Your boys and girls are in for some serious fun… The winter holidays are just around the corner and we’ve rounded up some great camps to keep your youngsters engaged. From animal encounters to Ninja fun, there’s something for every little camper! 1. Multi-Activity Camp at Green Grass Nursery Join a hands-on winter camp based Read more
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas… It’s official – the season is upon us! And if you haven’t already done so, it’s time to dig out those reindeer ears and elf hats and get ready for some jolly fun! We’re talking fun fairs, Santa meet & greets, snow parks and so much more! Read more
From beaches to parks, it’s a smorgasbord of picnic spots… We are absolutely LOVING the weather right now. So this week, we’re getting out the family mat, packing ourselves some sandwiches and juices and heading outdoors for a perfect family picnic 1. The Ripe Market at Police Academy Park Spend your weekends outdoors and enjoy Read more
It may not be snowing but winter is here… If you’ve been sceptic every time someone’s told you how ah-mazing the weather is getting, it’s time to lower that disbelieving eyebrow, strap on your shoes or sandals and head outside. 1. Have a ride around JBR Take your family out for an unforgettable ride around Read more
So what should we do this weekend? With the weather cooling down, the city has been buzzing with the re-launch of some of our family favourites. So whether you’re looking to plop down for a casual family movie night under the stars or up for some carnival thrills, there’s plenty to do with the whole Read more
Get your boys and girls’ creative juices flowing at the Middle East’s largest creative festival… Dubai Design Week is back in town this month and will take place over at d3 on November 11th-16th. The 6-day event is the place to be for fans of architecture, product design, interiors, multimedia and graphic design – and Read more
Ready to have a frightfully fantastic time? Whether it’s your inner vampire, werewolf, witch or even unicorn you’re letting out this Halloween, the city is packed full of spooktacular fun for the whole family! Join a Halloween parade, brave a haunted ship, strap on some sneakers for a Halloween Fun Run, or make it a Read more
The Dubai Fitness Challenge is back in full swing… And the whole city can take part in a plethora of fitness activities around town where mom, dad and even the young ones can walk, run, jump and bust a move to a healthier month ahead. Check out our picks below of some of the events Read more
A great little family saver… Let’s be real here. The autumn months can take a bit of a toll on our wallets and it doesn’t get any better as we move into the festive season. So since every little helps, we have teamed up with babystore.ae and they are giving you a 15% discount across Read more
From sensory play to theme park fun, your littles are spoilt for choice… Whether you’re looking to join an activity to grow your child’s development or just want some plain ‘ole fun, these are our top 10 picks of some fun-tastic things to do with the tiniest members of your family. 1. Learn about science Read more
Who says you can’t have fun brunchin’ with the kids? Brunching season is back and we are being spoilt for choice! The bonus? Your kids are absolutely invited along to one of Dubai’s favourite pastimes – check out some of our top picks below. 1. QE2 Friday Brunch Enjoy a family-friendly brunch set against the Read more
Colourful waterfall, mesmerising light shows and more… HURRAH! The weather is finally starting to cool down. That means more of us are slowly but surely ready to explore things to do outdoors – well, at least after the sun sets. 1. Experience a spectacular 3D light show Head to DFC for an immersive show combining Read more
Explore a vortex tunnel or take a walk through history… It is pretty normal these days to always hear about new and exciting things popping up all over Dubai, from thrilling amusement parks to a plethora of kids’ activity centres. BUT, if you take a little journey to Old Dubai, you will discover a hidden Read more
Abu Dhabi Family Week is a 10-day family-oriented festival featuring live performing acts, popular cartoon characters, interactive exhibitions and the iconic Nickeloden Kids’ Choice Awards! From September 19-28, you and your family will get to experience an extravaganza of events and activations all across the city – with mega shopping deals and hotel offers included! Read more
From wall climbing, inflatable fun to a kids’ gym, there’s plenty for big and small to enjoy… Though waking up to a sunny sky every day is one of the perks of living in the UAE, it also means that soaring temperatures don’t always allow us to take the kids outside for a bit of Read more
