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Your child’s birthday is coming up and the idea of hosting a party at home is making you nervous, but don’t fret, there’s no need to worry because Dubai is the ultimate birthday party playground! Dubai has a wide variety of venues suitable for hosting birthday parties, many of which offer special packages for birthday parties. There are venues and packages for every budget.

Here are a list of on-location birthday party venues. Click here for a list of birthday party entertainers for in-home parties or special locations!

Bowling Parties—————————————————————————

Bowling City
Bowling City is the perfect spot for children’s birthday parties. We offer a series of affordable group discount packages, which can be tailored to suit your needs. All of our entertainment options are available and in some branches we can set aside the entire restaurant for your party. If you know which branch you would like for the party, contact it directly. Come and join the fun!
party@bowling-city.com

Dubai Bowling Centre
With so much entertainment and a variety of dining options to choose from, Dubai Bowling Center is the perfect place to celebrate birthdays at. We cater for awesome Teens birthday parties. Come and check our Party Fun room designed especially for kids and book early for your best satisfaction or call +971 4 339 1010.
Ultra Package: Cosmic Bowling for teens. The ultimate birthday party with disco lights, all-request music, fog machine and back lighting. An AWESOME package!

Magic Planet
Mall of Emirates
Bowling parties can also be combined with rides in Magic Planet
+971 4 341 4444 or +971 56 744 9040

Switch Bowling
Ibn Battuta Mall
If you are one of those people who like to create kids birthday parties that are special and unique then you should definitely consider Switch Bowling as a birthday place for your kid.
Package includes: invitation cards, 1 hour bowling, Meal (Pizza or Nuggets) + French Fries + Soft Drinks, goody bags (Sweets inside), and cake to be provided by parents.
Prices: 55 Dhs (Sunday-Wednesday), 75 Dhs (Thursday, Friday, Sunday)
Optional extras: face Painting, magician, character (Tom, Jerry, Hello Kity), host games and magic shows.
+971 4 440 5961

Yalla Bowling
Mirdif City Centre
Party packages available
+971 800-5347873]

Cooking Parties—————————————————————————

Mini Monsters
Sheikh Zayed Road (nr Dubai Garden Centre)
Two hour parties including use of the soft play, one hour in the party room and pizza making (and eating!)
Tel: +971 4 341 4459
email: info@minimonsters.ae

Pizza Express
Pizza making party package including; pizza making session, drinks, chef hat/party hat, apron, junior pizzaiolo certificates, goody bags, balloons, invitation cards, free pizza voucher. 55 AED per child.
+971 4 324 7324

SantaBontà
Get the little ones creating, mixing, tasting and stirring up their very own party menu!  Includes drinks, birthday cake, party hats, and of course lunch!  Prices from 80 AED per child.
+971 4 425 0327
info@sanabonta.com

School of Culinary & Finishing Arts
Location: JLT
Tel: +971 4 379 4044
info@scafa.ae

Top Chef Cooking Studio
Organise great fun cooking parties for kids.
Located in Jumeirah 1
booking@topchefdubai.com

Toscana
Birthday party package includes pizza, soft beverages, water, birthday cake, pizza rolling, face painting, balloon bending and a fun abra ride to finish! Sinbad’s Kids Club helps with the celebrations. Minimum 10 children per booking, 110 AED per child, parties held between 3 pm to 5 pm.
+971 4 366 6730
MJrestaurants@jumeirah.com

Movie Parties——————————————————————————————-

Grand Cinemas
A birthday party at Grand Cinemas is guaranteed to mark the occasion. Pick the latest movie or an old favorite, add popcorn and friends to the mix and you have the perfect recipe for a great atmosphere and unforgettable experience. With state of the art HD picture and Dolby digital surround sound your experience would be magical on the birthday occasion
customerservice@grandcinemas.com

Reel Cinemas
Throw the ultimate birthday party at one of their three fabulous lounges.
For more information or to make a reservation, simply contact our group bookings team on +971 4 449 1903
or email groupbookings@reelcinemas.ae

Vox Cinemas
Treat your kids, your friends or yourself to a great day: a movie and a party. Cakes, balloons, entertainment, finger food, catered/non-catered
feedback@voxcinemas.com

