Father's Day in Dubai 2025: Deals and where to celebrate
Father's Day in the UAE is celebrated on Saturday, June 21, so if it's totally slipped your mind and now you're frantically searching for something to do while scribbling your name on a card, don't worry, we've got you.
Father's Day itself is celebrated on different dates around the world, so you can make the most of a selection of events spanning until Saturday June 21. UK and US Father's Day falls first on Sunday, June 15, followed by UAE Father's Day on Saturday June 21.
From a hearty roast dinner to watching the footie, here are all the best things to do for Father's Day in Dubai.
Where to celebrate Father's Day in Dubai
Book a Father's Day roast
Credit: Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort and Marina
The roast by Bubbalicious at Mina's Kitchen is hosting a Father's Day special on Sunday June 15, where you can enjoy live music, kids' entertainment and the chance to win some dad-approved prizes.
Paired with all the trimmings and free-flowing drinks, dads can even pair up with their little ones to enter some fun games throughout the afternoon.
Dhs450 (bubbly), Dhs350 (house), Dhs295 (soft), Dhs175 (kids aged 6-12). Sun Jun 15, 1pm-4pm. Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina , sevenrooms.com (04 511 7373).
Dig into brunch at City Social
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Spend your Sunday afternoon at the sky-high restaurant, where you and Dad can tuck into a curated menu by chef Jason Atherton.
Kicking of with the likes of fish and chips, you can clear the plates of oak smoked burrata and salmon ceviche before digging into mains including a crispy confit lamb shoulder or a prime cut of beef with all the trimmings.
Finishing with a trio of desserts (sticky toffee pudding included), you won't be leaving hungry that's for sure.
Dhs350 (soft), Dhs450 (house), Dhs750 (bubbly), Dhs150 (kids aged 4-12). Sun Jun 15, 1pm-5pm. Grosvenor House Dubai, citysocialdubai.com (04 402 2222).
Enjoy free appetisers at Level 19 Lounge and Bar
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Take your Dad out for a special Father's Day meal and treat him to a complimentary hot appetiser, as long as he can show a photo of himself with his kids.
From golden scallops to wild mushroom and truffle arancini or a chicken shish kebab, the free dish will start the meal off on a great note.
Available on min spend of Dhs75. June 13-15, 20-22, 6pm-3am. Park Regis Kris Kin Hotel, Bur Dubai, parkregiskriskin.ae (050 707 1196).
Get a free pint at The Nine
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The brasserie is offering a free pint of house hops to any dad who chooses to dine-in with his children on Sunday June 15.
On the menu for the day will be some classic Sunday dishes, from a signature beef Wellington to a roast dinner and even the option of free-flowing drinks for two hours from Dhs199.
Sun Jun 15, 12.30pm-4pm. Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk, Wafi, sofitel-dubai-theobelisk.com (04 281 4111).
Have a round at Topgolf
TopGolf will be celebrating Father's Day in Dubai (Credit: Supplied)
Fun for all the family, take your dad for a few swings in one of the air-conditioned golf bays. Let him practice his best shot while the little ones burn off some steam in the arcade, before all sitting down for some all-American snacks — think burgers, fries, the lot.
Now ready for the summer season, the attraction at Emirates Golf Club has shaded units and chilled bays to make sure it's an enjoyable outing.
Prices vary. Open Mon-Fri, 10am-2am, Sat-Sun 9am-2am. Emirates Golf Club, topgolfdubai.ae (04 371 9999).
Sip Dhs19 hops
Spend the day at the Souk Madinat bar, where you can enjoy pints of hops for Dhs19 all-day long.
If you get peckish, opt in for the signature Sunday roast and even enjoy a spot of live music on the side.
From Dhs19. Sun Jun 15, 10am-3am. Souk Madinat, mezzaninedubai.com (058 599 4659).
Try a Viva staycation
For a change of scene (and a discount), book a staycay for Father's Day and you'll not only receive ten percent off, but you'll even get two free tickets to one of the Emaar attractions.
From Dubai Ice Rink to the Storm Coaster, your weekend will be most definitely fun-filled.
Until Sept 30. Vida Hotels and Resorts, vida-hotels.com.
Try a father and son lunch
To celebrate Father's Day, Bull & Bear has partnered up with grooming lounge 1847 to create the perfect gentleman's experience.
On Sunday June 15 and Saturday June 21, father's dining for lunch will receive a complimentary shoulder massage at the exclusive 1847 pop-up between courses, as well as enjoying some of the restaurant's signature dishes.
Sun Jun 15-21, 1pm-3pm. Bull & Bear, DIFC, bullandbeardifc.com (04 515 9888).
Tuck into free tacos at Chalco's Cantina
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Dad's can enjoy a free portion of tacos when your group orders more than two main courses.
Pair it with a handcrafted mixed drinks and you've got yourself a Father's Day fiesta.
June 15 and 21, 11am-1am. Chalco's Cantina, Marina Gate 2, Dubai Marina, chalscoscantina.ae (052 112 8923).
Visit The Restaurant
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Take dear old Dad for a specially-curated three-course dinner, which will include everything from Wagyu beef to hops and grape pairings while you look out from one of the most central spots in the city.
Dhs450 per person. Sat Jun 21, from 6.30pm. Address Downtown, Downtown Dubai, addresshotels.com (04 436 8888).
Try free pints (and footy) at The Coterie
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All dads dining with their kiddos (no matter how old) will receive a free pint of hops, as well as an hour at Precision Football's Tech Centre to really kick off Father's Day.
Available for two weeks, you can redeem the football voucher between Sunday June 15 and Monday June 30.
Sun Jun 15, 8am-2am. Ibn Battuta Mall, coteriegroup.com (04 570 8072).
Get 30 percent off at Jones the Grocer
(Credit: Jones the Grocer The Palm)
Dads can redeem up to 30 percent off the à la carte menu at the popular Palm Jumeirah restaurant on Sunday June 21.
All you have to do is bring your mini-mes and the discount is yours.
Sat Jun 21. 7.30am-1am. Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah, West Beach, jonesthegrocer.com (052 527 1750).
Watch the FIFA Club World Cup
Credit: Garden on 8
From Sunday June 15 to Sunday July 13, garden on 8 in Media City will be transforming into a fanzone, so you and your dad can watch your team and enjoy some special matchday offers.
From discounted hops and burgers to giant inflatable footballs, you're guaranteed a good time (whether you win or not).
Sun Jun 15 to Sun July 13. Media One, Media City, @gardenon8dxb (052 144 7438).
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