Planning a kid’s birthday party can be a tough task. Thankfully, in Dubai, there are so many innovative birthday party venues that parents are completely spoilt for the choice. Whether you are throwing a bash for a handful of children or a full classroom, here are our top picks on where to celebrate your child’s birthday party this year.
Bounce
Children love to jump, and what place better than Bounce, a trampoline park can do justice to an energy-filled birthday party. It will keep the children’s energies engaged. Birthday party package at Bounce include two hours of fun activities, a private party room, a dedicated host and snacks. The basic package starts at Dhs 135, which can be upgraded depending on what you want to include in the final package.
www.bounce.ae/parties
Dubai Autodrome
The indoor circuit Kartdrome at Dubai Autodrome offers packages for kids aged between 7 and 12 and offers an exciting day for all young racers under proper supervision. The packages can be booked for Dhs 105 per person.
www.dubaiautodrome.com
Motiongate Dubai
Motiongate Dubai at Dubai Parks and Resorts is a fantastic place to host a kids birthday party with favourite characters from Hollywood including Shrek, Kung Fu Panda, Madagascar, The Flintstones and The Smurfs. There are four unique lands to explore including Columbia Pictures, Smurfs Village, Dreamworks and Lionsgate. Children will enjoy a fun-filled day of rides, 4D screenings and interactive shows.
Call 800-262946.
Jumble
Located off Sheikh Zayed Road, the kid friendly challenges keep the little ones active and occupied. Jumble offers birthday packages with options to book a party room and food from French Bakery at an additional cost. Decoration is not included. The basic package starts at Dhs 129 and includes two hours of Jumble session, plus food from the bakery.
www.jumble.ae
Oompa Loompa
Dubai’s first Willy Wonka-themed restaurant in JBR is a fantastic spot to host a birthday party for fans of Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. The basic bronze birthday package includes one and a half hours of chocolate workshop, half an hour in the soft play area, private party packages, private party signage, a crepe or a waffle and a beverage. The basic package starts at Dhs 150 and requires minimum 20 kids. The packages can be upgraded to silver for Dhs 250 and to gold for Dhs 350.
info@oompaloomparestaurant.com
Ski Dubai
Ski Dubai is a super ‘cool’ place to hold your child’s birthday party. When the weather outside gets hotter; a white themed birthday party is always a hit. Ski Dubai team have a birthday party filled with all winter sports and fun-filled activities. Kids can take to the slopes or play with the snow, and can watch a penguin show for a truly memorable birthday party. There are three packages to choose from Snow Park Package, Discovery Package and Snow Classic Package. From invitations, to decoration and kids meals, Ski Dubai looks after everything. Adult entry is separate as they do not provide kids supervision. Minimum 10 kids are a must to arrange a party here. Kids under the age of 2 are not allowed. Packages start at Dhs 185 on weekdays and Dhs 195 on the weekend.
www.skidxb.com/birthday-parties
Splash N Party Kids Waterpark
It is a great venue to host a birthday party for kids where they can have a lot of fun around splash pad areas, pools, water slides and bouncy castles. Party duration is 1 hour and 45 minutes. Children spend the first-hour playing in the water and enjoy entertainment shows such as jugglers, dancers and singers. In the last 45 minutes, kids come out and change their clothes, and enjoy cake and food. The package also includes invitation cards and souvenir photos for all children. Parents and kids can choose from different themes including Under the Sea, Princess, Mermaid, Superhero, Jungle and Beach. Weekday price is Dhs 99 per child with a minimum of 10 kids and Dhs 120 per child for the weekend party with a minimum of 15 kids.
Call 04-3883008.
Studio One’s Private Screening Room
Studio One’s Private Screening Room is a refreshing and alternative location for any birthday party. With 25 colourful seats, dolby surround sound, 162’’ screen, the Screening Room can be privatised at any time and day. Movies can be chosen from an extensive movie library provided by the hotel. During the experience, children will enjoy a snack box filled with popcorn, candy and juice. After the movie, kids can enjoy the Game Room as well and challenge their friends at board games. Prices start at Dhs 55 per child including a snack box. Additional food and beverage options are available. Minimum of 10 children.
email cu@studioonehotel.com or call 800STUDIO.
Velocity
Spread across 40,000 sqft of area, Velocity is fitted with all types of sports and fun learning facilities for children of all ages. It features a massive kids play area, multi-level soft play, multi-activity trampoline park, a sports arena with indoor cricket, football, handball facilities as well as virtual reality games arena. There are different packages for children below the age of 5 and children over 5. Basic packages start at Dhs 92 and Dhs 100 respectively, which includes 60 minutes of fun on multi-level soft play area, rainbow net, toddlers trampoline and edutainment zone, velocity rubber grip socks, standard table set-up, 30 minutes reserved area for a sing-along, food and cake cutting and a munch box for each child.
www.velocitydxb.com
Vox Cinemas For Kids
If your child and their friends love to watch animated movies, Vox Cinemas for Kids, a dedicated colourful theatre for children is a perfect venue to host a birthday party. The little party people can watch the latest child-friendly releases and enjoy popcorn and a drink in the comfort of their own colourful auditorium. The birthday package also includes a private party room where the little movie fans can enjoy fun activities, tuck into tasty meals, and a custom-made birthday cake. Parents can either choose the Superstar Party Package which includes everything from hot meals and a birthday cake to music, photography, décor and their most-loved costume characters, or can opt for a la carte and can customise everything. Vox Cinemas for KIDS is available at BurJuman, City Centre Deira, Mall of the Emirates, City Centre Ajman and Yas Mall.
www.ae.voxcinemas.com