How to Have a Fabulous Eid in Dubai and the UAE with QiDZ

By Nohad Mouawad

 

 

The Blessed Month of Ramadan is coming to an end. For some that means the end of a long and difficult fast, as well as the culmination of celebrating and gathering with friends and family. From Eid sweets and treats, to family moments: Eid is lots of fun and festivities. But whether or not you have extended family in Dubai, or are even accustomed to celebrating Eid, there is so much going on to keep you and your kids happy and entertained.

Outdoor Fun: Do you want to get outside with your family during the last stretch of the outdoor season? Perfect for kids of all ages, Dubai Garden Glow is a larger-than-life light show of dinos and bright colors that you can take kids to see from sunset (ideal in warm weather). Dubai Garden Glow tickets are on sale with QiDZ during Eid, starting at 59 dirhams, and kids under 3 getting for free!

IMG Worlds of Adventure Tickets are also on sale with QiDZ during Eid for only 225 dirhams, making it the ideal full day out at the amusement park with your kids during the holiday!

At The Ripe Market, they’ve got a bunch of Eid surprises for kids, including a Mini Animal Kingdom of locally rescued animals, arts and crafts, live entertainment and hot new foodie concepts.

QiDZ is also offering special prices on tickets to The Green Planet this Eid, where you can see the Tamrin monkey, Boa snake and other fabulous creatures!

Indoor Activities: Are you looking for some indoor activities, where your kids can be kept busy, while not having to deal with sand, sweat or getting dirty?

At Yas Acres Golf & Country Club, they’re hosting a Free family movie night for Eid, with henna painting, slime making, burgers, hot dogs, nachos and much more! In Dubai, take your kids to ski at Ski Dubai with a big sale on tickets through the QiDZ app, or to the Museum of illusions where you can create some amazing Insta-worthy memories for as little as 39 dirhams!

At Trampo Xtreme in Nakheel mall tickets are also on sale, so your kids can burn off all that Eid sugar, and you can have a coffee and relax!

Arts and Crafts at Home: If you want to take a morning or afternoon off during the holiday, set up and help your kids with some at-home Eid crafts. You’ll find so many ideas on QiDZ, from printable Eid greeting cards to give to friends and family, Eid coloring sheets for all ages, and printable Sudoku to keep older kids busy.

Special Eid Festivities: Do you want to make Eid al Fitr extra special for your kids, but you haven’t planned anything yet? There are lots of fun events and animations for the holiday, specific to children and families.

 

Mall Celebrations: At Ibn Battuta Mall, Mr Kind will entertain kids with a special show, and at The Circle Mall in Jumeirah Circle Village there are some special performances of Emirati Folk Arts. At Times Square Center, they’ve got a parade, entertainment and workshops for Eid. At City Center Meaisem, at Dubai Production City, they have Tannoora dance performances to keep the Eid traditions alive. In Sharjah, there’s a spectacular 3-day Eid festival on at Aljada, Nasma Central Park, with family activities, live entertainment and fireworks every night from 8 pm.

Staycation: For a full Eid al Fitr vacation getaway, book your Staycation at Lapita Hotel, where your kids will have full access to Dubai Parks and Resorts with complimentary theme park tickets. They can also meet and greet their favorite cartoon characters, and your whole family can enjoy a lavish Eid al Fitr lunch.

Fireworks Fun: Close off Eid in the UAE with a “bang” at Eid al Fitr Fireworks shows at Bluewaters Island, The Beach, JBR, Dubai Parks and Resorts, Global Village, and Jumeirah Beach. In Abu Dhabi, catch the fireworks at Al Mugheirah Bay, Al Dhafra District, Yas Island and various other locations. Check the QiDZ app for more details on dates, times and locations.