Staying in Dubai this summer? If you’re looking for things to do in Dubai with the kids this summer, with schools out and temperatures climbing, there’s no shortage of ways to keep the kids entertained indoors. Here’s a guide to some of the city’s best indoor adventures, cooking workshops, family experiences and summer camps to inspire your next family outing.
Activities & Family Days Out
1. Step into a world of illusions at the Museum of Illusions
Challenge the whole family’s senses at the Museum of Illusions, home to mind-bending exhibits and interactive experiences including the Tilted Room and the Vortex Tunnel. Combining entertainment with education, it’s an indoor attraction that’s fun for both kids and adults. Tickets start from AED 90 per person.
Location: Museum of Illusions, Souk Al Seef
2. Lace up for Palm Jumeirah Mall’s Indoor Run
Bring the family together for Palm Jumeirah Mall‘s Indoor Run on 23 August, where participants of all ages can choose from a range of race distances and get the chance to win prizes and vouchers from participating partners.
Location: Palm Jumeirah Mall
Registration: Registration link
3. Take on obstacle courses and gaming challenges at Zamania by Leo & Loona
Swap the usual day out for giant slides, trampolines, Ninja Warrior-style obstacle courses, interactive gaming, racing simulators and more at Zamania, Ibn Battuta Mall’s newest indoor entertainment destination. Designed for pre-teens, teenagers and families, it also features a dedicated toddler zone, making it a great day out for all ages.
Location: Zamania by Leo & Loona, China Court Ibn Battuta Mall
4. Put your teamwork to the test at GAME OVER Escape Rooms
Step into movie-quality escape rooms inspired by Alice in Wonderland, the Philosopher’s Stone and other immersive adventures, where you’ll work together to solve puzzles before time runs out. Groups of 5–7 players can enjoy 25% off on Monday to Friday with the promo code GOWO2026, valid on online bookings only.
Location: Game Over, Palm Jumeirah Mall
5. Level up the fun at Fun City
Challenge the kids to a day of arcade games, rides and interactive play at Fun City. Choose between an 80-play package for AED 360 or a 106-play package for AED 450, offering hours of indoor entertainment for the whole family.
Location: Fun City, Ibn Battuta Mall
6. Let the kids play while you enjoy a meal at Ribambelle
Enjoy a family meal at Ribambelle while the kids stay entertained in a dedicated play area or take part in a variety of activities, including arts and crafts, cooking classes and interactive workshops.
Location: Ribambelle, Bluewaters
7. Enjoy a playdate at Orange Wheels
The Wheely Summer Special, available Monday to Friday, includes two hours of Stay & Play for AED 49 per child in an interactive indoor edutainment space where kids can explore, create and play while parents unwind at the café.
Location: Orange Wheels, Palm Jumeirah Mall
8. Relax while the kids play at Gigi Circus
Let the kids enjoy trampolines, water games and interactive activities at Gigi Circus while you relax at Gigi Rigolatto. Throughout July, entry is complimentary, with an optional lunch package available for AED 100 per child.
Location: Gigi Circus, J1 Beach
9. Keep the kids entertained while you shop at Dragon Mart
Need to tick off your shopping list? Drop the kids off at Wen Kids City, where they can climb, slide and play in a safe indoor soft play environment while you make the most of your visit to Dragon Mart. Entry starts from AED 30 for a full-day pass, with a one-month pass available for AED 150.
Location: Wen Kids City, Dragon Mart
10. Turn family mealtimes into a treat at The Beach, JBR
Head to The Beach, JBR for family dining offers this summer. Enjoy a free kids’ meal with every adult meal at Babushka, Catch22, Common Grounds, Rosa’s Thai, SushiArt and Vinci Ristorante. At Alien Burger, every kids’ meal also comes with a complimentary soft serve. PappaRoti is offering a free scoop of ice cream with selected desserts and drinks, while Pinkberry has a Buy 3, Get 1 Free offer on Mini and Small frozen yoghurt cups.
Location: The Beach, JBR
Cooking Workshops for Young Chefs
1. Master Italian classics at Eataly
Let young chefs discover the joy of Italian cooking with Eataly’s hands-on Pizza-Making and Brownie-Making Workshops, running on alternate Sundays from July to November. Priced at AED 130 per child, each workshop includes a chef’s hat, apron and a Polaroid photo with parents to take home as a keepsake.
Location: Eataly, The Beach, JBR
2. Become a little chef at Orange Wheels
Let young chefs roll up their sleeves with Orange Wheels’ Lil Chef workshops, where they can make pizzas, prepare pasta salads, and decorate doughnuts and cupcakes. Kids can also enjoy the Summer Stay & Play Offer, with 2 hours of Stay & Play for AED 79 until 28 August.
Location: Orange Wheels, Circle Mall
3. Learn to make fresh pasta at Piccoli Play Area
Try a hands-on pasta-making workshop at Piccoli Play Area, where children aged 5–10 years can learn to make fresh pasta from scratch using traditional Italian techniques. Sessions run daily from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and advance booking is required.
Location: Piccoli Play Area, Al Khawaneej Walk
Summer Camps
1. Jump into summer fun at Sky Zone
Looking for an active day indoors? Sky Zone offers both free play and a Summer Camp packed with games, activities and two hours of free jumping. Sessions start from AED 169.
Location: Sky Zone, Ibn Battuta Mall
2. Learn, play and grow at Kids Unlimited
Keep the kids active throughout the holidays with a Summer Camp combining gymnastics, CrossFit, arts and crafts, reading, balloon twisting and face painting, offering a balanced mix of movement, creativity and fun.
Location: Kids Unlimited, Jumeirah Park
3. Build confidence through music and dance at Melodica
Help the kids discover a love for music, dance and the performing arts through Melodica’s Summer Camp, designed to build confidence while developing new skills in a fun and engaging environment.
Location: Melodica, Circle Mall
4. Mix martial arts, games and creativity at Lead Academy
A dynamic Summer Camp for children aged 4–12 years featuring martial arts, fitness sessions, interactive games, arts and crafts, and team-building activities.
Location: Lead Academy, Shurooq Community Centre
5. Learn through play at The Zone
Keep the kids engaged with a Summer Camp packed with active play, science experiments, arts and crafts, cooking sessions and group activities. Open to children aged 3–10 years and priced at AED 110, every participant also receives a surprise goody bag and a participation certificate to take home.
Location: The Zone, Circle Mall
6. Learn, create and play at Fun and Play Daycare
Children aged 2 years and above can enjoy an exciting Summer Camp at Fun and Play Daycare, featuring creative activities, sensory play, arts and crafts, science experiments, games and water play in a safe and engaging indoor environment.
Location: Fun and Play Daycare, JBR
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