Keeping children entertained during Dubai's long summer break can quickly become a full-time job. With soaring temperatures limiting outdoor activities, families are constantly searching for experiences that are engaging, educational, and completely indoors.
Dubai Mall may have just solved that problem again.
The Dubai Mall Summer Camp 2026 has officially returned, offering children weeks of guided adventures inside one of the world's biggest entertainment destinations. Running from July 6 until August 27, 2026, the programme transforms an ordinary week into an itinerary packed with some of Dubai's biggest attractions—all under the supervision of trained Emaar staff.
Instead of spending the holidays glued to phones, tablets, or gaming consoles, children will be exploring the Burj Khalifa, skating on Olympic-sized ice, stepping into virtual worlds, and even getting behind-the-scenes access to one of Dubai's most famous aquariums.
For many parents, it could be one of the easiest ways to keep the summer holidays both active and memorable.
Four Days Packed With Dubai's Biggest Attractions
Unlike traditional summer camps centred around classrooms or sports halls, Dubai Mall has built its programme around experiences already located inside the mall.
Each weekday offers something completely different, ensuring children experience a mix of creativity, adventure, entertainment, and learning throughout the week.
Monday Starts Inside KidZania
The week begins at KidZania, where children participate in the Acting and Dance Academy.
Designed to encourage confidence, teamwork, and creativity, the opening day focuses on performance-based activities that allow children to express themselves while making new friends.
Parents should note that Monday registration begins at 9:00 AM, before the programme officially starts.
Tuesday Is Easily The Biggest Day
Tuesday may be the highlight of the entire programme.
Children visit At the Top, Burj Khalifa, where they'll head to observation Levels 124 and 125 for panoramic views across Dubai.
The adventure continues at Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo, where participants enjoy several exclusive experiences, including:
- Entry to Penguin Cove
- Glass-bottom boat rides
- Fish feeding sessions
- Behind-the-scenes aquarium tours
Rather than simply walking through the attraction, children experience parts of the facility that many regular visitors never see.
Wednesday Is All About Play DXB
Midweek shifts from sightseeing to pure entertainment.
Children spend Wednesday at Play DXB, Dubai Mall's indoor virtual reality and gaming destination.
The day includes access to arcade attractions, immersive rides, and interactive experiences designed for a wide range of ages, giving participants plenty of opportunities to stay active while exploring cutting-edge entertainment technology.
Thursday Ends With Ice Skating And A Movie
The final day slows things down—but only slightly.
Children first head to Dubai Ice Rink, where they'll enjoy a supervised skating session before finishing the week with a private screening at Reel Cinemas.
It's a relaxed conclusion that combines physical activity with entertainment before participants head into the weekend.
How Much Does Dubai Mall Summer Camp Cost?
The Dubai Mall Summer Camp starts from AED 799 per week.
The standard package includes:
- Access to every scheduled activity
- Supervision by trained Emaar staff
- A completion certificate at the end of the programme
Families who prefer not to prepare meals each day can also purchase an optional lunch package.
Considering the individual admission prices of many participating attractions, the bundled programme offers a convenient way to experience several of Dubai Mall's most popular destinations in one package.
Parents Can Save Even More
Dubai Mall is also offering discounts for eligible families.
Current offers include:
- 25% off for U by Emaar members
- 15% sibling discount when registering multiple children
For larger families, these savings can significantly reduce the overall cost of attending the programme.
Who Can Join?
The main programme is designed for children aged 7 to 14 years, who can attend independently throughout the day.
Every activity is supervised by trained staff, allowing parents to drop off their children with confidence before collecting them later in the afternoon.
Families with younger children have not been left out entirely.
Children aged 3 to 6 years may also participate in selected activities, although they must remain accompanied by a parent or guardian throughout the experience.
Everything Starts At KidZania
Parents should also remember one important logistical detail.
Both drop-off and pick-up take place at KidZania, making it the central meeting point for every day of the programme.
Activities run Monday through Thursday from 10:00 AM until 3:00 PM, giving parents several uninterrupted hours while children explore the mall's attractions.
Why This Summer Camp Stands Out
Dubai has no shortage of summer camps, but few combine so many internationally recognised attractions into one organised programme.
Instead of travelling between multiple venues across the city, families only need to visit Dubai Mall.
Within a single week, children can:
- Visit the world's tallest building
- Explore one of the region's largest aquariums
- Experience virtual reality attractions
- Learn through creative performance activities
- Ice skate indoors
- Finish with a cinema experience
That variety helps explain why the programme returns year after year as one of Dubai's most anticipated school holiday activities.
It also reflects a growing trend among Dubai's major lifestyle destinations, which increasingly transform shopping centres into all-day family entertainment hubs during the summer months.
For parents balancing work schedules while schools are closed, the structured programme offers a practical solution that combines supervision, education, recreation, and entertainment—all inside an air-conditioned environment.
With registration now officially open and spaces typically filling quickly during peak holiday weeks, families planning to enrol may want to secure their preferred dates before availability becomes limited.
