Winter Break: 15 Fun Things To Do With The Kids

Step into a magical wonderland at Al Barari Playground's Winter Fest, the ultimate family destination for festive fun! From gliding on the ice rink to stepping inside a massive snow globe, this enchanting event offers something for everyone. 

Marvel at the towering 12-meter Christmas tree, explore the world’s largest gingerbread house, and enjoy live entertainment featuring DJs, bands, and figure skaters.

Kids will love the complimentary Santa meet-and-greet and rides, while additional activities like the Snow Fight Zone, Snow Maze, and Gingerbread House Making promise endless excitement. While parents can indulge in gourmet food and drinks while relaxing amidst the holiday magic. Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration packed with cheer and seasonal spirit!

Explore the festive magic of LEGOLAND Dubai this holiday season with the Festive Bricktacular!

This celebration transforms LEGOLAND into a winter wonderland with dazzling activities and seasonal charm across its six themed zones. From dazzling tree lighting ceremonies to themed workshops, there’s something for everyone!

In the FACTORY zone, kids can join LEGO® Santa’s Toy Factory Tour, crafting holiday creations and writing letters to Santa alongside cheerful elves. At the LEGOLAND® Water Park, you can enjoy splash-tastic fun with Santa’s Splash N’ Grab or test your creativity in the Build-A-Sleigh Championship.

The fun continues with exciting activities like the Toy Troops Show in KINGDOMS, and a giant Festive Advent Calendar in MINLAND, that reveals daily LEGO® surprises.

You can even extend the magic with a Santa Sleepover at LEGOLAND® Hotel, featuring festive-themed rooms and daily activities!

With an array of festive activities, their year-round attractions and over 40 LEGO-themed rides and shows, LEGOLAND Dubai offers the perfect holiday outing for your family to enjoy!

Get into the festive spirit with Candylicious' enchanting holiday event, perfect for families and little ones! From meeting Santa to festive fashion and heartfelt surprises, it’s a day filled with magical moments.

Highlights include a magical Meet & Greet with Santa, enchanting story-time sessions to spark holiday imagination, the chance to make a wish and hang it on the magical tree with "Wish Upon a Star" and a delightful festive fashion show with goodies to take home!

Don your most festive outfit and join the fun at Candylicious for an unforgettable holiday celebration!

Let your kids bounce, flip, and play to their heart’s content at BOUNCE, a high-energy trampoline park featuring over 80 interconnected trampolines.

From wall-running and slam dunking to epic dodgeball battles, this fun-filled destination is perfect for the whole family. 

Junior Jumpers have dedicated timings, and for families who can’t get enough, the Multi-Visit Pass offers 10 sessions across all UAE branches. 

Cheeky Monkeys is a must-visit destination for kids! This award-winning play area guarantees a fantastic time for your little ones with a variety of fun activities.

Active kids can enjoy a massive soft-play structure with slides, trampolines, and ball pits, while creative types will love the endless arts and crafts area. And the Monkey Clubhouse is perfect for imaginative play, with rooms where children can role-play and explore different scenarios.

Planning a birthday or special event? Cheeky Monkeys offers complete party services, including decorations, entertainment, and catering, to help create the perfect celebration.

A major plus is that this fun-filled play area has branches around the UAE, making it accessible to families all over the country!

Keep an eye on their calendar for exciting classes and camps throughout this festive season, designed to develop your kids’ confidence while exploring different interests!

Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas: The Musical is coming to Dubai at the Zabeel Theatre! This festive holiday classic brings the Grinch's journey to life with iconic songs like “You’re A Mean One, Mr. Grinch” and “Welcome Christmas.” Narrated by Max the Dog, the heartwarming story follows the Grinch as he discovers the true meaning of Christmas.

Produced by Olivier award-winning Paul Taylor-Mills, this Broadway-quality production is perfect for the whole family. With a 20% discount on group tickets, it’s the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season!

Take your little ones on a global adventure at Global Village, where culture, food, and fun come together! 

