From football and theatre to AI bootcamps, robotics, fashion design and cooking, discover the best summer camps in Dubai for 2026
Eight weeks with kids bored at home? Not on our watch.
With Dubai schools breaking up for the summer in early July, many parents will soon be looking for ways to keep children active, curious and entertained throughout the long holiday.
The good news? Dubai’s summer camp line-up for 2026 is packed with choice. Whether your child dreams of scoring goals, building robots, performing on stage, mastering new recipes or getting a taste of university life, there’s a programme designed to spark their interest.
We’ve rounded up some of the best summer camps in Dubai for 2026, covering everything from sports and performing arts to STEM, AI, music, creativity and adventure. Just don’t leave it too late; the most popular weeks tend to book up fast.
Best summer camps in Dubai 2026
Sports & Multi-Activity
Elite Sports Academy
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One of Dubai’s longest-running summer sports programmes, Elite Sports Academy offers eight weeks of football, basketball, gymnastics, dodgeball and team games in fully air-conditioned venues across the city. Children can choose between the broad Multi-Sports Camp or the more focused Intensive Football Camp, which offers UEFA-methodology coaching across five venues. A brand-new location at Dubai Sports World (World Trade Centre) opens from 22 June for football only.
- Dates: Monday 6 July-Friday 28 August. Dubai Sports World runs extended: Monday 22 June-Friday 28 August
- Times: 8.30 am-3.30 pm
- Ages: 4-14 years (Multi-Sports); 6-14 years (Intensive Football)
- Venues: Jumeirah Baccalaureate School; Dubai Heights Academy; Regent International School; Raffles International School; Dubai Sports World (World Trade Centre)
- Price: AED 950 per week; AED 260 per day (excl. VAT)
- Book: elitesports.ae; [email protected]
FitRepublik – Junior Summer Camp
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Ideal for active children, FitRepublik’s Junior Summer Camp keeps them moving with daily aquatics (including an inflatable Wibit obstacle course), dance, martial arts, gymnastics, and fitness games, all held at their well-equipped, purpose-built sports facility.
- Dates: Monday 6 July-Friday 28 August
- Times: 8.30am-3pm
- Ages: 5-14 years
- Venue: FitRepublik, Dubai Sports City
- Price: AED 260 per day; AED 1,100 per week; AED 2,000 per two weeks
- Book: fitrepublik.com; +971 4 556 1800
Ecoventure Summer Holiday Programme – Kings’ Schools
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Running across two of Dubai’s popular British school campuses, Ecoventure offers a Multi-Activity programme (climbing, archery, dodgeball, baking, STEM, performing arts, martial arts and more), alongside an Engineering and Multi-Activity strand that splits the day 50/50 between hands-on engineering projects – video game design, coding, team builds – and general activities. Weekly Friday dress-up days add an extra layer of fun.
- Dates: Monday 6 July-Thursday 21 August
- Times: 9am-1.45pm
- Ages: 3-13 years
- Venues: Kings’ School Dubai; Kings’ School Al Barsha
- Book: ecoventureme.com; [email protected]; +971 50 822 0138
Ocean Kids Academy – Summer Camp
Ocean Kids packs dance (hip-hop, Bollywood, contemporary), karate, keyboard, vocals, arts and crafts, swimming, ice skating, face painting, yoga, a magic show, and a talent show into a single programme across two branches. Morning and midday sessions are available, and transport runs to selected areas.
- Dates: July-August, Monday-Friday
- Times: 9am – 11.30am or 11.30am-2pm
- Ages: 4-13 years
- Venues: Al Karama branch; Al Nahda branch
- Price: AED 100 + VAT per day; AED 735 + VAT per week (no transport). Transport available to selected areas from AED 800 + VAT per week
- Book: oceankidsdubai.com; [email protected]; +971 50 598 7143
Adventure & Active
Ski Dubai Summer Camp
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One of the region’s most popular winter-in-summer experiences returns as Ski Dubai, Snow Abu Dhabi and Snow Oman reopen their Summer Camps, giving children the chance to escape the heat and dive into snow-filled fun, learning and adventure. The camps are designed for children aged 4–10 and mix interactive activities with hands-on winter experiences, from snow park rides and games to educational sessions and beginner skiing introductions. There are also regular movie screenings at VOX Cinemas twice a week, along with daily snacks, lunch and Ski Dubai’s signature hot chocolate to keep energy levels up throughout the day.
- Dates: Monday 29 June–Thursday 21 August
- Times: Weekdays (Monday–Friday)
- Ages: 4–10 years
- Venue: Ski Dubai, Mall of the Emirates
- Price: From AED 399 per day; weekly packages from AED1,500
- Book: skidxb.com
BOUNCE – Summer Holiday Camp
Much more than a trampoline park, BOUNCE combines active play with structured activities, team challenges and creative sessions across its Dubai venues. Snack and lunch from the BOUNCE Cafe are included in every session, and the flexible half-day and full-day options – including an afternoon-only half-day slot – make it a great schedule-friendly option.
