From football and theatre to STEM, music and ninja adventures, these are Dubai’s best Eid holiday camps for kids in 2026
Looking for the best Eid Al Adha camps in Dubai for 2026?
With UAE schools closing for the Eid holiday break from 25 to 29 May, parents across Dubai will be searching for fun, flexible and enriching activities to keep children active and entertained throughout the week.
Whether your child loves football, cooking, the performing arts, STEM, music or adventure play, Dubai’s Eid holiday camps for kids offer something for every age and interest, while also providing working parents with practical holiday childcare options during the festive break.
Many camps run throughout the full Eid school holiday week, with programmes ranging from Real Madrid football coaching and theatre workshops to ninja obstacle courses, music production and bilingual cooking classes.
When is Eid Al Adha in 2026?
Schools in the UAE are expected to close from Monday 25 May, with the Eid Al Adha public holiday running from Arafat Day on Tuesday 26 May, through to Friday 29 May. Combined with the surrounding weekends, many families will enjoy an extended nine-day break.
Here are 13 of the best Eid Al Adha kids’ camps in Dubai for 2026, covering ages 2 to 17.
Sports and multi-activity camps
Elite Sports Academy – Multi-Sports and Football Camps
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One of Dubai’s longest-running sports providers is back with its popular Eid Holiday Camps, offering a full week of football, basketball, tennis, gymnastics, dodgeball and team games in fully air-conditioned indoor venues. Children can choose between the broader Multi-Sports Camp and the more focused Intensive Football Camp, which runs alongside it. A reliable option for energetic children who simply want to stay active over the Eid break.
- Dates: Monday 25 – Friday 29 May 2026
- Times: 8.30 am – 3.30 pm
- Ages: 4 – 14 years (Multi-Sports); 6 – 14 years (Intensive Football)
- Venues: Jumeirah Baccalaureate School (Jumeirah 1) and Dubai Heights Academy (Al Barsha South)
- Price: AED 850 per week or AED 250 per day (excl. VAT)
- Book: elitesports.ae
Real Madrid Foundation EFP Dubai – Eid Football Camp
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For football-loving children, the Real Madrid Foundation’s Educational Football Programme offers a dedicated Eid camp at ISD Dubai Sports City. Sessions follow the Foundation’s official training methodology, combining technical drills, coordination exercises and tournament-style matches, all led by UEFA-certified coaches. Groups are organised by age and are suitable for both boys and girls.
- Dates: Monday 25 – Friday 29 May 2026
- Times: 9 am – 12 pm
- Ages: U6, U8, U10, U12, U14, U16 (boys and girls)
- Venue: ISD Dubai Sports City
- Price: AED 225 per day, AED 900 per week
- Book: rmfefpdubai.com/eid-camp
ESM Eid Special Camp – multi-activity across six GEMS schools
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If convenience matters, ESM’s Eid Special Camp runs across six GEMS school locations across Dubai, making it an easy option for many families. The programme combines sport, swimming, STEM, arts and crafts, painting and food craft sessions, all led by experienced coaches and teachers. Ideal for children who enjoy variety rather than one specialist activity.
- Dates: 25 – Friday 29 May 2026
- Times: 9 am – 1.30 pm
- Ages: 3.5 – 12 years
- Venues: GEMS Metropole (Al Waha and Motor City), GEMS Jumeirah Primary, GEMS Wellington Academy (Silicon Oasis), GEMS Dubai American Academy, GEMS Wellington International School
- Price: AED 200 per day / AED 765 per week (with discount) Book: esm.ae/holidaycamps/eid-special-camp
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ISM Sports – multi-sport and tennis across multiple venues
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A strong all-round choice for sporty children, with football, tennis, padel and multi-sport options, alongside a Little Lions programme for younger children. Some venues also include swimming access, and early drop-off is available at selected locations.
- Dates: Monday 25 – Friday 29 May 2026
- Times: 8 am or 9 am to 2 pm (varies by venue)
- Ages: 3 – 5 (Little Lions); 4 – 14 (Multi-Sport); 4 – 16 (Football, Tennis & Padel)
- Venues: Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club; Dwight School Dubai; Greenfield International School; DBS Jumeira; DIA EH Montgomery
- Price: From AED 780 per week (sibling discounts available)
- Book: ismsports.org/holiday-camps
BOUNCE Middle East – Holiday Camp
For children who love movement, BOUNCE’s trampoline-led holiday camp delivers exactly the right level of high-energy fun. Days include free-jump sessions, dodgeball, obstacle courses, trick training and structured games, with lunch and snacks included. Flexible half-day and full-day options also make it practical for working parents during the Eid school break.
- Dates: Monday 25 – Friday 29 May 2026
- Times: Half-Day 8 am – 1.30 pm or 1.30 pm – 5 pm / Full-Day 8 am – 5 pm
- Ages: 3+ (miniBOUNCE for 2 – 6 at selected venues)
- Venues: BOUNCE Dubai Festival City; BOUNCE Al Quoz; miniBOUNCE Motor City; miniBOUNCE Springs Souk
- Price: Half-Day AED 210 per day / AED 840 per week; Full-Day AED 300 per day / AED 1,100 per week.