Enjoy amusement rides, arcade games, live performances, and must-see attractions like the Wheel of the World Ferris wheel and a multicultural floating market. This season, catch fireworks every Thursday and Friday, plus exciting concerts every Friday. With new pavilions and a restaurant plaza offering international cuisine, there’s something for everyone!

Get ready for adrenaline-packed fun at Air Maniax! With interactive zones for all ages, enjoy inflatables, the warrior assault arena, zip-lining, a laser maze, and a dedicated toddler area.

There are various passes available, including Mini Aerial Warrior for younger kids, General Access, Premium Access, Family Passes, and Full Day Passes. 

Not only that, but Air Maniax is available at multiple locations for more fun and convenience!

Experience an unforgettable family day at MOTN, the region's ultimate entertainment festival, returning for its eighth edition at Abu Dhabi Corniche. From December 6 to 8, meet and greet the Ninja Kidz, and catch their action-packed show!

Enjoy a variety of thrilling activities like carnival rides, augmented games, and jaw-dropping art installations. Explore exciting zones such as the Thrill Zone, Amuse Zone, Indulge Zone, and Entertain Zone. Don’t miss the MOTN Theatre with beloved characters like Bluey, Miraculous, and Mr. Bean.

With delicious treats, local shopping, and unforgettable concerts, MOTN promises family fun and unforgettable memories.

Wild Wadi Waterpark, themed around the Arabian folklore tale of Juha, offers 30 exciting rides and attractions for all ages. Thrill-seekers can conquer the Jumeirah Sceirah, or the adrenaline-pumping Tantrum Alley and Burj Surj. For a more relaxed experience, float along Juha's Journey lazy river or enjoy the wave pool. The park also features kids’ activities, including racing slides and water guns. 

Step into a world beyond your imagination at Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience, opening this December until February at Manarat Al Saadiyat in Abu Dhabi. Explore a sensory universe filled with surreal, colorful, and oversized bubbles, soap, and more. This one-of-a-kind experience features VR technology, fantastical landscapes, and even a hot air balloon flight simulator. Journey through 11 themed rooms, each offering a unique immersive experience that engages all five of your senses.

Don't miss out on this magical adventure!

Get your tickets right here!

Get ready for an unforgettable experience with the Dolphin and Seal Shows, held in the stunning 180-degree amphitheater at Dubai Dolphinarium offering fantastic views from every angle. 

Watch in awe as these amazing creatures perform impressive tricks and playful stunts that will captivate both kids and adults. Don’t miss the Exotic Bird Show, where beautiful birds showcase their acrobatic flight skills and interact with the audience, demonstrating their intelligence and charm.

It's a celebration of the incredible diversity of the animal kingdom!

Les Marionnettes offers a captivating puppet show experience that sparks imagination, creativity, and a sense of connection. With a variety of delightful stories, audiences of all ages can enjoy the magic of live performances. Some of the exciting shows include Little Red Riding Hood, where a young girl and a cunning wolf meet in the forest, The Haunted Treasure, a spooky mystery involving ghosts and hidden treasure, and I Am The Naughtiest, a tale about a mischievous thief ruining Christmas. Other shows like Jam Jar and The Rabbit Thief offer humor and adventure, ensuring a memorable experience for everyone!

At Adventure Zone, families can embrace adventure with activities like the High Ropes Course and The Climbing Pinnacle. The High Ropes Course challenges participants 7 meters above the ground, while The Climbing Pinnacle offers a thrilling climbing experience with features modeled after Bulgarian limestone cliffs.

With multiple locations across the UAE, Adventure Zone allows easy access to thrill-seekers and their families across the country!

Emirates Park Zoo and Resort offers an exciting, educational day for families, featuring over 1,400 animals including hippos, flamingos, reptiles, and more. Visitors can interact with animals through feeding sessions with giraffes, elephants, goats, monkeys, and hippos, as well as enjoy thrilling shows like the Sea Lion presentation, Elephant Encounter, and Tropical Birds Show.

These activities allow kids to learn about animal behavior, conservation, and ecology, all while having tons of fun!