Pick up some fresh at an organic market
Business Bay’s organic farmers’ market is back for its 12th season. Taking place at Bay Avenue Park every Friday between 9am and 2pm until Friday April 9, there will be 20 different stalls to check out and marketgoers will be able to pick up fresh fruit and veggies from local farmers.
Other products such as honey, herbs and spices, coffee, ice cream and oils will also be available.
Fri 8am-2pm. Ongoing until Fri Apr 9. Bay Avenue Park, Business Bay.
Life’s a picnic
Every Saturday families can enjoy an al fresco picnic on the lush lawns of the Westin, where they can grab a table, lounge on beanbags or throw down a blanket and enjoy a care-free afternoon in the sunshine. Bliss.
Dhs250 (picnic), Dhs450 (including pool, beach and waterpark access). Sat 12pm-4pm. Dubai Marina, Dubai (04 511 7373).
There’s a new park to try at Dubai Hills
With a splash park, skate park and even an ice rink, The Dubai Hills Park has something to keep the whole gang entertained. Tickets cost Dhs85 for non-residents and Dhs55 for residents for a day pass.
From Dhs55. Dubai Hills, Dubai.
A cinema has opened at KidZania Dubai
Catch family-friendly films at KidZania in Dubai Mall. Reel Cinemas has installed a specially designed, kid-friendly screen inside the Dubai Mall’s enormous edutainment centre.
KidZania Dubai, Dubai Mall, www.dubai.kidzania.com.
Staying Silly at Sea starring Magic Phil
Our very own Time Out UAE Kids columnist – and everyone’s favourite magician – is set to star in a one-man show called Staying Silly at Sea ionboard the QE2.
Expect catchy rock n roll songs, silly jokes, brand-new magic tricks (look out for the teapot that can make any drink you fancy appear), plenty of awesome special effects, surprise guest appearances and, of course, lots of opportunity for you and the kiddos to get involved.
Dhs100. Fri Mar 26 1.30am & 2pm, Sat Mar 27 10.30am & 2pm. QE2, Port Rashid, Dubai, www.theatrebyqe2.com.
Book a staycay
The Meydan Hotel’s theme park package is a good option for thrill-seeking families looking to get their adrenaline on. Costing Dhs599 for two adults and two kids, the Stay and Play package includes two free tickets to IMG Worlds of Adventure as well as breakfast for the whole family.
Dhs599 (two adults and two kids). Meydan Racecourse Al Meydan Road, Nad Al Sheba, Dubai, www.themeydanhotel.com (056 525 4040).
The Virtual Study Abroad Expo 2021 is coming back to the UAE
A virtual education fair means students can access loads of important information and guidance from thinks like which course to choose and how to do their university applications to getting assistance with booking their accommodation. They will also be able to virtually explore campuses and meet the staff.
Fri Mar 5 & Sat Mar 6 10am-8pm. www.idp.com.
