It can often be exhausting trying to keep the young ones engaged in meaningful activities, especially given our busy schedules. So amidst restaurant openings and shopping festivals, we’ve found some exciting things in Delhi that you can do with the young ones. Go ahead and plan a dinner, a play date, a reading session or even some carnival time!
FESTIVALS
The Dramabaaz Festival
Organised by Dramabaaz Co., this three day fest features a mélange of dance, drama, craft, music and puppetry for kids of all ages. Over 25 acclaimed Indian artists will be performing stories meant for children using various forms including origami. Plus, the tale of Gertrude McFuzz by Dr. Seuss will be brought alive by a group of passionate dancers while a puppetry and live music fusion piece will tell the story of Krishna and Balram. Apart from performances, shopping and food, there will also be workshops where kids can learn basics of different art forms.
When: December 4th to 6th, 10 am to 6 pm
Where: Akshara Theatre, Baba Kharak Singh Marg
Cost: Rs 500 per child and Rs 350 per adult
For tickets, click here
Ukti Winter Fair
In or around Noida and wondering where to take the young ones? You can check out our list of fun things to do in the suburb or check out this exciting fair. Ukti Winter Fair promises to bring together shopping, workshops, live music, delicious food and lots of fun. Kids will get to learn the traditional art of doll making at a workshop organised by Putul Arts along with storytelling sessions, mandala weaving, lantern making, knitting and other activities. While the kids do their thing, you can shop for wholesome goods including wooden toys, organic produce like beeswax crayons for kids, vegan food, handmade products and eco-conscious clothing.
P.S: We hear there are going to be tonga rides as well!
When: December 6th, 11 am to 7 pm
Where: The Delhi Waldorf School, H-35, Sector 128, Noida
Cost: Rs 50 (free entry for children below 10 years)
Krackerjack Karnival
An annual carnival for kids that features workshops, cool rides, live cartoon characters, entertaining acts and shopping – Krackerjack is spread out over two days. Giving young adults the chance to learn exciting new things through workshops, they also have meet and greets with cartoon characters like Chhota Bheema and Motu Patlu, scary rides, and a dedicated food area as well as a bazaar where parents can pick up the latest in kids’ educational tools, clothes, games and more.
When: December 19th to 20th, 10 am to 8 pm
Where: Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium
Cost: Rs 200
EXPERIENCE
Indoor Play Zone
High rises and malls are quickly replacing open spaces for kids to play in, but the recently launched Indoor Play Zone solves this paucity of play areas by providing a 4,000 sq feet indoor and 10,000 sq feet outdoor wonderland. You can enroll your kids in a number of activities like dance workshops, horse-riding, magic classes, sports training, foreign language training, doll making and more. They also organise a bunch of activities for kids with special needs, and have a restaurant where you can grab a quick bite.
Where: 15 Park Lane Farm, Off Church Road, Near Fortis Hospital
Contact 9899257924 for more
Hangout
Shopping trips to malls are rarely fun with toddlers in tow, but Hangout – a dedicated play zone featuring numerous games and fun activities – makes things easier. After a good run in Saket, this play zone recently opened its second outlet in Subhash Nagar featuring video games, 4D and 6D motion theatre as well as simulated roller coasters amongst other attractions. They also have a kitchen in-house that dishes out kiddie favourites like pizzas, burgers and fries.
Where: 3rd Floor, Pacific Mall, Subhash Nagar
Contact 9810224004 for more
EAT + DRINK
Smoke House Deli is serving an extensive kids menu for a limited round. With delicious options and fun presentations such as a mini paper truck driving up with fries (Rs 150) or a Cheese and Veggie Bomb (Rs 210) coming in a firecracker box – it#39;s sure to be a big hit! The best part is that everything comes in a healthy avatar, so you get The Popeye Sandwich (Rs 180) layered with healthy spinach and the Protein Pizza (Rs 250) running high on nutrients.
Where: All outlets
Price: A la carte
The Piccolo Menu at Pizza Express has been especially created for kids and has an extensive selection of pizzas, pastas, starters and dessert along with drinks. The menu also includes the chain’s signature dough balls served with the option of Nutella or side salad. Add a dash of healthy to the mix with a glass of fresh juice or milk and round off the meal with a delicious mini chocolate fudge cake. To pass the time while the food arrives, the menu features doodles and puzzles, and if you’ve got a little chef on your hands, each outlet organises first-hand tutorials on how to make pizzas.