Let’s have some fun for a little less… Whenever September comes around, we can get quite budget-conscious especially with everything we need to spend on the new school term. So if you’re like us and trying to stick to the #NoSpendSeptember challenge, we’ve got a few ideas on what you can get up to with Read more
From a free Science Festival to adrenaline-fueled, inflatable fun, there’s plenty to do this September to kick away your back-to-school blues… 1. Play with Legoland Dubai Take part in the free LEGOLAND Dubai activities by simply presenting any receipt from Dubai Festival City Mall. Your boys and girls can look forward to the LEGO Factory, Read more
Making our child’s birthday party fun and special is always on top of our list. No doubt about it. Alas, it is no small feat. And with the new school season in swing and back-to-work stress, some of us are looking to pass the torch. Lucky for us, Wavehouse – the gastropub-meets-family entertainment centre over Read more
Eid Al Adha in the UAE is a time of togetherness with the family? But what happens if you are looking for something new to do? Take a look at our top pick for Eid Al Adha top picks, with something for everyone to enjoy! Eid Party @ Cheeky Monkeys Date: Aug 9-11 Time: 17:00 Read more
On Saturday, 13th of July, we accepted an invitation to the Louvre Abu Dhabi Children Museum. I love the idea of going to old and historical places, but the term “museum” was a new concept for the children. I have always had this remarkable ability to enjoy the company of myself. Many of my friends Read more
Looking for something new and different to try this weekend with the family? Have you ever been to Sharjah? There is so much to do with kids of all ages, from water fun, to discovering sea animals, to learning about space and how things work. Surely there is enough to keep the whole family entertained! Read more
Looking for a Summer camp in Dubai? Well Summer is here, and we know parents may be searching for the best summer camps in Dubai to keep their little ones happy, entertained and educated. have a look at our top picks for Summer Camps, from learning and education, to sports, dance, swimming and development. We Read more
It’s hot and you’re stranded at home with some wriggling balls of energy that need to be kept busy and you’ve got stuff to do around the house. Put down the iPad, step away from YouTube and create some domestic fun with a competitive edge. Here are some of our ideas to tire out the Read more
Looking for the ultimate kids’ birthday celebration in Dubai and Abu Dhabi? Look no further than our tip picks for celebrations! Check out some of our special offers also, and make your kids special day memorable, affordable and full of fun! Xtreme Laser Tag Book a birthday party at Xtreme Laser Tag (from Sunday to Read more
Values – Storytelling is a fantastic way to help instil values. Themes like, sharing, friendship, forgiveness and self-worth can all be conveyed in a fun and easy to grasp way, through relatable characters. We love The Conscious Bedtime Story Club in particular
Got the kids home all week during Eid and worrying about how to keep them happy and entertained? Fear not! Kidzapp have rounded up some of the fun activities and events happening during the Eid Al Fitr Break from Sunday 2nd June all through to back to school time on Sunday 9th June. Plus, don’t Read more
We know that, all a parent REALLY wants, is to enjoy their time with their children, but also have a hot coffee! So, we have rounded up our top picks of places to eat and have a coffee, while your kids can play to their hearts content! Dubai is full of kid friendly cafes and Read more
Water parks are something that Dubai and the rest of the UAE does extremely well! What with the long summers, and the hot days, waterparks are a go to place for fun, excitement and cooling off! Whether you are looking for a small splash pad, a wild and exciting ride, or simply a place that Read more
Dubai certainly has no shortage when it comes to soft Play areas. When the weather gets hot, or you simply need something to help get the kids to let of some steam, there is a play area in all parts of Dubai. Make sure to check out our app always as we have some great Read more
Looking for a great children’s party from “toddlers to older’s” (2-10) which is great fun? Look no further than Mattel Play Town Dubai When researching options this year we looked at Kidzapp UAE (a great app which has the best of Dubai for families, events, days out, parties and more) and we chose to hold Read more