Other Venues——————————————————————————-

Al Nasr Leisureland
Birthday Party Packages are 50 AED per child (for 10 kids), 40 AED per child (11-30 kids), and 30 AED per child (over 31 kids). Package includes Ice Skating (1 hour) OR 3 Rides. Child meals included consisting of sandwich (chicken, veg. or cheese), french fries, chicken nuggets, mini pizza, and drinks.  They will add a few decorations like balloons on chairs, but you are also allowed to bring in additional decorations.
Additional options (extra cost) A la carte menu for adults, birthday cake, magician and face painting.
+971 4 337 1234
alnasrll@emirates.net.ae

Al Tamimi Stables
Catering to all kinds of parties, whether it’s a small family gathering, a party for 100 or a simple BBQ with friends. They can even involve their animals, activities and classes to make your day as special as possible!
971 6 743 1122
info@tamimistables.com

Atlantis Kids Club
The Atlantis Kids Club offers the perfect base to plan your party around. Create, play, imagine, and discover in our state of the art facilities. Themed parties and celebrations mixed with adventure and fun in the underwater theatre, creation zone, climbing walls, and command center.
Packages start at 1,600 AED.
kidsclub@atlantisthepalm.com

Aqua Play
Mirdif City Centre
Party packages available
+971 4 231 6257

Autodrome
Children 7-12 years old (minimum height 120 cm)
Karting and Laserdome Birthdays!
All-Kids packages at the Indoor Kartdrome: Marshals, mechanics, safety crews, medical support, timing service, event co-coordinator while helmets, overalls and gloves are provided. Minimum of 10 persons for booking. Laserdrome maximum of 20 at same time in a session.  Maximum of 7 at same time out on track. Kids meals option available at AED 60 per Kid including: unlimited (refreshments), mini pizza, hamburger, cake and fresh fruits.
+971 4 367 8700  /ext. 322
karting@dubaiautodrome.com

Build-a-Bear
It’s unforgettable! Each guest makes a new best friend – a furry friend they keep! They choose it, stuff it, give it a heart filled with their wishes – a Build-A-Bear trademark  – and make a personalized birth certificate. After the party they go home, hand in paw, with their new best friend in an exclusive Cub Condo carrying case to begin their adventures together.
Festival City +971 4 232 8099
Marina Mall +971 4 399 7984
info@buildabear.ae

Cafe Ceramique
Ceramic painting available with 3 different birthday packages ranging between 70 to 90 AED per child. Each package includes selection of ceramics, paints, brushes, children’s meals, popcorn and drinks. Plenty of fun for children!
Reservations:
Jumeirah Town Centre  +971 4 344 7331
Festival City +971 4 232 8616

Children’s City
The first educational city in the UAE devoted to children between two and fifteen years old where they can investigate, explore, play, discover, and learn about the world in which we live. The City is specially designed for children to interact and discover together in family and school groups. It contains several exhibits and programs on applied sciences, nature, space exploration, human body, local and international culture as well as a kid’s corner and a planetarium. Children’s City café prepares birthday parties.
+971 4 334 1545.

Chuck E Cheese’s
Dubai Outlet mall
Great party packages including party host, child meals, token cards for games, invitations, goodie bags and more. Additional fun options include bowling and ice skating! Birthday packages range between 60 to 100 AED per child. Parties held during Sunday to Wednesday require a minimum of 5 children. Parties held during Thursday to Saturday require a minimum of 10 children.
+971 4 425 3530
cecdubai@hotmail.com

Color Nail Spa
Spa Party for girls 4 to 16 years old! Mani-pedis, beads & hair braids, glossy lips and tattoos. Your choice of clown, magician, karaoke, balloons, and cake .
+971 4 341 8848

Craft Studio
Children will be given a project demonstration on how to make the craft item, as well as a briefing on materials & equipment used. The children are then free to begin and have fun creating their new project. There will be an art assistant on hand to guide & advise them when needed, and all completed items will be taken home!
++971 50 5586061

Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo
The Dubai Mall
Includes a guided tour of the Aquarium & Underwater Zoo, followed by a party in the Birthday Party room. The party can also include snacks, beverages, decorations, invitations, and a Party Host to keep the excitement going. Birthday packages are tailored for groups of between 10 – 25 children & adults and can be held anytime from 10am to 6pm.
+971 4 448 5200
enquiries@thedubaiaquarium.com

Dubai Dolphinarium
Birthday party for groups of 15-30 kids at one time.  They provide the party games, decorations, a party room, music, greeting from our Dolphin Mascot and a chance to enjoy a picture with the dolphins on your child’s special day.
+971 4 336-9773 /ext. 124
edep@dubaidolphinarium.ae

Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club
Birthday packages starting at AED 90 per child with a minimum of 20 children.
Option extras (at extra cost) include: bouncy castle, pony ride, buggy ride. Additional entertainment arrangements can be organized.
+971 4 361 8111
info@poloclubdubai.com

Dubai World Trade Center
Birthday parties are held in the Palm Garden (open lawn & Apartment Club Restaurant). Children menus vary between 75 to 95 AED per child. A minimum of 10 children is needed. Bouncy castle is an extra 250 AED. Designer cake can be arranged at extra cost. There is no venue charge when the food and beverage is provided by them. Can arrange and provide party entertainment.
kavita.gulrajani@dwtc.com

Encounter Zone
WAFI
Birthday package is 75 AED per child and includes access to EZONE suitable attractions, party food, free 15 dhs cash bonus, Moobase Party Room (max 40 guests capacity), invitation cards, music system, lounge area for parents and customer service supervision. Minimum 10 children. Balloons and cake can be added for extra cost.
+971 4 324 7747
EZone@wafi.com

Favourite Things
Up to 7 years old (on site)
Up to 15 years old (birthdays to go)
We design a personalised and unique birthday event, managing all aspects of the day right from the invitations to the entertainment options including, of course, the royal throne for the birthday child. Our birthday planner can also tailor your very own concept to make sure that your children’s birthdays are completely personalised.
info@favouritethings.com

Fun City
We take care of all the Fun. Celebrate a special occasion with friends and family at the Let’s Party zone at Fun City.
Packages ranging between 55 AED to 100 AED per child.
Minimum 20 children.
Each package includes: Free play in the fun zone, power card, meal, party host, party games with prizes, invitation cards and more (depending on the selected package).
+971 4 501 4699
info@funcity.ae

Fun Square
Fun Square is located in Time Square Centre and offers 4 birthday packages. Initial package includes invitations, balloons, 2 hours playtime and goodie bags for 35 AED. For 55 AED, you get an additional kids meal per child and candy floss. For 65 AED, there is face painting, and and prizes added. For 100 AED you get the Team Party Plus!
+971 4 341 8020 /ext. 126
fun.square@tscuae.ae

Galleria Ice Rink
Children’s parties available at the Galleria Ice Rink. After skating, head to Frosty’s cafe, located next to the ice rink, for a bite to eat and drinks, followed by birthday cake!
galleria@hyattintl.com

iFLY Dubai
Offers group packages for returning flyers, however there is no party room but there is a food court nearby in the mall. Groups session get exclusive use of the flight chamber with a personal instructor. There are 2 packages available: 2 to 6 persons for a 30 minute session or 2 to 12 persons for a 60 minute session.
+971 4 231 6292
info@iflyme.com

The Jam Jar
At the Jam Jar any occasion is one to paint!
Get a party going with unlimited paint, brushes, juices, pizzas, cake, and coffee…the works! And what’s better? Each person gets to take his masterpiece home! Painting Parties require a minimum of 7-day prior booking. Jam Jar can also bring the studio to your house so you can host painting parties at home.
+971 4 341 7303
info@thejamjardubai.com

Jebel Ali International Centre of Excellence
Host an amazing party celebration withe the UMBRO Football Academy at Jebel Ali International Centre of Excellence. Treat your child and all their friends to a fun filled afternoon complete with games, excitement and a truly unique experience. Our fully qualified coaches will provide 90 minutes of fun and games for all players. Make this a memorable birthday celebration.
+971 4 883 0828
lousic.lancaster@jaihotels.com

Kadomz Dance Studio
Why not have a dance party for your kids next birthday? We’ve got a great package which includes the following:

- Professional Dance Instructor to teach the kids the coolest moves to their favourite music
- A t-shirt decorating station where the kids can take their t-shirts home
- A buffet style menu
- Party host & coordinator
- Decorations

Call +971 4 434 1984 or email admin@kadomzdancestudio.com for more info & bookings!

Kidville
Our parties are legendary! From games, food, fun, and space, Kidville has it all for hassle-free parties for kids up to age nine. Choose a birthday party package, a party theme, and any party add-ons to create your perfect party.
+971 4 440 1220
jbr@mykidville.ae

Kiducation
Kiducation offers studio setting based parties at Studio Fitness in JBR. We have fully qualified drama and dance teachers specialising in fun entertainment that can incorporate disco dancing, party games, treasure hunts and movement competitions. We cater for ages one to eleven and our typical package includes adult and children’s food, drink, themed decorations, entertainment, prizes, cake cutting ceremony and children’s play toys. We also offer cupcake decorating, picture frame design, specialist balloon bending and face painting. Our packages range from 1850aed to 2750aed for up to twenty children. We also provide in house entertainment services on the go from drama and dance teachers starting from 200aed- 750aed. All our team are British, qualified individuals who actively work with children and provide activities to excite and make your little one’s birthday a real delight!
+971 56 728 7192
kiducationdubai@gmail.com

