Summer winds carry a rush of activity into Dubai with fabulous sales, offers and entertainment for residents and visitors alike. Premium hotels present staycation deals and theme parks break out unbeatable offers, but the best fun comes with Dubai Summer Surprises: the return of Modhesh World. A sprawling indoor carnival, this much-loved annual destination is the place to bring your family from 21 June to 17 August. Here are six reasons you must visit the 20th edition:
1. Free entry!
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For the first time ever, Modhesh World is opening its doors to children and parents for free. Take advantage of the free entry and enjoy all the activities with awesome gaming packages. On weekends, families can enjoy six games for AED150 and if you come on a weekday, you can enjoy the same for an unbeatable price of AED95. Rush over to make the most of this treasure trove of fun that adds another layer of vibrancy to summer.
2. Four zones of unlimited fun
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Modhesh World 2019 is spread across four sprawling halls at the Dubai World Trade Centre, bringing all the bustle of an outdoor carnival indoors. Toddlers will love the Little Adventures Zone, where they can twirl in a teacup, jump into a colourful ball pit and enjoy all kinds of entertainment designed for their fun and safety. Over at Arcadium, older children can enjoy their favourite arcade and redemption games, from PacMan to Temple Run.
You can head over to The Wheels Zone for high-energy physical fun, including inflatable obstacle courses, adventurous rope courses and bungee trampolines to get your adrenaline pumping. Or, take a break with food and live performances at Show Town. Wander the halls with friends and family, and get the chance to meet the star attraction, Modhesh himself, for a special photo op.
3. Something for all ages
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Each zone at Modhesh World has entertainment curated for different age groups so no one feels left out. Little Adventures Zone is ideal for kids seven and under, while Arcadium Zone is suited to anyone ages eight and up. Meanwhile, Show Town and The Wheels Zone have activities for all ages. Parents and children alike will be in awe of all the great sights to see and things to experience.
4. There’s no room for boredom
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Live performances, choreographed dance productions, interactive shows and exciting prizes – there’s entertainment lined up to woo and wow all day, every day. Most of the performances take place at Show Town but each zone is buzzing with immeasurable energy. Meanwhile, Modhesh will roam around the zones to say hello, spread joy and take pictures with all his summer friends, which means you’ll never be bored at Modhesh World.
5. Meet Kris Fade in person
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Head over to Modhesh World on the first day and you might be lucky enough to bump into Kris Fade and his family! The much-loved local celebrity is making a grand appearance at the indoor park from 4pm onwards to check out all there is on offer. Be sure to get there early so you can meet the star, maybe get your very own selfie and make history at this grand opening of season 20.
6. Enjoy carnival treats
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Like any Dubai event, Modhesh World has rounded up top-notch dining spots so every craving has an outlet. Munch your way through the many kiosks scattered across Show Town where you can sample succulent burgers, flavourful Turkish food, ice cream, gourmet fries, freshly popped popcorn, and more in true carnival spirit. It’s a child’s dream food haven, with plenty of healthy snack options mixed in. Enter on an empty stomach and leave well-satisfied in every regard, from food to fun.
Click here for more information on Modhesh World, or visit Dubai Calendar for the latest updates on events in Dubai this summer.
