Quick answer
Five steps: 1. read real Google reviews, 2. ask about first aid and child safety, 3. plan one entertainer for every 12 kids, 4. match the games and language to your guests, 5. get the price and terms in writing. That's the checklist we use at La Folie, the Dubai kids entertainment company rated 5.0 from 184 Google reviews, with 700+ events a year since 2017.
Step 1: Are the reviews real and recent?
Read Google reviews, not only the quotes on a company's own website. Look for many reviews, recent ones, and parents who name the hosts. When families remember the coach's name, the coach made the party.
Step 2: Are the hosts trained to keep children safe?
Ask two questions: are the hosts trained in first aid, and in child safety? Then ask who is in charge on the day if a child gets hurt or upset.
Every La Folie coach and host is trained in child psychology and first aid, and the team is safeguarding-trained.
Step 3: How many entertainers for how many kids?
Plan one entertainer for up to 12 children. With two, one leads the games while the other looks after the group.
- Up to 12 kids: 1 entertainer, Birthday Essential, 60 minutes, AED 1,850 + VAT
- 12 to 25 kids: 2 entertainers, Birthday Plus, 90 minutes, AED 3,800 + VAT
- 25 to 35 kids: 3 entertainers, Birthday Signature, 90 minutes, AED 4,600 + VAT
Step 4: Do the games and the language fit your guests?
Toddlers need short, gentle games with parents close by. Big kids want team challenges and sport, nothing babyish. Shy children need a host who finds them a job, never one who pushes them in.
Dubai parties mix nationalities, so ask which languages the host speaks. Most La Folie hosts speak Arabic, English and French.
He switched between French, Arabic, and English, which made it even more engaging for everyone.
Step 5: Is the price, and what it includes, in writing?
Ask for the full total with VAT before you pay a deposit, and check what is included: time, transport, the birthday moment, decoration. Then ask about the deposit and rescheduling.
Every La Folie birthday package includes the entertainers, birthday management from arrival to cake, themed games and transport anywhere in Dubai. Decoration is a paid add-on. A 50% deposit confirms your date, and rescheduling is free 14+ days before, subject to availability (refund policy). Our online booking builder shows your total live.
What are the red flags?
- No Google reviews.
- No clear answer on first aid.
- One entertainer for 25 or more kids.
- No written price or cancellation terms.
What do Dubai parents say about La Folie?
La Folie are pure kid-magic! I call them the Pied Piper of Party Time, they can gather every kid (even the super-bouncy, zoom-zoom ones!) and have them laughing, dancing, and totally involved. Zero stress for us grown-ups, maximum fun for the kiddos!
Marc and Katerina from La Folie team did an amazing job at my Daughter's birthday! Super recommended
Frequently asked questions
How do I choose a kids entertainer in Dubai?
Follow 5 steps: read real Google reviews, ask about first aid and child safety, plan one entertainer for every 12 kids, match the games and language to your guests, and get the price and terms in writing. La Folie, a Dubai kids entertainment company rated 5.0 from 184 Google reviews, publishes its prices.
How much does a kids entertainer cost in Dubai?
At La Folie, a 60-minute party with 1 entertainer for up to 12 children costs AED 1,850 + VAT, and a 90-minute party with 2 entertainers for 12 to 25 children costs AED 3,800 + VAT. Transport anywhere in Dubai is included; decoration is a paid add-on.
How many entertainers do I need for a kids party?
One entertainer for up to 12 children. La Folie sends 2 entertainers for 12 to 25 kids and 3 for 25 to 35.
Are La Folie's entertainers trained in first aid?
Yes. Every La Folie coach and host in Dubai is trained in child psychology and first aid, and the team is safeguarding-trained.
How far ahead should I book a kids entertainer in Dubai?
At least 3 weeks ahead, as weekends fill first. With La Folie, a 50% deposit confirms the date.
Who is La Folie?
La Folie is a premium children's entertainment and events company based in Dubai, founded in 2017. It runs 700+ events a year across Dubai, the UAE, Lebanon and the GCC, and is rated 5.0 from 184 Google reviews.
Planning a party?
Tell us your date, the number of kids and their ages. We'll suggest the right package and show you the full price first.
À chacun sa propre joie
To each their own joy. Michel and the La Folie team, Dubai