Ultimate DSS 2025 Deals: Shop Smart, Splash Big & Win More
Saturday, 12 July 2025
Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) 2025 is back with a bang! Running for 66 days, this annual mega event transforms the city into a wonderland of unbeatable deals, exciting entertainment, and thrilling raffles. Whether you’re a deal-hunter, foodie, fashion lover, or family on vacation, DSS 2025 offers something for everyone—if you know where to look.
Here’s your ultimate guide to scoring the best hacks and top deals during Dubai Summer Surprises 2025.
Table of Contents
- DSS 2025 Shopping Periods You Can’t Miss
- Win Big While You Shop
- Other Crazy-Rewarding Promotions
- Top DSS 2025 Events & Experiences
- Eat More, Spend Less
- Stay Cool with DSS Hotel Deals
- DSS Family-Friendly Attractions
- Kid-Friendly Fun at Mercato Mall
- DSS 2025 Hacks to Maximise Your Visit
- Final Word: Why DSS 2025 Is the Smartest Time to Visit Dubai
- Frequently asked questions
DSS 2025 Shopping Periods You Can’t Miss
The season is divided into three major sale phases:
- Summer Holiday Offers: June 27 – July 17
- Great Dubai Summer Sale: July 18 – August 10
- Back to School Deals: August 11 – August 31
These phases bring exclusive promotions, timed flash sales, and bundled offers across malls, department stores, and boutiques.
Win Big While You Shop
Lucky Receipt Promotion
Spend Dhs300 or more at brands like Odora, Sharaf DG, EMAX, Flormar, and more to enter the daily prize draw. You could win:
Apple Watches
E-scooters
Samsung 55” TVs
SHARE Millionaire
Shop at Mall of the Emirates or City Centre malls (Deira, Mirdif, Me’aisem), and every Dhs300 spent gives you a chance to win 1 million SHARE points. Four winners will be crowned during DSS.
Car Raffle Bonanza
Spend Dhs200 at participating malls to enter the draw for a brand-new Nissan Magnite SUV—with 9 cars being given away!
Jewelry Jackpot
Spend Dhs1,000 or more at participating jewellers and win a 12g gold bar in a raffle.
Use your Visa card and spend Dhs500+ at select stores to enter a separate draw for jewellery vouchers worth Dhs175,000. 50 winners will receive Dhs3,500 each!
Other Crazy-Rewarding Promotions
- Dubai Outlet Mall: Spend Dhs200 and enter to win a Soueast SO6 SUV.
- Tickit Rewards: Link your card and shop at Roxy Cinemas, City Walk, Virgin Megastore, etc. Five members will win Dhs10,000 in Tickit points.
- Mercato & Town Centre Jumeirah: Every Dhs200 spent earns you a raffle ticket for weekly Dhs10,000 cash draws and a chance to win a Jetour T1 SUV.
Top DSS 2025 Events & Experiences
- The Messi Experience: Explore the life of Lionel Messi in an immersive exhibition at Dubai Festival City Mall with nine themed zones, games, and photo ops.
- Beat The Heat DXB Concerts: From July 4 to July 13, catch Arabic rap, indie, and pop stars like Sharmoofers, Aziz Maraka, Ghaliaa and more at Dubai World Trade Centre (Zabeel Hall 6).
From Dhs105 - Modhesh Splash Park: Cool down at Bay Avenue with slides, splash zones, and water fun for kids—open daily until August 31.
Eat More, Spend Less
Summer Restaurant Week
From July 4–13, enjoy:
- 2-course lunches for Dhs95
- 3-course dinners for Dhs150
At 50+ top restaurants across the city.
10 Dirham Dish
Throughout August, selected eateries will serve signature dishes for just Dhs10. Unmissable for foodies!
Stay Cool with DSS Hotel Deals
- ME by Meliá: Enjoy 20% off luxury stays during DSS.
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Waterfront: Stay for 24 hours, check in anytime, and enjoy free meals for kids under 12.
DSS Family-Friendly Attractions
- LEGOLAND® Summer Splash Fest: Water games, bubble zones, live shows, DJ parties, and LEGO character meet-and-greets.
- Wild Wadi Waterpark: All-day access for Dhs169.
- Dubai Crocodile Park: Kids enter free this summer.
- The Green Planet: Indoor rainforest access for Dhs139 (UAE residents).
- Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding: 20% off public programmes.
- Dubai Festival City Mall: Spend Dhs300 to enter a draw for the Polestar 4 electric car.
- Jurassic Park Experience at Mall of the Emirates: Snap dino selfies and visit a themed café with fossilized nachos!
Kid-Friendly Fun at Mercato Mall
Enjoy:
- Free circus and magic shows
- Giant summer slide
- Workshops and roaming entertainers
- Plus, double raffle entries until August 31!
DSS 2025 Hacks to Maximise Your Visit
- Shop Early: Hot deals go fast during each sale phase.
- Bundle Offers: Look out for combo promotions at malls and outlets.
- Link Loyalty Apps: Register with SHARE, Tickit, and mall loyalty programs to collect more rewards.
- Book Events Early: Tickets to concerts, dining weeks, and immersive experiences can sell out.
- Track Sales on Dubai Calendar or MyDSS.ae: Get daily deal updates, event alerts, and raffle info.
Final Word: Why DSS 2025 Is the Smartest Time to Visit Dubai
Dubai Summer Surprises isn’t just a shopping festival—it’s an all-in-one experience where you can:
- Snag luxury stays for less
- Dine in top restaurants on a budget
- Win life-changing prizes
- And enjoy world-class entertainment
All while staying cool indoors.
Ready to shop smart and splash big this summer? Start planning your DSS 2025 experience now!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS)?
Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) is an annual summer festival featuring 66 days of mega shopping deals, family-friendly entertainment, concerts, giveaways, and city-wide discounts across malls, hotels, restaurants, and attractions.
When is DSS 2025 happening?
DSS 2025 runs from Friday, June 27 to Sunday, August 31, with three major sale phases:
- Summer Holiday Offers: June 27 – July 17
- Great Dubai Summer Sale: July 18 – August 10
- Back to School Sale: August 11 – August 31
What kind of prizes can I win during DSS 2025?
Shoppers can win amazing prizes like:
- Cars (Nissan Magnite, Polestar 4, Jetour T1, Soueast SO6)
- 1 million SHARE points
- Gold bars and jewellery vouchers
- Electronics (TVs, smartwatches, e-scooters)
- Cash prizes up to Dhs10,000
What are the best events to attend during DSS 2025?
Top DSS 2025 events include:
- The Messi Experience at Dubai Festival City Mall
- Beat The Heat DXB concert series at DWTC
- Modhesh Splash Park and LEGOLAND Summer Splash Fest
- Jurassic Park zone at Mall of the Emirates
- Summer Restaurant Week (July 4–13)
How can I increase my chances of winning DSS raffles?
To boost your odds:
- Spend strategically at participating malls or retailers (min. Dhs200–300)
- Use loyalty apps like SHARE or Tickit
- Validate receipts at customer service counters
- Use Visa cards at select outlets for jewellery raffles
- Shop early in the sale periods to beat the rush