- Dates: Monday 6 July-Friday 28 August
- Times: Half Day: 8am-1.30pm or 1.30 pm-5pm; Full day: 8am-5pm
- Ages: 3 years+
- Venues: All BOUNCE and miniBOUNCE venues across Dubai
- Price: Half Day: AED 210 per day; AED 840 per week. Full Day: AED 300 per day; AED 1,100 per week. Snack and lunch included.
- Book: bounce.ae
Total Ninja – Holiday Camp
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Expect obstacle courses, interactive trampolines, balance challenges and scavenger hunts at one of Dubai’s most energetic summer camps. The price includes a hot lunch, drinks and snacks. An awards ceremony and a photo booth party round off each week.
- Dates: Monday 6 July-Friday 28 August
- Times: 8am-1.30pm
- Ages: 4 years+
- Venue: Total Ninja, Silicon Central Mall, Dubai Silicon Oasis
- Price: AED 220 per day; AED 880 per week (half-day). Lunch, drinks, and all activities included. Sibling discounts on enquiry.
- Book: totalninja.com; [email protected]; WhatsApp: +971 52 913 5947
Street Maniax – Summer Camp
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Street Maniax packs freestyle trampolining, parkour, dodgeball, Ninja Warrior obstacle courses and Zip Zag rides into a single camp day, then offsets the adrenaline with creative craft sessions – all under the supervision of qualified trainers and safety marshals. At AED 170 per day (or AED 749 for the week), it is a great full-day camp option, with a hot lunch, snacks and water included. Book a full week in advance, or bring a sibling, and the rate drops further.
- Dates: July and August
- Times: 8.30am-2pm
- Ages: 5-12 years
- Price: AED 170 per day; AED 749 per week. Hot lunch, snacks and water included.
- Venue: Street Maniax, First Al Khail St, Al Quoz
- Book: streetmaniax.com; +971 4 328 3522; WhatsApp: +971 50 770 2491
Performing Arts & Music
The Courtyard Playhouse – Summer Theatre Camps
For children who love to perform, The Courtyard Playhouse’s summer camps combine drama, improv and musical theatre, culminating in a showcase for family and friends. This year’s Adventure theme brings magical storybooks, daring quests, fantasy worlds and epic characters to life.
- Dates: Monday 6 July-August
- Times: Morning: 9am-12pm; Afternoon: 1pm-4pm
- Ages: 4-14 years (age-grouped: Mini Storytellers 4-7; Junior Actors 8-11; Young Performers 12-14)
- Venue: The Courtyard Playhouse, Al Quoz 1
- Price: AED 1,315 per week. Early bird discount until 26 June
- Book: courtyardplayhouse.com
Dubai Sound Academy – Summer Music Camp
Whether your child dreams of being a singer, drummer, DJ or music producer, Dubai Sound Academy’s Summer Music Camp lets them explore it all. Campers take part in group sessions covering drums, guitar, piano, vocals, DJing and music production, giving them the chance to experiment with different styles and instruments throughout the week. With no experience required, it’s a fun and confidence-building introduction to the world of music.
- Dates: Monday 6 July-Friday 28 August
- Times: 9am-12pm
- Venues: Dubai British School Jumeira; Studio One Hotel, Dubai Studio City
- Price: AED 1,250 + VAT per week (5 days)
- Book: dubaisoundacademy.com; [email protected]; +971 50 105 5017
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STEM, AI & Science
Pure Minds Academy – Summer Camp and AI Bootcamp
Now in its 12th season, Pure Minds remains one of Dubai’s most established STEM camps, combining robotics, coding, engineering and AI learning across multiple locations. New for 2026 is an intensive AI Bootcamp for ages 10-17, where students build machine-learning models, create autonomous AI agents and deploy working web applications.
- Dates: Monday 6 July-Friday 28 August
- Times: 9.30am-2pm, Monday-Friday, early drop-off from 8.30 am is available
- Ages: 4–17 years. Programmes: Little Explorers (4-6); Future Ready (7-9); Real World Ready (10-14); AI Bootcamp (10-17)
- Venues: Rove Downtown; Studio One Hotel; Al Habtoor Polo Resort; Radisson RED; Museum of the Future (book via museum directly at museumofthefuture.ae)
- Price: AED 1,150 per child per week (excl. VAT). Multi-week discount and sibling discounts available
- Book: puremindsacademy.com; [email protected]; WhatsApp: +971 58 580 8468
OliOli – Summer Camp
One of Dubai’s most popular family attractions, OliOli is running an eight-week programme of themed summer experiences, including Wonder, Jurassic, Mess and Space, with hands-on activities and access to all eight galleries. Morning, afternoon and all-day formats offer flexibility for working parents. Book by 5 July to secure early-bird pricing.
