UAE Resident Offers: Free Tickets, Deals & Things To Do Across the UAE (Updated August 2026)

There's a lot happening in the world right now, and I know many of us are feeling it deeply. My heart goes out to everyone affected. I hope you and your loved ones are safe, and I'm sending all the love and light I can from here. I put this together as a small reminder that good things are still happening around us, and good people are still showing up for this community. None of it is going anywhere. Whenever you're ready, it'll be here.

This is a regularly updated guide to UAE resident offers, free entry, and discounts across the UAE, including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and Ras Al Khaimah, covering attractions, dining, beach clubs, arts and culture, wellness, and more. Prices, dates, and availability change, so always confirm before heading out.

Last updated: August 2026.

A quick note: Always check directly with the venue, their website, or their socials before heading out, as offers and availability may change.

Tours & Experiences

Wander With Nada: Old Dubai Walking Tours

If there's one thing I'd ask you to do with your time off, it's this. Four immersive hours through the oldest, most storied parts of this city, and every single stop earns its place.

We begin at Al Shindagha, where I'll bring to life how Dubai was actually built: the ancient trade routes, the pearl diving economy, the way families lived in wind-tower houses, and the rich cultural codes that still quietly shape life here today. Then we glide across the magnificent Dubai Creek on traditional abra boats, with sweeping views of the old town skyline that most people never slow down enough to take in. On the other side, we're deep in the Spice Souk, sampling our way through centuries of flavour and learning which saffron is worth every fils and which is dyed fluff in a fancy bag. From there, the dazzling Gold Souk, where you'll walk away knowing exactly how gold is bought, sold, and valued in one of the world's great trading cities. We end at the Coffee Museum, where Emirati coffee culture comes alive over a cup, and then sit down together for a deeply traditional Emirati meal. Dishes steeped in history, eaten communally, and never rushed.

Max 12 people. No scripts, no flags, no one herding you past the good parts. Just the real, living story of this city, told by someone who has called it home for over 30 years.

Book your Old Dubai tour here

Attractions & Outdoors

Museum of the Future: Free Entry for Kids Under 12

Step into the future together. In celebration of the UAE Year of the Family, the Museum of the Future is offering complimentary entry for children under 12 with every paying adult. A shared adventure through time and space for the price of one.

Aquaventure World: Two Offers Running Now

Dubai's biggest waterpark has two offers worth knowing about:

• Buy One Get One Free on all Aquaventure World experiences. Bring a guest on you, slides and all.
• UAE Resident Rates: Up to 15% off the Waterpark Day Pass, and up to 15% off the Waterpark + Lost World Aquarium combo pass. Both discounts apply when you book online.

Snow Abu Dhabi: Summer Passes from AED 99

Real snow while it is scorching outside. Two limited-time Snow Abu Dhabi summer passes are running until 30 August 2026:

• Summer Pass, AED 99. One-time Snow Park entry with unlimited access to the signature rides, including the Polar Express Train, Crystal Carousel, and Bumper Tubes, plus complimentary fleece gloves and locker rental.
• Snow Premium, AED 199. Unlimited access to all nine signature rides and attractions, a meal at The Lodge Restaurant, a hot chocolate, waterproof gloves, and locker rental.

Museum of Candy Dubai: Two Offers Running Now

Two ways to visit right now:

• 40% off all tickets for both adults and children. Book online to get the discount.
• Wednesday Wonders: 20% off on Wednesdays, plus an exclusive ice cream flavour available that day only. Worth timing your visit around.

Burj Khalifa: 50% Off Silver (At the Top) Tickets for UAE Residents

Access to levels 124 and 125, the outdoor terrace, and panoramic views over Dubai for AED 99 instead of AED 199. Use promo code SAVE100 at checkout. Children under 3 free, under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Book at ticket.atthetop.ae.

Emaar: At the Top + Dubai Aquarium Package, AED 329

Burj Khalifa's At the Top (levels 124 and 125) combined with the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo, on the same day. Both at Dubai Mall, flexible duration. Emaar also has a number of other packages and offers on their website worth checking. Browse all offers here.

Sky Views Observatory + Glass Slide: AED 59 for UAE Residents

Sky Views Observatory and the Glass Slide for AED 59 for UAE residents (regular price AED 89 adult, AED 69 child). Use promo code SAVE30 at checkout on skyviewsdubai.com.

Also worth knowing: the Edge Walk (the hands-free walk that encircles the exterior of the Address Sky View tower, 219 metres up) is currently 40% off at AED 299, down from AED 499.

House of Hype, Dubai Mall: Tickets from AED 149

Twenty-five immersive worlds, live shows, and non-stop surprises at Dubai Mall. Three ticket options: General Admission at AED 149 per person (one ticket, unlimited access), the Family Pass at AED 449 for four (works out to AED 112 per person, better value for groups), or the Discover Pass at AED 225, which bundles House of Hype with AYA Universe for two full experiences on one ticket. Book at house-of-hype.com.