- Book: bounce.ae/programs-activities/holiday-camp
Total Ninja – Holiday Camp
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Part obstacle course, part mixed-reality gaming arena, Total Ninja Interactive offers one of Dubai’s more unique Eid camps. Children tackle climbing walls, interactive trampolines, team challenges and skill-based competitions throughout the week, alongside scavenger hunts, costume parades and creative activities. Lunch, snacks and drinks are included.
- Dates: Monday 25 – Friday 29 May 2026
- Format: Half-day sessions
- Venue: Total Ninja Interactive, Motor City
- Price: AED 220 per half-day / AED 880 per half-day week (saves AED 220). Lunch, drinks, and all activities included. Sibling discounts on enquiry.
- Book: totalninja.com/holiday-camp
Performing arts, creativity and culture
The Courtyard Playhouse – Eid Al Adha Theatre Camps
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Dubai’s only KHDA-licensed improvisation theatre is running four sessions for different age groups, each culminating in a Friday showcase for family and friends. Themes range from collaborative storytelling for younger children to Dog Man-inspired drama workshops and Maze Runner performance sessions for older students. Particularly effective for building confidence, communication and creativity.
- Dates: Tuesday 26 – Friday 29 May 2026 (4 × 3-hour sessions)
- Times: Mornings 9 am – 12 pm; afternoon sessions also available for some streams
- Ages: 4–7 (Mini Storytellers); 8–11 (Junior Actors); 12–14 (Young Performers)
- Venue: The Courtyard, Al Quoz 1
- Price: From AED 1,052 per camp
- Book: courtyardplayhouse.com
Dubai Sound Academy – Supersonics Making Music Camp
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A rare opportunity for musically curious children to explore DJing, singing, drums, guitar, piano and music production all in one week. Led by professional tutors at Studio One Hotel, the camp is designed to let children explore multiple musical disciplines before deciding which they enjoy most.
- Dates: Monday 25 – Friday 29 May 2026
- Times: 9 am – 12 pm
- Venue: Studio One Hotel, Studio City
- Price: AED 1,250 (+ VAT) for the 5 days
- Contact: +971 50 105 5017 / +971 56 501 9194
- Book: classes.dubaisoundacademy.com
Camden Creative Arts – Eid Art Camp at Repton Al Barsha
A quieter, more focused option for arty children, Camden Creative’s Eid camp celebrates creativity and imagination through drawing, painting and mixed-media projects in small-group sessions. Snacks and drinks are included, and siblings are welcome to attend together.
- Dates: Monday 25 – Friday 29 May 2026
- Times: 9 am – 1 pm
- Venue: Repton School Al Barsha
- Price: AED 275 per day / AED 1,100 per week. Sibling and group discounts available
- Book: camdencreativearts.com
Les Marionnettes Theatre Dubai – Eid Puppet Shows and Workshops
A lovely option for younger children and families looking for a shared Eid outing rather than a full drop-off camp. Dubai’s only dedicated puppet theatre will host special Eid-themed sessions featuring arts and crafts, storytelling, puppet shows, and appearances by the classic Guignol character.
- Dates: Wednesday 27 & Thursday 28 May 2026 (afternoons)
- Duration: Two hours per session
- Venue: Les Marionnettes Theatre, Sunset Mall, Jumeirah
- Book: lesmarionnettes.net
STEM, cooking and hands-on learning
OliOli – INVENTSHOP Eid Drop-Off Camps
Dubai’s much-loved children’s play museum is running its INVENTSHOP Eid camp across the full holiday week, combining robotics, coding, clay sculpture and STEAM-based invention projects with daily access to OliOli’s interactive galleries. Flexible morning, afternoon, and full-day formats make it especially useful for parents who need flexibility.
- Dates: Monday 25 – Friday 29 May 2026
- Times: Morning 9.30am – 1.30 pm / Afternoon 2 pm – 5 pm / All Day 9.30 am – 5 pm
- Ages: 3 – 8 years
- Venue: OliOli, Al Quoz 1 (next to Oasis Centre)
- Price: Morning week AED 1,290 / Afternoon week AED 890 / All-Day week AED 1,750, Daily rates from AED 290
- Book: olioli.ae/eid-camps
Petits Chefs Dubai – Eid Holiday Camp at Expo Village
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For children who enjoy cooking – or simply want to be inspired by French food in a structured environment – Petits Chefs offers bilingual English and French cooking sessions alongside indoor creative activities. The programme focuses on “clean cooking” from scratch, with half-day and full-day options available.
- Dates: Monday 25 – Friday 29 May 2026
- Times: Half-Day 9.30 am – 12 pm | Full-Day 9.30 am – 4 pm
- Ages: 4 – 12 years (best suited)
- Venue: Expo Village
- Price: Contact for pricing
- Contact: +971 58 560 1987
- Book: petitschefsdubai.ae
Life skills and confidence building
Front Foot – Free Public Speaking Workshop for Teens
A thoughtful alternative to the usual holiday camp format. Front Foot’s free one-day workshop focuses on public speaking, confidence, communication and presenting under pressure for students in Years 7 to 9. The programme concludes with each participant delivering a live talk – an excellent confidence builder for teenagers preparing for secondary-school presentations and beyond.
- Dates: Monday 25 May 2026
- Times: 9 am – 3.30 pm
- Ages: Years 7 – 9 (roughly 11 – 14)
- Venue: Jebel Ali School
- Price: Free
- Book: frontfoot.ae/public-speaking-workshop
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