From October, UAE evenings finally cool down and parks, beaches and gardens fill up again. After a long summer indoors, kids are ready to run. Here are outdoor play ideas and toys for the season.
Best places to play
- Community parks and open lawns
- Public beaches in the early evening
- Villa gardens and rooftops
- Desert camps on weekends (see our camping checklist)
Outdoor toy ideas
Water fun while it's still warm
October afternoons are still hot. An Electric Water Gun (75 AED) makes garden and beach water fights easy, with no pumping.
Flying toys for open spaces
The RC Glider Plane with Lights (110 AED) is great in big open areas, and the lights look fun at sunset. The JJRC Mini Flying Car (120 AED) drives on the ground and flies too.
Always check park and community rules before flying anything, keep away from people, roads and buildings, and supervise younger children.
Screen-free game ideas
- Treasure hunt with clues around the garden
- Sandcastle competition at the beach
- Hopscotch and chalk drawings on a driveway
- Family football or cricket in the park
Safety in the sun
- Play in the early morning or after 4pm in October.
- Pack water, hats and sunscreen.
- Take breaks in the shade.
More toy ideas? See our kids' toys buying guide or shop Kids and Toys.