Beach, Pool & Staycations

Yas Island: Kids Go Free (Stay, Play and Dine)

Book a family stay on Yas Island and the kids come along for free. One child aged 11 or under stays, plays, and dines free for every paying adult, so two grown-ups can bring two little ones. That is a free place in your room, free unlimited access to the theme parks including Ferrari World, Warner Bros. World, SeaWorld, and Yas Waterworld, and free meals on the same hotel plan as you. It runs across all Yas Island hotels and selected Abu Dhabi city hotels. Book by 30 October, with stays until 31 October. Book at Yas Island.

Aura Skypool: Currently Closed for Renovation (Reopening 1 September)

Aura Skypool is closed for the summer. It will reopen on 1 September, renewed and reimagined. Worth bookmarking for when it's back.

Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort: Pool and Beach Day Pass, Fully Redeemable on F&B

AED 250 per person for pool and beach access, and you get the full amount back in food and beverage vouchers. So yes, entry is essentially free if you're eating. AED 100 for kids aged 6 to 12, and under 6 go free. Call +971 4 399 5555 to reserve.

Kaimana Beach Dubai: Free Sunbeds All Day, Monday to Friday

The Sunbed Society at Kaimana Beach is offering free sunbeds all day, every weekday. Just show up and claim your spot by the sea.

Nikki Beach Dubai: The Social Residency, Every Wednesday

Every Wednesday, Nikki Beach opens its doors to UAE residents for an all-day beach escape. Three drinks and a main dish for AED 175 per person, with a complimentary sunlounger included. Present one Emirates ID at reception and the offer covers your whole group. Children up to 12 are welcome at the beach for AED 75, covering a kids meal and a soft drink. A la carte menus are available alongside. Contact Nikki Beach directly to reserve.

Arts & Culture

Arte Museum Dubai: Summer Break Special (50% Off All Tickets)

A multi-sensory immersive art experience in Dubai, where large-scale digital artworks inspired by nature fill the space with light, sound, and custom-crafted scents. For summer, Arte has put every ticket at 50% off, adult and child. No codes, no conditions beyond the usual exclusions.

• Adult: AED 74.50 (regular price AED 149)
• Child: AED 39.50 (regular price AED 79)

The discount applies automatically online and at the venue. Excludes Senior, Family Bundle, and Student Group rates; cannot be combined with other offers. Visit dubai.artemuseum.com to book.

Also worth knowing: a 20 AED upgrade gets you into the Arte Tea Bar after your visit, with a full-sized latte or ice cream and access to the Dubai-themed interactive digital art table.

Abu Dhabi's Saadiyat Museums: Combo Passes

Saadiyat Island's cultural district just launched new Museums Passes (valid from March 1). Full breakdown of each museum, what to see, and how to plan your visit in the Saadiyat Cultural District guide.

• Louvre Abu Dhabi + Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi: AED 120 (valued at AED 140)
• Louvre Abu Dhabi + Zayed National Museum: AED 120 (valued at AED 140)
• All three museums: AED 170 (valued at AED 210)

Free entry for under 18s, senior residents (60+), and People of Determination + companion. Discounted tickets for UAE university students.

Louvre Abu Dhabi

30% Off General Admission for UAE Residents (August 1 to September 30)

From August 1 to September 30, UAE residents get 30% off general admission, which brings a ticket to around AED 49, and children stay free as always. Bring a valid Emirates ID to claim it, and you get the galleries, the exhibitions, the plaza under the great dome, and the café. Book online at louvreabudhabi.ae.

Free Guided Tours (until the end of August)

Louvre Abu Dhabi has brought back its complimentary guided tours until the end of August, free with your museum visit. Three to choose from, Tuesday to Sunday, each 45 minutes and capped at 25 spots, so it is worth arriving a little early:

• Discover Louvre Abu Dhabi. A walk through the essentials, daily at 10:30am and 12:30pm.
• New Highlights and Discoveries. The newest additions and hidden gems, daily at 2:30pm.
• Storytelling Tours. A themed tour at 4:30pm that changes by day: UAE Inspired on Tuesdays, Take Me to Asia on Wednesdays, Women in Art on Thursdays, Islamic Art Motifs on Fridays, and Animals in Art, one for families, on Saturdays and Sundays.

Free Art in Motion Film Screenings

Four Saturdays, four family favourites, each paired with the museum artwork that inspired it, living proof that art history and movie night have been the same thing all along. Free entry in the museum auditorium, 6PM, reservation required.

• 1 August: Wall-E (2008), inspired by Jean Tinguely's Press "Orange A+B"
• 8 August: Ratatouille (2007), inspired by the Still Life in a Pantry
• 15 August: Bambi (1942), inspired by the museum's August hunting tapestry
• 22 August: The Lion King (1994), inspired by the Monumental Lion

Check Louvre Abu Dhabi's website for full details and to reserve your free spot.

