongest discounts.
Indoor Entertainment Centres
Perfect for toddlers, summer heat, or parents who prefer A/C over sunburn.
• Magic Planet – Free morning play hours
• Hub Zero – Kids play free during select times
• Ski Dubai – Free Snow Park access for kids under 3
• KidZania – Free entry for under-4s during special hours
Water Parks With Kids Free Entry Promotions
• Atlantis Aquaventure – Kids under 12 often enter free on weekdays
• Wild Wadi – Kids under 3 always free, with rotating promotions for ages 3–11
• Laguna Waterpark – Third child free with select family tickets
Hotels & Resort Family Packages
Dubai hotels don’t just give you a room — many quietly give your kids a free holiday.
Luxury Resorts With Kids Stay & Play Free
• Atlantis The Palm – Kids under 12 stay free with waterpark and aquarium access
• The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai – Complimentary kids’ stay with Ritz Kids activities
• JA Ocean View Hotel – Kids under 16 stay free with breakfast
Mid-Range Hotels With Free Child Stays
Affordable and family-friendly options include:
• Premier Inn – Two kids under 16 stay free
• Holiday Inn Express – Kids under 12 stay and eat free
• Citymax Hotels – Kids under 12 stay free with breakfast
All-Inclusive Resorts With Free Activities
Perfect for families who want zero planning.
• Le Méridien Mina Seyahi – Kids stay and dine free
• JA Jebel Ali Beach Hotel – Free stay, meals, sports, and kids club
• Sheraton JBR – Kids activities and beach access included
WOW-Emirates Expert Tip: All-inclusive resorts often cost less than multiple theme park visits.
Educational & Cultural Attractions
Learning doesn’t have to cost money — and in Dubai, it often doesn’t.
• Dubai Museum – Kids under 6 free
• Museum of the Future – Free child entry on select national and seasonal days
• Etihad Museum – Kids under 5 free
• Heritage & Diving Village – Always free for kids
Shopping Mall & Retail Promotions
Because malls in Dubai are basically theme parks (minus the sunburn).
• Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates, City Centre Mirdif – Free play areas
• Reel, VOX & Novo Cinemas – Free kids screenings and snack deals
• H&M, Zara, Toys“R”Us – Regular kidswear and toy freebies
Sports & Recreation Facilities
Because kids have more energy than Dubai’s skyscrapers have floors.
• Fitness First Kids Club – Free trial months
• Dubai Tennis Academy – Free kids coaching sessions
• Bounce Dubai – Kids jump free on weekdays
• Dubai Municipality Pools – Free kids swim hours
Final Word
Dubai is packed — overflowing — with ways for kids to have fun for free or close to it. From restaurants and theme parks to luxury hotels and cultural attractions, these offers rotate regularly, which means there’s always something new to try.
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FAQs — Kids Go Free Offers in Dubai (Monthly)?
Dubai updates its family deals every month, with discounts across restaurants, theme parks, hotels, museums, and malls. The most popular options include kids-eat-free buffets, free child entry at IMG Worlds and Motiongate, free kids’ stays at Atlantis, and mall promotions offering free play zones.
Many Dubai restaurants run monthly promotions where kids dine free with paying adults. Popular venues include Seasonal Tastes (Westin), Kitchen6 (JW Marriott Marquis), Kaleidoscope (Atlantis), and family-friendly food courts in Dubai Mall and Mall of the Emirates.
IMG Worlds, Motiongate, Bollywood Parks, Legoland Dubai, and Aquaventure run regular kids-go-free promotions. Some include weekday free entry, seasonal passes, or special holiday discounts for families.
Yes! Many malls, cultural centres, and sports facilities offer free activities for kids. Popular options include mall play areas, kids’ movie screenings, free cultural tours, library events, and Dubai Municipality pool access.
Absolutely. Many hotels offer family packages where children stay and eat for free. Atlantis The Palm, JA Beach Hotels, and Ritz-Carlton Dubai regularly feature free-stay-and-play promotions for kids under 12.
Age limits vary by venue. Most restaurants allow free meals for kids under 6, theme parks offer free entry for kids under 12, and hotels allow free stays for kids under 12 or 16. Always check the exact terms before visiting.
Peak seasons include summer holidays (Dubai Summer Surprises), winter festivals, National Day, school breaks, and mall event seasons. Many offers refresh at the start of each month.
Some deals require advance booking — especially theme parks and hotels. Restaurants and malls usually accept walk-ins, but weekends can be busy, so reservations are recommended.
Yes! All kids-go-free promotions in Dubai apply to residents and tourists. Hotels, theme parks, and restaurants extend these offers to all families visiting the UAE.
You can check this guide every month for updated offers. You can also follow WOW-Emirates on social media, monitor hotel and theme park websites, or subscribe to newsletters that highlight Dubai’s latest family-friendly promotions.
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