5 Things To Do This Weekend: Emirates Airline Festival of Literature, Street Nights Dubai 2017 and more!

A few of our favourite things to do this weekend

Let’s begin the first weekend of March with tons of fun, food and family-friendly activities – have a good one, mama!

Emirates Airline Festival of Literature

We can’t be more excited as one of the biggest literature festivals in the UAE is here! Expect a fantastic cast of authors, writers and speakers from numerous countries who will cover a wide range of subjects, styles and genres. Kiddies and adults alike will have the chance to attend literary discussions, listen to readings, participate in workshops, and experience the exciting Fringe and children’s events. See you there!

When: Friday, 3 March – Saturday, 11 March.
Where: InterContinental Dubai Festival City, Dubai
How much: Prices available on Emirates Airline Festival of Literature website

Hamleys Junior Chef

Calling all mini chefs! Show off your cooking skills at the food festival at Hamleys The Dubai Mall & City Centre Mirdif by taking part in the foodie workshop and get a chance to win amazing prizes! Kiddies will be occupied with fun activities such as cupcake and cookie decoration, fun food games, face painting and much more!

When: Thursday, 2 March – Satuday, 4 March.
Where: The Dubai Mall & City Centre Mirdif , Dubai
How much: Free!

Street Nights Dubai 2017

Looking for something fun to do with the fam this weekend? What if we tell you that you can find local musicians, artists and food outlets all in one place at Street Nights 2017? With plenty on offer from street art, performances, graffiti, music and dance to the signature Night Bazaar, Street Nights is the perfect hang out spot for street food and art lovers from all around the world!

When: Satuday, 4 March – Sunday, 5 March
Where: Bay Avenue Business Bay, Dubai
How much: Free for all!

Fairy Tales on the River

Step into an enchanted world at Riverland Dubai with your family and friends for an unforgettable magical experience at Fairy Tales on the River. Unlock your kids imagination with interactive reading workshops and fairy tale acts that will immerse them in the magic of fairy tales. Happy reading!

When: Thursday, 2 March (3-8pm), Friday, 3 March – Saturday, 4 March (11am-7pm)
Where: Riverland, Dubai Parks & Resort, Dubai
How much: Free!

Family Daycation Brunch (Adults eat free!)

Hey kiddies – want to treat the adults to brunch and have a full-day of pool and kids club access? Hey parents – ever dreamt of a FREE brunch? Then head to the Daycation Brunch on to experience a brunch like no other! For only AED 95 little ones below the age of 12 will get to bring mama or papa along for free (psst… we all know who’s paying).

When: Friday, 3 March
Where: Lapita Hotel, Dubai Parks & Resorts, Dubai
How much: AED 95 – AED 195

Have a fab weekend, mama!