Kidzania
Try KidZania, a fun-filled, educational and personality development birthday party. Make the best use of your child’s learning age.
Packages range between 175 to 300 per child and include party room, party invitations, and a birthday cake.  Minimum booking of 12 children.
+971 4 448 5222
enquiries@kidzania.ae

Littel Exporers
Fun filled birthday parties on offer with options of puppet shows, themed characters, pinata’s and lots more

Mini Monsters
Mini monsters is THE place for parties from 1 year up to 12 years. We have three large, brightly decorated party rooms and the largest indoor soft play area in Dubai, which will surely keep your kids entertained. All parties include food for each child, 2 hosts, soft play and entertainment from our specially trained party hosts! Parties start from 79aed up to 175aed. Great food for adults and customised activities are also an option for your Child’s special day. Come see us at Mini monsters we want to make your little ones day the most memorable yet!
+971 4 341 4459
parties@minimonsters.ae

My Gym
Celebrate your child’s special day with captivating, age-appropriate games and fun activities, rides, songs, puppets, and more. Your family and guests will enjoy exclusive use of our entire facility. Just pick a date and we’ll help with everything from the invitations and setup to the cake and cleanup. Our goal is to make sure everyone has a blast – parents and children alike!
+971 4 394 3962

Paper Lane
We hold scrapbook birthday parties for girls aged 8-15 years. Scrapbook party is absolutely perfect and Paper Lane will give the party girls a creative and fun-filled time!
The party will last 3 hours and the workshop projects are always 1) a fun take-home piece (frame, mini book,  cards, or door handle decorations - party girls’ choice) and 2) the best keepsake a birthday girl could hope for – a birthday scrapbook album with a page completed by each of her friends, complete with photos of the party goers.  All materials are provided and we offer free cupcakes  for the party girls. We also give special pricing if you  order a birthday cake from Sweet Lane in any shape and design you like.
+971 4 344 3633
info@dubaiscrapbookstore.com

Peekaboo!
Fantastic Birthday Parties At Your Doorstep, our packages have been created to offer something for everyone! If you fancy tailor making your own birthday party a list of what we have to offer is below for you to pick and choose from! Whatever your choice, rest assured that we will make your day a very memorable one!
Several packages available ranging between 85 to 115 AED per child for 2 hours of fun!
The Village Mall: +971 4 344 7122
Mall of the Emirates: +971 4 347 0622
info@peekaboo.ae

Play A Round
We are the UAE’s first neon indoor mini golf for children and an ideal venue to host unique private birthday parties.
+971 52 755 9008
info@playaround.ae

Posh Paws Petting Zoo Parties
The Animal Sanctuary is the perfect place to enjoy your special occasion or birthday celebrations. Children of all ages can enjoy a fun birthday party while feeding, petting and learning about our animals. While parents can prepare food or just relax under the veranda leaving our friendly volunteers to help with your party. We can even go so far as to decorate for you before you arrive…The activities we have available include petting & feeding our animals and birds, pony rides, dog walking and even animal racing.

Or what about our Petting Zoo Animals coming to your party? The Animal Sanctuary is mobile, we can arrange for a selection of animals to come & join in the fun at your Birthday Party, Celebration or Event. This way you can enjoy petting & learning about the animals in the comfort of your own garden or home.
Tel: +971 50 273 0973
Email: poshpawsdubai@yahoo.co.uk

Rainforest Cafe
The Wild Bunch Birthday Bash package includes food & drinks, party decorations, games, video coverage and face painting. For children under 10 years old, with a minimum of 20 children.
+971 4 330 8515

Ski Dubai
Ski Dubai has private party rooms to accommodate parties of 8 to 25 people. Have fun in the Snow Park with the supplied rental boots, disposable socks, trousers, jackets and helmets for the children. All you need to bring are hats and gloves. Everyone will enjoy the snow cavern, tobogganing and tubing hills, playing in the snow and much more.
For that ultra cool party we can arrange a ski or snowboard lesson for your group through our Snow School.
Cool Party Packages include: Pre-selected meal, Snow Park admission including clothing rental, Supervisor in the party room, Invitation cards and party bags, Party decorations, Freestyle zone, Complimentary Snow Park entry for the celebrant
Tel: +971 55 280 5172
kidxb.pr@maf.ae’