- Dates: Monday 6 July-Friday 28 August
- Times: Morning 9.30am- 1.30pm; Afternoon 2pm-5pm; All day 9.30am-5pm
- Ages: 3-10 years
- Venue: OliOli, Al Quoz 1 (next to Oasis Centre)
- Price: From AED 990 per week. Early bird offer until 5 July. Sibling discounts available
- Book: olioli.ae; [email protected]; +971 4 702 7300
Cooking, Arts & Crafts
Camden Creative Arts – Art Summer Camp
From colourful paintings and detailed drawings to hands-on mixed-media creations, Camden Creative Arts is designed for children who love to make, design and imagine. With small class sizes and plenty of individual attention, young artists can develop new skills, discover different materials and enjoy a creative week of artistic exploration.
- Dates: Monday 6 July-Friday 10 July
- Times: 9am-1pm
- Ages: 4-12 years
- Venue: Repton School Al Barsha
- Price: AED 275 per day; AED 1,100 per week. Sibling and group discounts available
- Book: camdencreativearts.com; [email protected]; +971 55 351 7776
thejamjar – Summer Camp
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Set in the heart of Alserkal Avenue, thejamjar brings together art, woodworking, theatre, baking, science and movement in one highly creative programme. Through a series of specialist partnerships (including Wood Wizards, BMA Capoeira, Pekoe, The Junction and Wisdom Warehouse), children can explore new skills and experiences while enjoying thejamjar’s own painting and mixed-media art sessions. Flexible booking options, from individual activities to full-day programmes, make it a practical choice for parents too.
- Dates: Block 1: Monday 6 July-Friday 24 July; Block 2: Monday 10 August-Friday 28 August
- Times: Art Camp (arts & crafts only): 10.30am-12pm; Full Summer Camp (all activities): 10.30am-3pm
- Ages: 5-11 years
- Venue: thejamjar, Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz 1
- Book: thejamjardubai.com; [email protected]
Super Duper Studio – Summer Camps
From fashion design to entrepreneurship, Super Duper Studio’s summer camps offer something a little different. Mini Explorers (ages 4–7) combines art, movement, stories, and themed adventures, while the Young Designers Camp (ages 8–13) gives children the chance to create their first fashion collection under the guidance of industry professionals. Budding entrepreneurs can join the Mini Makers Market (ages 5–10), where they build a brand, create products and run their own market stall. Creative, hands-on and confidence-building, it’s far from a typical summer camp.
- Mini Explorers Camp: 6-10 July 2026, Ages 4-7, AED 200 per day, AED 800 per week
- Young Designers Camp: 13-17 July 2026, Ages 8-13, AED 1,199 per child
- Mini Makers Market: 10-14 August & 17-21 August 2026, Ages 5-10, AED 1,000 per week
- Discounts: 10% off sibling bookings. Early bird discount available until 22 June 2026
- Venue: Super Duper Studio, Al Quoz 3
- Book: superduperstudio.ae; [email protected]; WhatsApp: +971 50 186 4998
SCAFA – Summer Cooking Camp
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For children who fancy getting creative in the kitchen, SCAFA’s Summer Cooking Camp offers a hands-on introduction to real culinary skills in a professional training environment. Young chefs progress from pizza, pasta and sushi to Thai curries, Mexican tacos and chocolate desserts, building confidence and technique along the way. Each three-week block culminates in a fun Master Chef Challenge graduation, with every participant receiving a certificate.
- Dates: Block 1: Monday 13 July-Friday 31 July 2026 (Mon–Fri); Block 2: Monday 3 August-Friday 21 August (Mon–Fri)
- Times: 2.30pm-5.30pm
- Ages: 7-14 years
- Price: From AED 290 per class
- Venue: SCAFA, Jumeirah Lake Towers
- Book: scafa.ae; WhatsApp: +971 521100232; [email protected]; +971 4 3794044
University Experience & Academic Camps
Middlesex University Dubai (MDX) – Summer Camp
For older teens considering their next steps, MDX Summer Camp offers a taste of university life in Dubai. Students can explore subjects including Business, AI and Robotics, Law, Psychology and the Creative Industries, while developing skills such as leadership and communication through hands-on projects and activities. Taught by Middlesex University Dubai’s academic staff and mentors, the programme attracts students globally, creating a diverse, international environment for learning, socialising and making new connections. Students can join for a single week or extend their stay for a longer experience.
- Dates: Monday 6 July-Thursday 31 July. Choose one week (Mon–Fri) or extend across multiple weeks
- Times: 9am-5pm
- Ages: 14-21 years
- Registration deadline: 21 June
- Venue: Middlesex University Dubai, Dubai Knowledge Park
- Price: UAE residents: AED 1,500 per week (includes lunch, workshops and on-campus activities). International residential package: contact MDX for pricing. Multi-week discounts available
- Book: mdx.ac.ae; [email protected]; +971 56 403 1585
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