Dubai summer camps 2026: Your essential guide for working parents

[Editor’s Note: This article is part of Khaleej Times’ Schools and Parents, a dedicated section designed to support families in the UAE as they explore educational choices. The section offers explainers, guidance from education leaders, expert advice and insights from parents to help readers make informed decisions about schools, curricula and communities.]

As Dubai's long summer break gets underway, many parents face the same annual challenge: how to keep children engaged, active and learning while temperatures outside climb well above comfortable levels.

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With outdoor play limited for much of the day, summer camps have become an increasingly popular option for families looking to balance fun, social interaction and skill-building during the holidays.

This year, Dubai's camp landscape is broader than ever. From robotics and artificial intelligence programmes to snow-filled adventures, theatre workshops, sports academies and hands-on science experiences, there are options for almost every age group and interest.

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Many camps also offer flexible weekly bookings, sibling discounts and extended hours to accommodate working parents.

This guide highlights some of Dubai's summer camps for 2026, covering age groups, themes, timings, locations and prices to help families make informed choices.

For younger children: Gogo Village Summer Camp

Finding the right camp for younger children can be challenging, especially for parents looking for a balance of learning, play and social interaction in a safe indoor setting.

Gogo Village in Al Quoz caters specifically to younger age groups, offering a mix of arts and crafts, imaginative play, interactive workshops and group activities. The programme is designed to keep children engaged throughout the day while encouraging creativity, confidence and friendships.

With a combination of structured sessions and supervised free play, the camp provides a comfortable environment where children can stay active despite the summer heat.

Key details

• Age group: 3-9 years
• Location: Gogo Village, Al Quoz, Dubai
• Camp dates: July 6-August 28
• Timings: 9am-2pm
• Price: Dh150 per day; Dh550 per week; Dh1,800 per month

For future innovators: Pure Minds Academy

For children fascinated by technology and the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence, Pure Minds Academy offers one of the most comprehensive STEM-focused summer programmes in the city.

Participants can explore coding, robotics, engineering, entrepreneurship and game development through age-appropriate workshops. Older students can delve deeper into AI through specialised boot camps designed to introduce concepts shaping the future workforce.

The programme aims to make advanced subjects accessible and enjoyable through practical projects and collaborative learning.

Key details

• Age group: 4-14 years (AI Bootcamp: 10-17 years)
• Dates: July 6-August 28
• Timings: 9.30am-2pm
• Locations: Multiple venues across Dubai, including the Museum of the Future
• Price: Dh1,150 per week
• Discounts: 15 per cent sibling discount and multi-week offers

Escape the heat: Ski Dubai Summer Camp

Few places in Dubai offer such a contrast to the summer weather as Ski Dubai.

Children attending the camp swap scorching temperatures for snow-covered surroundings, where they can enjoy snow park attractions, introductory skiing sessions, games and creative activities.

The full-day programme gives working parents a good option, with meals and snacks included and a schedule designed to keep children occupied throughout the day.

Key details

• Age group: 4-10 years
• Dates: June 29-August 21
• Timings: 9am-5pm
• Location: Ski Dubai, Mall of the Emirates
• Price: Dh399 per day or Dh1,500 per week
• Includes: Lunch and snacks

For curious minds: OliOli Summer Camps 2026

Children who are constantly taking things apart, asking questions and exploring how the world works may feel right at home at OliOli.

Built around experiential learning, the camp combines themed activities with access to the museum’s interactive galleries. Weekly themes such as Space, Jurassic and Tinker Blast encourage children to investigate scientific concepts, develop problem-solving skills and unleash their creativity.

The emphasis is on learning through play, making the experience both educational and enjoyable.

Key details

• Age group: 3-10 years
• Dates: July 6-August 28
• Timings: 9.30am-5pm
• Location: OliOli, Al Quoz 1
• Price: Dh990 per week (morning programme); Dh690 per week (afternoon programme)
• Discounts: Early-bird offer available until July 5; 10 per cent sibling discount

Learning through discovery: Expo City Dubai Summer Camp

Set within Terra, the Sustainability Pavilion, Expo City’s summer camp offers children the opportunity to learn about science, sustainability and innovation in a highly interactive environment.

Participants take part in STEM-based projects, environmental challenges and creative workshops designed to spark curiosity and teamwork. The programme encourages children to think critically about real-world issues while developing practical skills through hands-on activities.

For parents looking for a camp with a strong educational focus, it provides an engaging alternative to traditional holiday programmes.

Key details

• Age group: 5-12 years
• Dates: June 30-August 22
• Timings: 8am-3pm
• Location: Terra, Sustainability Pavilion, Expo City Dubai
• Price: Dh1,250 per week

Families seeking more flexibility can also choose day passes, starting from approximately Dh152.

For budding performers: Courtyard Playhouse Summer Camps

Not every child dreams of scoring goals or building robots. Some thrive on storytelling, imagination and being centre stage.

Courtyard Playhouse’s summer camps are designed around drama, improvisation and performance, helping children develop communication skills, creativity and self-confidence. Younger children explore stories through role play and theatre games, while older participants work on productions inspired by popular books and films.

The environment here makes it an appealing option for both experienced performers and children trying theatre for the first time.

Key details

• Age groups: 4-7, 8-11 and 12-14 years
• Dates: July 6-August 28
• Timings: 9am-12pm or 1pm-4pm
• Location: The Courtyard, Al Quoz 1
• Price: Dh1,315 per week

For high-energy children: Bounce Summer Camp

For children who find it impossible to sit still, Bounce offers a summer programme packed with movement and action.

While trampolining remains a major attraction, the camp also includes dodgeball, team competitions, supervised challenges, creative activities and science-based experiments. The varied schedule ensures children stay physically active while building friendships and teamwork skills.

Parents often appreciate the flexible booking options, which allow families to choose between full-day and half-day sessions.

Key details

• Age group: 3 years and above
• Location: Bounce venues across Dubai

• Timings:
Full day: 8am-5pm
Half day: 8am-1.30pm or 1.30pm-5pm

• Price:
Full day: Dh270 daily or Dh990 weekly
Half day: Dh190 daily or Dh760 weekly

For young golfers: Tommy Fleetwood Academy Golf Summer Camp

Golf’s popularity continues to grow among young people in the UAE, and the Tommy Fleetwood Academy's summer programme introduces children to the sport in a supportive environment.

Professional coaching sessions are complemented by multisport activities aimed at improving coordination, fitness and confidence. Whether participants are complete beginners or already familiar with the game, the camp is structured to accommodate a range of abilities.

The smaller group format also allows coaches to provide more personalised attention.

Key details

• Age group: 6-14 years
• Location: Tommy Fleetwood Academy, Dubai Golf

• Camp dates:
July 8-10
July 16-18
July 23-25

• Timings: 9am-12pm

• Price: Dh900 for members; Dh1,000 for guests

Written by

Nandini Sircar

Nandini Sircar has a penchant for education, space, and women's narratives. She views the world through a prism of learning: whether it's the earthly pursuit of wisdom or the unearthly mysteries of space. In her written universe, women and children take centre stage.