Expo 2020 visit, Halloween trips, taking on the Dubai Fitness Challenge - fun things to do with the kids this weekend

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Expo 2020 visit, Halloween trips, taking on the Dubai Fitness Challenge - fun things to do with the kids this weekend

Global Village has opened up as has Dubai Safari Park - your choices just multiplied

Published: October 28, 2021 11:02 Karishma H. Nandkeolyar, Parenting Editor

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Things to do — Looking for things to do with your little ones this weekend? We’ve got you covered. Yes, there’s all the trick-or-treating stuff across the country but for those not so ghoul-encounter inclined, there’s still a lot to do. Take a look: Image Credit: Supplied

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Legoland Dubai — Halloween stuff: Ok, so you don’t have to say no to all the fun stuff Halloween has to offer. There are tricks and treats up for grabs – if you only just know where to look. For a list of all your options, go to https://gn24.ae/c86a849faab8000 Image Credit: Supplied

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NAT DUBAI SAFARI1-1602065715878 — Dubai Safari Park: Enjoy the animal kingdom when you visit this park with more than 2,600 animals including giraffes and tigers. There’s also a petting zoo where your child can play with ponies and feed pygmy goats. DETAILS: Prices start at Dh20 per child; Dh50 per adult. Image Credit: AFP

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Expo kid robot — Expo 2020: This is another wonder-filled venue. Whether your child is a science buff or into cool performances, this mega event featuring innovative pavilions from 192 countries has something for everyone. Image Credit: Supplied

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Global Village Floating Market — Global Village: The family-friendly festive market is back for its 26th edition with food, rides, competitions and performances from across the globe. As the weather takes a turn for the better, this low-investment option is perfect for the whole family. When there, check out the ‘Clowns to the Rescue’ – which will make you giggle with its slapstick humour – and comedic Bollywood performance ‘The Scatty Chapati’– they are sure to be a hit with the young kids. DETAILS: Tickets are Dh15 online. Image Credit: Supplied

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Roaming_Entertainment at La Mer-1571892430186 — La Mer block party: The kids are going to have a fun frolic that the North Beach thanks to a timed kids’ obstacle course with a series of physical challenges suitable for kids of all ages such as a net crawler, balance beam and tyre tracks. They’ll also be delighted by the roaming performances of acrobats and bubble artists. DETAILS: The party is on from 12pm-6pm. To join La Mer’s Block Party, visitors must show a receipt of any amount spent at a La Mer outlet, and must be fully vaccinated with a green pass on the Alhosn app. Image Credit:

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A cupcake for your cupcake at The Hummingbird Bakery: Take your kids over to this cake house for a fun one-hour class where they’ll learn to decorate their cute My Little Pony special edition cupcakes. DETAILS: The Dh129 session at the store at Dubai Mall and Mall of the Emirates branches includes a box of six cupcakes, a chef’s hat and apron and a baking certificate. The session is for all kids aged between five and 12. In order to maintain safety measures, all classes have to be pre-booked 24 hours in advance. On Saturdays, the first session is at 10am and the second at 11am. Image Credit: Instagram/@hummingbirdbme

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Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island - Miral — Get the complete experience at Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island: This option offers real value-for-money for a family of four. Staycationers not only get complimentary breakfast at Graphos Social Kitchen but also up to 25 per cent off on food and beverages, and access to Yas Theme Parks including Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld and Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi. DETAILS: Offer, which starts from Dh565, is valid until November 30. Image Credit: Supplied

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Jones the grocer — Kids learn how to bake: Golden, crumbly biscuits – that’s what your child will learn to make at Jones the Grocer’s new baking class, which runs on weekends at stores in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. DETAILS: The Anzac Biscuit classes, which are one-and-a-half hours long, run till November 6 and cost Dh149 per kid. The price includes a chef’s hat, an apron and a reusable canvas bag. Timings: Usually 3pm or 4pm. Image Credit: Supplied

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Dubai fitness challenge — Dubai Fitness Challenge: It’s time to get fit with the whole family. The fifth edition of the healthy campaign has a packed calendar of activities and events of free and inclusive fitness events, activities and classes across the city. Go to www.dubaifitnesschallenge.com to register. Image Credit: Supplied

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