SEGA Republic
Largest and most exhilarating indoor theme park of its kind in the region. With all the great games and exciting rides, it’s the ultimate birthday venue for every child. Choose from three great packages: Speed Sonic (100 AED per child) minimum 15 children, Power Sonic (120 AED per child) minimum 12 children, and Super Sonic (150 AED per child) minimum 10 children).
All packages include: invitations, party room, McDonald’s Happy Meals, decorations, party coordinator, play-cards for unlimited rides and games (time spent playing varies per package).
+971 4 448 8484
sales@segarepublic.com

Sky Tail & Climbing Wall Party
Mirdif City Centre
Party packages available plus can be combined with Yalla Bowling
+971 800-5347873]

Soccer Circus
Soccer-mad son or daughter? Give them a birthday to remember, with the ultimate football party! Two and a half hours of football fun in Soccer Circus Dubai and Team Zone. A Private Party Room is sure to be a hit, and we take care of everything.
+971 50 714 5356
soccercircus.birthdayparties@maf.ae

Splash ‘n’ Bounce
Located within The Children’s Garden Nursery at the Green Community, Dubai Investment Park.
Fully organized pool party, use of a safe and shallow pool, themed parties, venue for hire for 2 hours with inflatables, party invites, tables, chairs, goody bags & decorations.
Tel: +971 50 282 5257

Stargate
The ultimate Birthday Party venue where your child & friends can Go-Kart, Ice Skate, crash around in Bumper Cars, watch 3-D Cinema & have an absolute blast before it’s cake cutting time. Choose & customize your party from a wide choice of 6 party rooms, to give your child the Birthday Party of his dreams … and something that your guests will never forget for years to come.
sales@stargatedubai.com

Super Dooper – A Stage for Arts
SUPER DOOPER is an edutainment center for children ages 5–15 and their parents. Within our community, kids will explore, learn and innovate through distinctive activities of self expression and imagination. Come join the fun and explore our distinctive activities and workshops.
Ceramic lounge, Sewing workshops, Scrap-booking workshops, Fashion Avenue, Theater and puppet stage, Disco Room Car Racing Mani & Pedi Spa
info@superdooper.ae
+971 4 454 8391

The Little Gym
Your group will have the whole place to yourselves with games, music and fun activities created especially for your birthday kid. Our trained instructors will lead all the fun and The Little Gym team will handle everything from setup to cleanup. For children 1 to 12 years old.
Package includes: TLG Invitations, qualified birthday leader plus an assistant, set-up and clean-up, paper goods (plates, forks, cups, napkins), drinks, The Little Gym T-shirt for the Birthday Child, a gift registry (if you open your presents while you’re with us), pizza, and a 2 Hours long party.
+971 4 445 6850

Tickles & Giggles
Let the party begin with our infinite collection of exceptional birthday themes. We offer you a choice of outrageously creative birthday ideas: whether your child is up for the Pretty Princess, Safari Jungle or Magic Castle themes, we have it all! And because everything is tailored to your liking, it’s never the same party twice. We promise a party that will be the talk of the town!
Party Packages include: Private party room with tables and chairs for 2 hours, Color Motif Decoration, Balloon Decoration, Kid’s Food & Drinks, Face Painting, Balloon Bending and more depending on the package selected. Prices range from 1500 – 2500 AED (min. 10 children)
Spa packages also available for a minimum of 6 children for 1200 AED
Premium Spa Package available for a minimum of 10 children for 2500 AED
+971 4 4328681 /800-82634
info@ticklesandgiggles.com

Yoshis Gaming Lounge
The perfect venue for Kids and teen Birthday Parties. Offering Computer gaming, console gaming (PS3, Xbox, Wii), Billiard and Foosball tables in addition to 2 arcade racing games.
yoshisgaming@gmail.com

Wild Wadi
If you want to give your children a birthday party they’ll talk about all year, treat them to a party at Wild Wadi! There’s tons of fun, unlimited rides and some extra surprises for all ages and sizes.  You can have party food and drinks, and even a birthday cake served in your own special section at Wild Wadi. We’ll even provide fun party invitations! A day at Wild Wadi is lots of fun for grown ups too, with rides to enjoy and plenty of places to sit back and relax.
+971 4 348 4444.

Zebra Crossing
Children’s party planning services
Tel: +971 50 559 4903
Email: parties@zebra-crossing.com

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