Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) 2025 enters August with a fresh calendar of events, dining deals, flash sales, and indoor entertainment, as the citywide festival continues through the summer.
Highlights this week include the launch of the 10 Dirham Dish campaign, the return of Modesh World, new retail promotions, and community fitness events.
Citywide sales continue
The Great Dubai Summer Sale (GDSS) runs until 10 August, offering discounts of up to 90% across more than 800 brands and 3,000 outlets. Shoppers can also enter the GDSS Shop, Scan and Win promotion for a chance to win Dhs 1 million or a new Nissan Patrol.
A one-day flash sale will take place at Dubai Hills Mall on 2 August, with up to 90% off at participating outlets.
New this week
10 Dirham Dish (1–31 August): Over 190 restaurants across Dubai are offering selected dishes for just Dhs 10, with no bookings or vouchers required.
Al Jaber Optical promotion (1–3 August): Customers can receive a second pair of glasses for free at participating stores.
Modesh World (2–28 August): Taking place at Dubai World Trade Centre, Modesh World features arcades, stage shows, carnival games, and more. Entry is Dhs 150 for children and Dhs 75 for adults, with discounts for Esaad and Al Saada cardholders. People of determination and their caregivers enter free.
Gahwa Beats (2 August): The next edition will be held at Sky Views Observatory. Tickets are Dhs 80 and include access to the observatory, Glass Walk and Slide, plus artisan coffee and live music.
Spacetoon Memories (2–3 August): Zabeel Theatre hosts a tribute concert celebrating 25 years of Spacetoon. Tickets start from Dhs 100.
Mall of the Emirates Run (3 August): A family-friendly indoor run in collaboration with Dubai Sports Council. Registration is open to all.
Dubai Sports World (3 August – 2 September): Returning for its 16th edition, the event turns DWTC into an indoor sports venue featuring football, cricket, tennis, and more.
Vonto Activation (5–11 August): Mirdif City Center will host exclusive product launches, live art, and complimentary customisation at the Main Galleria.
Ongoing family fun
DSS 2025 continues citywide until 31 August with offers such as the DSS Entertainer’s 7,500+ buy-one-get-one-free deals, kids-go-free promotions at hotels and attractions, and weekly events like the Bikeera Saturday Al Qudra Community Ride.
Families can also visit Modesh Splash Park at Dubai Festival City Mall, enjoy themed activities at Osteria Mario, or explore the Modesh Store. Special appearances by Modesh and Dana will take place throughout the month.
Big raffle prizes
DSS raffles are running until the end of August. The Dubai Shopping Malls Group is giving away nine new cars. Dubai Gold & Jewellery Group is awarding 30 gold bars to 30 winners, while Visa’s Jewellery Programme will reward 50 people with a share of Dhs 175,000 in vouchers.
Strategic support
Dubai Summer Surprises 2025 is supported by Key Sponsor Commercial Bank of Dubai, along with Strategic Partners including Emirates, ENOC, talabat, Majid Al Futtaim, AW Rostamani Group, and Merex Investment, among others.
tanvir@dubainewsweek.com
