ENTERTAINMENT · UPDATED AUGUST 2026

Make the Most of the Long Weekend with Emaar Hospitality Group

Dubai, UAE – August 2026: Whether you’re planning a quick city escape, a day by the pool, a long lunch with family and friends, or a wellness-focused break, Emaar Hospitality Group brings together a selection of experiences across its hotels, restaurants and wellness destinations to make the most of the long weekend.

Stay

48 Hours in Vida Hotels and Resorts

Vida Dubai Mall, Vida Creek Beach, Vida Creek Harbour & Vida Beach Resort Umm Al Quwain

Turn the long weekend into a quick lifestyle escape with 48 Hours in Vida, bringing together a short stay with the relaxed, social energy of the Vida experience. The offer includes daily breakfast, complimentary stays and dining for kids, early check-in from 11:00 am, late check-out until 4:00 pm, a complimentary upgrade to the next room category, and 30% savings on dining.

Two-night minimum stay · Pets allowed in selected properties

Beach Stays, the Vida Way

Vida Dubai Marina & Yacht Club

Swap the marina for the beach with selected room categories that include complimentary beach access at Address Beach Resort, complimentary return transfers between the two properties, and beach access for children below 12 years. Guests can also enjoy 20% savings on food and beverages at the beach outlets.

Available until 30 September 2026

Endless Sun & Stays

Vida Emirates Hills & Vida Dubai Marina & Yacht Club

Make the most of the summer with kids staying and dining free, early check-in from 11:00 am, late check-out until 4:00 pm, a complimentary upgrade to the next room category (subject to availability, excluding suites), and 30% savings on food and beverages throughout the stay.

Available until 30 September 2026

This Summer, Stay Downtown

Address Downtown, Address Dubai Mall, Address Sky View, Vida Dubai Mall & Palace Downtown

Turn the long weekend into a city staycation with daily breakfast, early check-in from 11:00 am and late check-out until 4:00 pm, 30% off dining and spa treatments, kids staying and dining free up to 11 years old, and complimentary tickets to a selected Emaar Entertainment attraction per stay. A suite offer across selected properties adds up to 20% off suite stays, complimentary At The Top, Burj Khalifa Silver Package tickets, and more.

Bookings until 30 September 2026

A Summer at Creek

Address Creek Harbour

For a refined waterfront escape, A Summer at Creek combines elegant accommodation with 30% savings on dining and spa, complimentary stays and dining for kids, daily breakfast, early check-in from 11:00 am and late check-out until 4:00 pm, and a complimentary upgrade to the next room category (subject to availability, excluding suites).

Available for stays until 30 September 2026

Swim, Unwind & Relax

Sun-Soaked Poolside Escape

Infinity Pool, Address Downtown

Spend the day above the city at the Infinity Pool, where a pool pass is fully redeemable on food and beverage. A relaxed poolside escape with views of the Burj Khalifa skyline.

Daily, 7:00 am – 7:00 pm · AED 350 per person

Cool Off in Style

Level 12, Address Dubai Mall

Take a break from the city with pool access at Level 12, where the pool pass is fully redeemable on food and beverages — an easy poolside escape in the heart of Downtown Dubai.

Daily, 10:00 am – 7:00 pm · AED 200 per person

Summer Wellness Privileges

The Spa Longevity, Palace Downtown

Extend the long weekend with 25% off all treatments plus complimentary pool access, combining a restorative spa experience with time to unwind by the pool.

Available daily

Wellness Retreat

The Spa Longevity, Address Downtown

Reconnect with your wellbeing through a curated collection of restorative spa experiences designed to detoxify, rebalance and rejuvenate. Choose from the Healing Retreat (105 min, AED 900), Mind Retreat (30 min, AED 455) or Contouring Facial Retreat (90 min, AED 650).

Daily, 10:00 am – 10:00 pm

Burj View Pool Days at Flo

Vida Dubai Mall

Soak up the skyline at Flo with all-day pool access fully redeemable on food and drinks — an easy way to turn the long weekend into a rooftop daycation.