The Courtyard Playhouse: Free Comedy Nights

The Courtyard Playhouse in Al Quoz is the UAE's original improv and comedy theatre, and entry is free. Spontaneous, unscripted, genuinely funny. Not your uncle's WhatsApp forwards. Grab snacks from their snack bar and enjoy the show. Check their schedule for what's on.

Mohammed Bin Rashid Library: Free Kids' Summer Camp

The library's summer camp keeps children busy with themed workshops and hands-on activities, and most of it is free. It runs daily until 15 August, from 3pm to 9pm, for ages 5 to 12, with only a few premium activities charged at up to AED 40. A cool, calm way to spend a summer afternoon in Dubai. Register at Mohammed Bin Rashid Library.

Food & Drink

La Perle by Dragone: Two Offers Running Now

Two reasons to finally book La Perle, the UAE's only permanent aqua-theatre show at Al Habtoor City.

• Groups of 4 or more: Up to 20% off tickets when you book together under the Endless Wonders offer. The kind of show that works better with company anyway.
• A Night at La Perle: Tickets from AED 159, with a complimentary popcorn and 20% off dining at the European and Italian restaurants at Al Habtoor City. A full evening sorted in one booking.

Book at laperle.com.

Bakerist: 50% Off Dine-In and Delivery After 4pm

From 4pm onwards, everything is half price, whether you're eating in or ordering delivery. Bakery, bread, drinks, desserts. Available across all three branches: Dubai Hills, Bluewaters, and The Palm.

Eugene Eugene, Kempinski Mall of Emirates: Two or Three Courses from AED 105

The business lunch at Eugene Eugene now runs seven days a week. Two courses from AED 105, three courses from AED 125, available Monday to Sunday from 12pm to 4pm, either in the greenhouse or on the garden terrace. Seasonal, carefully sourced. Book directly with the restaurant.

The Guild, DIFC: 50% Off Breakfast Daily

Every day in the Salon at The Guild, breakfast is half price from 8am to 11:45am. ICD Brookfield Place, DIFC. Book at theguilddubai.com.

Wellness & Self-Care

SensAsia Spas: Two Offers Running Now

Two ways to save on your next massage:

• Annual Massage Sale: Up to 40% off select massages, back for a limited time. Terms and conditions apply, so check exact treatments and validity when you book.
• 20% Off Your First Massage: New clients get 20% off their first massage when they sign up for SensAsia's newsletter. Valid on massages 90 minutes or longer. Sign up on their website to claim the discount before booking.

Book via sensasiaspas.com.

Palm Jumeirah Mall: Free Wellness Sessions + Community Indoor Runs (August)

Palm Jumeirah Mall is running two things this summer worth knowing about. The free part: a weekly series of wellness sessions in collaboration with Lululemon and Fitness First, covering yoga, Pilates, Zumba, and Stick Mobility, open to all fitness levels. The paid part: community indoor runs on Sunday 23 August, with four distances from 1km to 10km, registration from 6am and race window 7-9am.

Free wellness session dates:

• 1 August: Yoga with Lululemon
• 8 August: Pilates with Fitness First
• 22 August: Yoga with Fitness First
• 29 August: Yoga with Lululemon

Check Palm Jumeirah Mall's social media for venue details and any registration requirements for the wellness sessions.

For Your Furry Ones

Sprouties: 10% Off for First-Time Cat Grass Buyers

If you've been meaning to try cat grass for your cat, Sprouties is offering 10% off for first-time buyers. Visit sprouties.ae for more info.

Dubai Summer Surprises 2026

Dubai Summer Surprises 2026 is now on, running from 2 July to 30 August. Over 1,000 brands are running discounts of up to 80% off across retail, dining, hotels, and attractions, with flash sales hitting up to 90% off until 2 August. Dining-wise, Summer Restaurant Week runs 13 July to 2 August, followed by the 10 Dirham Dish from 3 to 30 August. The Beat the Heat DXB concert series and mall takeovers are also part of the calendar.

Families: Modesh World is running throughout the summer at Sheikh Saeed Halls 1-3, Dubai World Trade Centre. Rides, games, live shows, workshops, character meet and greets, and food throughout the season. Entry is free, with rides charged separately. Follow @dubaifestivals and your favourite brands' social media accounts for the latest activations and flash sale timings.

Memberships & Passes

The Entertainer: One Heart Campaign

6 months of free membership with BOGO offers across dining, attractions, and wellness until September 2026. Some folks were quick to claim it on time. Find a friend who has.

Fazaa: Free Discount Membership for Resident Families

In cooperation with the Ministry of Family and in line with the UAE Year of the Family 2026, Fazaa is granting free discount memberships to resident families across the UAE. The membership covers discounts across a wide range of categories including dining, education, healthcare, retail, entertainment, and more. Register and view the full list of discounts here.

A big thank you to everyone who's been sending in tips and offers. So many of these made it onto this list because of you. Keep them coming. If you know of any others worth sharing, drop me a DM on @wanderwithnada. I'll keep updating this post as more come in.

Stay kind to yourselves and others. We'll get through this the way we always do, together.

Nada