November in the UAE is shaping up to be one action-packed event at the country's best theme parks, and it transforms every weekend into an adventure, bringing families, friends, and adventure seekers together. As cold weather approaches, park attractions Ferrari World, Warner Bros. World, and Global Village usher in seasonal activities and special events like superhero weekends, Diwali celebrations, and other festivals. Max out your weekends in November with this guide that highlights the best theme parks, event highlights, and essentials about each destination.
1. Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
● Event: Turbo Thursdays
On Thursdays, Ferrari World keeps adrenaline pumping by staying open late at night. With rides such as Formula Rossa and Flying Aces, it remains open until nighttime. You will get live DJ sets and special performances, as well as night-specific menu items.
● Top Attractions: Get to the fastest roller coaster in the world, and you also get behind-the-scenes chances to meet the Ferrari engineers.
● Tips: Book your tickets online and save, and arrive at the venue early to avoid queueing in the evening.
● Date: Thursdays
● Time: 12:00 pm to 10:00 pm
● Location: Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
● Ticket Price: AED 295
2. IMG Worlds of Adventure, Dubai
● Spooky November Nights
IMG hosts haunting mazes, costumed characters, and spooktacular food choices in Halloween, and visitors can enter spooky zones and view horror-themed shows. Good for adrenaline junkies.
● Top Attractions: Maze of haunted hotel, Marvel superheroes area, Cartoon Network characters.
● Tips: Dress up in costumes for a better experience, and come to the park early in the evening when the spooky spirit is at play.
● Timings: Thursdays to Saturdays, 12:00 pm - 12:00 am
● Location: Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, Dubai
● Ticket Price: General admission ticket is for AED 345
3. Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi
● Event: DC Superheroes Weekend
This is a fantastic platform to step into the world of superheroes at Warner Bros. World. Get up close with Batman, Wonder Woman, and Superman and participate in the weekend costume competition in your favorite superhero get-up.
● Top attractions: Metropolis and Gotham City sections, Justice League live performances, and Special Effects shows.
● Tips: First thing in the park with your camera to beat lines into meet-and-greets at every turn.
● Timings: Fri, Sat, 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
● Location: Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
● Ticket Price: AED 310
4. Aquaventure Waterpark, Dubai
● Event: Family Splash Sundays
Aquaventure Waterpark is specially designed for family-friendly fun with water slides, lazy rivers, and different fun games and races, so all are invited. The park has a point raised on the safety side during this event, so it's good for families with young kids as well.
● Top Attractions: Poseidon's Revenge, Leap of Faith slide, and Splasher's Kid's Play Area.
● Tips: Water shoes are a must, as the ground can burn you. Arrive early to avoid the long queues at most of the water park rides.
● Timing: Sundays 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
● Location: Atlantis The Palm, Dubai
● Ticket Price: AED 299
5. Motiongate Dubai
● Event: Hollywood Nights
Movie enthusiasts can catch some of Hollywood's most iconic animations and characters from Shrek, Kung Fu Panda, and Madagascar shown outdoors in the open with Hollywood Nights. Themed activities and trivia nights on Hollywood's greatest hits are also conducted inside the park.
● Top Attractions: DreamWorks Zone, Lionsgate Zone, and film replica roller coasters.
● Tips: Pack a picnic blanket for outdoor movie screen cuts, and if there's still time to utilize your stay, consider getting a FastPass for a better ride experience.
● Fridays, 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm
● Dubai Parks and Resorts, Dubai
● Ticket Rate: AED 275
6. Yas Waterworld, Abu Dhabi
● Ladies Night
At this particular time, the event is strictly female-only, with live DJ music, water stunts, and all the rides manned by an all-female crew.
● Dawwama is the world's largest six-person tornado water coaster and Bandit Bomber must-ride attractions.
● Tips: Be ready with a waterproof bag with valuables. Plan a trip with friends for an exciting evening.
● Dates: Thursdays 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
● Location: Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
● Ticket Price: AED 250
7. Legoland Dubai
● Event: Bricktacular Fireworks Night
Every Saturday night, experience fireworks with a touch of Lego! There are building activities and kids' zones for creating masterpieces out of Lego bricks on the go.
● Kingdoms, Miniland, and Adventure zones.
● Tips: Arrive early to experience the park and sit nicely at Miniland to witness fireworks amazingly
● Timing: Saturdays, 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
● Location: Dubai Parks and Resorts, Dubai
● Ticket Price: AED 275
8. Ski Dubai, Mall of the Emirates
● Event: SnowFest Weekends
Get a sneak peek into winter with SnowFest, which includes snowman-building contests, snowball fights, and other activities for all ages.
● Highlights: Ski slopes, penguin encounters, and a snow park with numerous games for winter.
● Tips: Do not forget to wear warm clothing. Enjoy penguin encounters.
● Timing: Fridays and Saturdays, 9:00 am - 12:00 am
● Location: Mall of the Emirates, Dubai
● Ticket Price: AED 190 for Snow Park Access
9. Global Village Dubai
● Event: Cultural Night Extravaganza
Global Village holds nightly cultural presentations with artists from different parts of the world and shopping and dining options.
● Attractions: The national pavilions, street food vendors, and the largest shopping festival in the world.
● Tips: Download the Global Village app for a map and show schedule, and bring cash for easier transactions at smaller stalls.
● Timings: Open daily, 4:00 pm - 12:00 am
● Location: Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, Dubai
● Ticket Price: AED 20
Late-night rides, splash family days, cultural nights, and superhero encounters may be a few of the things that theme parks could offer to almost every interest and age. But with CollectYourTicket, you can experience the same excitement in booking your tickets for these amazing theme park events by simply clicking your mouse. You can view available events, explore ticket options, and book your entry on this easy online platform. From there, you can then select your favorite theme park and event, then date, and complete a secure checkout on site. With CollectYourTicket, avoid long waiting times in the queue to get your tickets and get straight to the fun. This is the best way to plan a hassle-free day out at the UAE's top attractions.
So, grab your tickets and get ready to plunge into unforgettable adventures with these November's top theme park events happening in the UAE.
