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The Messi Experience
Discover The Messi Experience at Dubai Festival City Mall, a limited-time immersive journey through the life of football icon Leo Messi. Spanning nine themed zones and 2,500sqm, the experience blends interactive games, storytelling and tech-powered displays to showcase Messi’s rise from Rosario to global stardom. With fan zones, merch and themed dining, it’s a must-visit for fans of all ages.
Pac-Man Live Experience
Active Games in Al Quoz has boldly reimagined a childhood classic, inviting visitors to become Pac-Man. Step into a full-sized, glowing maze, chase high scores, dodge digital ghosts and power up with real-life pellets – all while being wrapped in stunning projections and retro neon visuals. The Pac-Man Live Experience isn’t just a game but a nostalgic adventure with a high-tech twist. This real-life version of an iconic experience transforms you into the main character within this living, glowing, interactive Pac-Man universe.
BusTronomy
BusTronomy isn’t just a moving restaurant, it’s a sensory journey across Dubai. With its glass-domed rooftop, elegant interiors and curated routes past the city’s most iconic landmarks, the experience offers a mix of sightseeing and fine dining. Whether you’re indulging in a morning brunch, leisurely afternoon tea or five-course dinner under the stars, each trip is elevated by chef-crafted menus and multilingual audio stories that connect you to the city’s past and present. From intimate gatherings to private celebrations, BusTronomy transforms every meal into a moment to remember, where the view changes with every bite, and the road becomes part of the story.
The City Gaming Center
Discover cutting-edge virtual reality experiences, play your favourite titles, hang out with friends and feel the thrill of competition at The City Gaming Center. The venue’s crown jewel titles are VR Empire World, where you battle ancient forces and try to prevent a nuclear winter, and VR Arena, where you can fight tooth-and-nail alongside your team on a virtual battleground. Located in Al Quoz, the next-generation entertainment concept (originally from Washington D.C.) is a must-visit spot for avid gamers.
House of Hype
House of Hype blends entertainment, gaming, fashion and food into one epic experience. Located in Dubai Mall Chinatown, this attraction promises over 100 experiences aimed at families, thrill-seekers and creators. Expect crazy fun at the digital destination which features 50 gaming experiences, 18 immersive worlds, 55 content creator stages, 14 distinct shopping destinations and six dining venues. As you explore, you might stumble across hidden rooms behind secret doors or even spontaneous shows by eccentric characters, keeping the excitement quotient high
Swingers Crazy Golf
Swingers Crazy Golf is an immersive experience is located right next to Ain Dubai on Bluewaters Island. There are three nine-hole mini golf courses inside this 22,000sqft venue that you can choose from – Hot Air Balloon, Waterwheel and Clocktower – each built with distinct and intricate layouts featuring loops, bumps and even moving obstacles, ensuring a fun time during every visit. A round of golf is priced at AED80 per person and takes about 30-40 minutes to complete.
Boo Boo Laand
Spanning 25,000sqft in Dubai Mall, Boo Boo Laand is a play area spread across 30 exciting zones filled with adventure and magical experiences for your children. From the whimsical princess area to the action-packed football arena and creative robot art zone, there’s something for every child’s interest. Mums can let babies explore the sensory-filled little crawlers section while grabbing a quick bite at More Café. The play area also includes a grocery zone, a farm where children can milk a life-like cow, a mini chef’s kitchen, a snow park and many more fun and educational experiences.
Five Iron Golf Dubai
Get ready to hit a hole-in-one without breaking a sweat at Five Iron Golf Dubai. The state-of-the-art indoor sports and entertainment arena spans over 32,000sqft and is the largest Five Iron in the world, with 17 simulators powered by Trackman technology. Each bay can accommodate a maximum of six players of all abilities, from beginners to pros. Other attractions include a nine-hole mini golf course, an indoor putting green, augmented reality darts and numerous table games. Want to stay fuelled for hours of fun? Grab a spot at the restaurant to savour delectable bites by an award-winning chef.
Activate
Test your mental and physical agility at this fun-filled attraction in City Centre Mirdif. The experience combines high-tech gaming with physical activity, and features more than 50 challenges including the TikTok sensation Mega Grid. There are 10 levels, from easy to extreme, and you can either collaborate with your fellow players or compete against them. See how far you can climb the scoreboard!
Chaos Karts
Chaos Karts offers an elevated go-karting experience which combines traditional gaming with high-tech visual and sound effects to make you feel like you’re zipping down the streets of Dubai. This immersive attraction is located in Al Quoz and welcomes everyone aged nine and above. Put your helmets on and zoom around their state-of-the-art circuits, which use digital projections paired with augmented reality. There are six tracks to choose from – including an Arabian desert adventure and an out-of-this-world cosmos course – with each turn lasting 20 minutes.