Daily, 12:00 pm – 9:00 pm · AED 99 per person

The Hills Are Calling

Origins, Vida Emirates Hills

For those looking to take the day a little slower, Vida Emirates Hills offers a pool pass fully redeemable on food and beverages, with kids going free.

Daily, 9:00 am – 6:00 pm · AED 99 per person · Kids free

Make Waves, Not Plans

Vida Dubai Marina & Yacht Club

Spend the day by the water with a pool pass fully redeemable on food and beverages. The experience also includes complimentary pool access for children, making it an easy option for a relaxed family day out. Prior reservations required.

Daily, 11:00 am – 7:00 pm · AED 99 per person

Tides of Vibes

Vida Creek Beach

For a more relaxed waterfront escape, Vida Creek Beach offers all-day pool access at Lagoon Beach Lounge, fully redeemable on food and beverages, with drinks from 10:00 am and food from 12:30 pm. Kids go free.

From AED 99 per person; AED 140 on weekends

Skyline Sips & Dips

Vida Creek Harbour

Take in panoramic skyline views from the pool at Vida Creek Harbour. The day pass brings together poolside lounging, refreshing dips, bites and sips throughout the day.

Daily, 7:00 am – 8:00 pm · AED 99 per person

Dine

A Family Feast at Cetara

Address Downtown

Gather around the table for a three-course sharing-style Italian feast designed for relaxed weekend moments with family and friends, with beverages available à la carte.

Saturday & Sunday, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm · AED 145 per person

In Full Bloom

The Patisserie, Address Creek Harbour

Settle into an elegant afternoon with a refined afternoon tea featuring a curated selection of TWG teas, delicate pastries and savoury creations. Live piano performances add to the atmosphere every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm.

Daily, 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm · AED 195 per person

From Siam to Isaan

Thiptara, Palace Downtown

Elevate Saturday with a Thai brunch bringing together vibrant flavours in an elegant setting — refreshing salads, hot appetisers, three main courses with sides and a sharing dessert platter. Children aged 5–11 dine for AED 162, while children below five dine complimentary.

Saturday, 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm · From AED 325 per person (soft beverages); AED 450 house beverage package

Solara

Address Dubai Mall

Pair a leisurely poolside afternoon with a three-course menu. Guests can enjoy a three-course menu with one glass of bubbly, or opt for the free-flow house beverages package.

Saturday & Sunday, 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm · From AED 199 per person; AED 299 with free-flow

Breakfast Decadence

At.mosphere, Burj Khalifa

Rise to a morning above the clouds 442 metres above Dubai, with golden Viennoiserie, vibrant fruit platters, artisanal charcuterie, European cheeses and creamy yoghurts, alongside signature dishes. Enhance your breakfast with free-flowing Mimosas.

Daily, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm · AED 450 per person; AED 600 with free-flow Mimosas

Le Cloud Brunch

At.mosphere, Burj Khalifa

Take the long weekend to new heights on the 122nd floor of Burj Khalifa. Choose between Soft, House and Sparkling packages, with the afternoon continuing at a Lounge afterparty; a sunset package is also available.

Saturday, 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm · From AED 350 per person; sunset package AED 155

We Mean Business Lunch

Origins, Vida Dubai Mall

Take a break from the inbox with a relaxed midday reset over a set menu.

Daily, 12:30 pm – 3:00 pm · AED 79 per person

We Mean Business Lunch

Origins, Vida Dubai Marina & Yacht Club

Pair lunch with marina views with a three-course sharing-style feast — equally good for a catch-up or a relaxed midday gathering.

Daily, 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm · AED 99 per person

We Mean Business Lunch

Origins, Vida Emirates Hills

Step away from the city with a three-course business lunch, including a choice of fresh juice or soft drink.

Daily, 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm · AED 99 per person

The Sunday Club

Ranches Restaurant, Arabian Ranches Golf Club

Gather family and friends for a traditional Sunday roast served with all the classic trimmings, live carving and a warm clubhouse atmosphere — two rotating roasted meats, family-style sides and classic desserts, with a weekly raffle offering dining vouchers or a complimentary four-ball at the golf club. Guests who visit four Sundays receive a complimentary bottle of house wine for their next visit.

Sunday, 12:30 pm – 4:30 pm · AED 158 per person

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