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Ice Skating at Dubai Ice Rink
🧠 Fact: Olympic-size rink inside Dubai Mall with light shows and DJ sessions.
💡 Tip: Late-night sessions are the most fun.
Info: Dubai Ice Rink, situated on the ground floor of The Dubai Mall, is an Olympic-sized facility offering a variety of ice skating experiences for all ages and skill levels. Public skating sessions are available daily in 90-minute slots, with themed events like disco nights and snowfall sessions enhancing the experience. The rink provides skating aids such as penguins and snowmen for beginners, and skates and socks are included with admission. For those looking to improve their skills, the Skating Academy offers six-week courses starting from AED 750, catering to participants aged six and above. Private lessons and memberships are also available. Additional amenities include lockers, a snack bar, and a skate shop. For more information or to book sessions, visit the official website.
Ski Dubai
🧠 Fact: Giant indoor snow park with 5 ski slopes and penguin encounters.
💡 Tip: Don’t miss the Snow Bullet zipline over the slopes.
Info: Ski Dubai, located within the Mall of the Emirates, is the Middle East's first indoor ski resort, offering a unique alpine experience in the heart of the desert. Spanning 22,500 square meters, the facility maintains temperatures between -1°C to 2°C year-round and features five ski slopes of varying difficulty, including the world's first indoor black diamond run. Beyond skiing and snowboarding, visitors can enjoy the Snow Park with attractions like tobogganing, snow zorbing, and an ice cave. The resort also houses a colony of King and Gentoo penguins, offering interactive encounters. Recognized globally, Ski Dubai has been named the 'World’s Best Indoor Ski Resort' multiple times, reflecting its commitment to excellence and innovation. Whether you're a seasoned skier or a family seeking snowy fun, Ski Dubai provides an unforgettable winter adventure in Dubai.
Snow Cinema at Ski Dubai
🧠 Fact: Watch blockbusters in sub-zero temps with blankets and hot chocolate.
💡 Tip: Book VIP seats — bean bags and personal heaters.
Info: Snow Cinema at Ski Dubai was a unique indoor movie experience, allowing guests to watch films amidst real snow at the Mall of the Emirates. Launched in 2020 in collaboration with VOX Cinemas, it offered cozy seating, heaters, and provided rental winter clothing, blankets, and wireless headphones. Moviegoers enjoyed hot chocolate and popcorn, with options to order additional food. Despite its popularity, Snow Cinema permanently closed in November 2023, concluding its three-year run as the region's first cinema in the snow.