If you’re in the market for a nice brunch here in Abu Dhabi, one that is a nice change to traditional brunches and one that is also kid friendly (yay!), then you really need to check out the Le Royal Meridian Elements Brunch! Kidzapp has an awesome exclusive offer right now for their brunch that Read more
Laguna Waterpark Dubai – definitely the place to be if you are looking for a non pretentious, down to earth fun birthday party venue for both kids AND parents, this is definitely the one to book. We went for the platinum package which includes an e-invite, party decorations, a kids meal with slushy, 4 hours Read more
Having fun with the kids in the UAE doesn’t have to be expensive. In fact, there are lots of Free and fun things to do, you just need to know where to look! That’s why we have selected our top 20 things to do as a family, that will cost you AED 0 (just make Read more
If you are in Abu Dhabi and are looking to take your child to a very hands-on, multi-activity, unique experience venue, then you would really enjoy Kidz Factory! Located in Dalma Mall, their concept is where Imagination Meets Art! They are an Art, Hobby & Edutainment centre who boasts some amazing desserts that my kids Read more
There are so many places for kids in Abu Dhabi and others, and Discovering the UAE with your kids and exploring hidden places, should be on the top of your list of things to do before summer hits us here in the UAE. Families tend to forget that there is so much more to the Read more
Nestled in Umm al Emarat Park, in the centre of Abu Dhabi island you will find the latest seasonal family attraction to hit Abu Dhabi The Wonder Maze – the world’s largest moveable maze. There are two challenges in the maze – not only to reach the 5-metre-high central platform from one of five unique Read more
The Little Gym, located in Ibn Battuta Mall Dubai, is a child development centre offering a wide range of programs that are all age appropriate for children between the ages of 4 months to 12 years old. The gym focuses on their 3 main philosophies of “Get Moving, Brain Boost and Citizen Kid” concentrating on Read more
When I think about children celebrations here in Dubai, it immediately comes to my mind those super-loud birthday parties with only treats and chicken nugget as nibbles, plus one host that turn the music on at maximum volume screaming into the microphone trying to cheer the children no matter what. It seems the louder the Read more
Schools out for Christmas time! And many families will surely want to keep their kids out of the house and away from the television. So have a look at Kidzapp selection of Winter camps this year. There are so many more camps available for your children of all ages and across Various locations. Just check Read more
Legoland and Legoland Waterpark with toddlers may be a nightmare or a dream for some parents, so our in-House Kidzapp Reviewer Rachel recently checked it out with her twin Toddlers. Many families may worry about the price and if their children would enjoy it, but you will be happy to know that entrance for ages Read more
Being outdoors once the temperature drops is something that the UAE excels in. There should be a movie on the great outdoors in the UAE, like seriously. Entertaining kids which is otherwise a struggle becomes easy, especially if you are ready to pack up and start gallivanting. Here’s my list of 30 ‘cool’ activities to Read more
How to entertain and educate the kids at the same time? The UAE is known for its swanky malls and state-of-the-art theme parks, besides the biggest, tallest and largest of everything. But what if, you and your kids are on a quest to broaden your understanding of different cultures and nationalities; to combine education and Read more
Raise your hand if you’d rather take your kids to a play area than have them staring at a screen all day. Pretty obvious eh? Would you pick the first new play area in town though, if that means a break for you or does this selection require a fair bit of planning at your Read more
When supermarkets in Dubai are flooded with deals on food products, it means Ramadan is coming!
If the play space at Fairytales is the creative mind of the business then the community enrichment programme is its beating heart.
Cartwheeling with excitement, my little tumble-toddler P (who is 22 months old) and I arrived at My Gym UAE, for the Saturday morning ‘Waddlers’ class.
Winter break is round the corner. Good times are coming. For the teachers, that is 😉 For us parents, it means having to chart a full-proof plan to keep the kids entertained.
You might have grown up thinking that fairytales only take place in a land far far away, but thanks to the enterprising Emirati mommy duo…