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Kids Playdates Dubai

La Folie's playdate service brings a trained host and a programme of activities and games to your home. Perfect for school circles, weekend gatherings or sibling-and-friends mini-events. 6 to 15 kids, ages 2 to 12.

Ages 2 to 12 700+ events delivered ★ 5.0 / 169 Google reviews Trilingual entertainers
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Pricing

Choose your playdates option

Playdates are how kids deepen friendships and discover new ones. La Folie's hosted playdates handle the activities, structure and energy management so parents can actually chat with each other instead of refereeing.

Playdate, Single Hour

AED 150 per child + 5% VAT
1 hour - 1 host - 6 to 15 children
  • Activity-led group session
  • 1 La Folie host
  • Best for school circles, BBQs, Sunday gatherings, family meet-ups
  • Each additional child beyond the booking: + AED 130

Playdate, Single 2-Hour Session ★ Most popular

AED 230 per child + 5% VAT
2 hours - 1 host - 6 to 15 children
  • Longer session, full programme of games + light crafts
  • 1 La Folie host
  • Best for half-day blocks and school holidays
  • Each additional child beyond the booking: + AED 200
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Why parents trust La Folie

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Child Psychology & First Aid Trained
Every coach and host is trained in child psychology and first aid.
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Safeguarding-Trained Team
Full safeguarding protocols and incident-logging standards across the team.
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10+ Languages Across the Team
Most hosts speak English, Arabic and French. Across the team we cover 10+ languages including Spanish, Italian, Russian, Hindi, Mandarin, German and Farsi, so your guests are met in their language.
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700+ Events Delivered
Across Dubai, the UAE, Lebanon and the GCC. ★ 5.0 / 169 verified Google reviews.

Every La Folie service includes

What you always get, no surprises

🎓 Certified coaches & entertainers Child Psychology & First Aid Trained, Safeguarding-Trained, 8+ languages across the team.
Tailor-made for your event Every booking built around your child, your group and the energy you want for the day.
Themed activities Choose from 40+ ready-made themes or design fully custom. Decoration, props and activities aligned.
Music & energy Choreography, sing-alongs, dance breaks. La Folie's signature high-energy programming.
Lots of fun together Refined across 700+ events. Every guest, every age, included and engaged from start to finish.
Transportation included La Folie travels to your venue across Dubai, the UAE, Lebanon and the GCC. Setup and takedown handled by the team.

Optional add-ons

Make any event extraordinary

Magic Show  25 to 30 min live
Bubble Show  20 min live
Puppet Show  in-house, no notice needed
Fire Show  outdoor only, 5+ days notice
Themed Mascot  30 to 45 min visit
Craft Workshops  take-home for every child
Science Workshops  slime, lava lamps, crystals
Face Painting  2-hour artist booth
Balloon Twisting  roving artist
Interactive Zoo  1-hour petting experience
Popcorn Machine  2-hour attended station
Cotton Candy  2-hour attended station
Ice Cream Cart  2-hour attended station
Bouncy Castle  3-hour delivery + supervision
Inflatable Slide + Ball Pit  3-hour combo
Soft Play Area  ages 1 to 4
Themed Backdrop  3m wide photo wall
Custom Cake  via Cakes & Cookies partner
Candy Wall  self-serve themed station

Items marked 5+ days notice on the booking page depend on third-party suppliers (mascot costumes, inflatables, animals, machines, fire equipment). Everything else is delivered by La Folie's in-house team.

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Frequently asked

Playdates questions answered

What is a kids playdate in Dubai?

A kids playdate is a small-group structured gathering of 6 to 15 children, usually 1 to 2 hours, focused on play and friendship rather than the birthday-party intensity. La Folie's hosted version brings a trained host who runs activities and games so parents can socialise without organising.

How is a playdate different from a birthday party?

Birthday parties celebrate one child with bigger production: themed entertainment, full decoration, an event entertainer leading the room. Playdates are calmer and more peer-focused: smaller group, lower intensity, no centre-stage moment, perfect for school circles or sibling-and-friends groupings.

How many kids can attend a La Folie playdate?

La Folie playdates are designed for 6 to 15 children with 1 host. Beyond 15 children La Folie recommends a birthday-style package with multiple entertainers.

What ages are La Folie playdates for?

Playdates work best for ages 2 to 12. Activities adjust by age group, from sensory and craft for the youngest to sport and team games for older kids.

Where does La Folie host playdates?

La Folie comes to your villa, apartment, garden, community room or rented venue across Dubai, the UAE, Lebanon and the GCC. The full setup and takedown is included in the package.

Ready to plan your playdates?

Pick the option that fits, share a few details, and La Folie's team responds within 1 business day.

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