Where: All outlets
Price: Rs 450++
Nando’s is offering a Nandinos Menu especially designed for kids under 12. Using a special basting sauce that has all the signature Nando’s flavour but none of the fire, the dishes are perfect for kids. You can choose from a veg/non-veg burger, sides and soft drinks/juices along with a choice of fresh fruits or vegetables. The menu card comes with a bunch of puzzles and a colouring section to keep the kids occupied as well.
Where: All outlets
Price: Rs 190++
It can often be exhausting trying to keep the young ones engaged in meaningful activities, especially given our busy schedules. So amidst restaurant openings and shopping festivals, we’ve found some exciting things in Delhi that you can do with the young ones. Go ahead and plan a dinner, a play date, a reading session or even some carnival time!
FESTIVALS
The Dramabaaz Festival
Organised by Dramabaaz Co., this three day fest features a mélange of dance, drama, craft, music and puppetry for kids of all ages. Over 25 acclaimed Indian artists will be performing stories meant for children using various forms including origami. Plus, the tale of Gertrude McFuzz by Dr. Seuss will be brought alive by a group of passionate dancers while a puppetry and live music fusion piece will tell the story of Krishna and Balram. Apart from performances, shopping and food, there will also be workshops where kids can learn basics of different art forms.
When: December 4th to 6th, 10 am to 6 pm
Where: Akshara Theatre, Baba Kharak Singh Marg
Cost: Rs 500 per child and Rs 350 per adult
For tickets, click here
Ukti Winter Fair
In or around Noida and wondering where to take the young ones? You can check out our list of fun things to do in the suburb or check out this exciting fair. Ukti Winter Fair promises to bring together shopping, workshops, live music, delicious food and lots of fun. Kids will get to learn the traditional art of doll making at a workshop organised by Putul Arts along with storytelling sessions, mandala weaving, lantern making, knitting and other activities. While the kids do their thing, you can shop for wholesome goods including wooden toys, organic produce like beeswax crayons for kids, vegan food, handmade products and eco-conscious clothing.
P.S: We hear there are going to be tonga rides as well!
When: December 6th, 11 am to 7 pm
Where: The Delhi Waldorf School, H-35, Sector 128, Noida
Cost: Rs 50 (free entry for children below 10 years)
Krackerjack Karnival
An annual carnival for kids that features workshops, cool rides, live cartoon characters, entertaining acts and shopping – Krackerjack is spread out over two days. Giving young adults the chance to learn exciting new things through workshops, they also have meet and greets with cartoon characters like Chhota Bheema and Motu Patlu, scary rides, and a dedicated food area as well as a bazaar where parents can pick up the latest in kids’ educational tools, clothes, games and more.
When: December 19th to 20th, 10 am to 8 pm
Where: Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium
Cost: Rs 200
EXPERIENCE
Indoor Play Zone
High rises and malls are quickly replacing open spaces for kids to play in, but the recently launched Indoor Play Zone solves this paucity of play areas by providing a 4,000 sq feet indoor and 10,000 sq feet outdoor wonderland. You can enroll your kids in a number of activities like dance workshops, horse-riding, magic classes, sports training, foreign language training, doll making and more. They also organise a bunch of activities for kids with special needs, and have a restaurant where you can grab a quick bite.
Where: 15 Park Lane Farm, Off Church Road, Near Fortis Hospital
Contact 9899257924 for more
Hangout
Shopping trips to malls are rarely fun with toddlers in tow, but Hangout – a dedicated play zone featuring numerous games and fun activities – makes things easier. After a good run in Saket, this play zone recently opened its second outlet in Subhash Nagar featuring video games, 4D and 6D motion theatre as well as simulated roller coasters amongst other attractions. They also have a kitchen in-house that dishes out kiddie favourites like pizzas, burgers and fries.
Where: 3rd Floor, Pacific Mall, Subhash Nagar
Contact 9810224004 for more
EAT + DRINK
Smoke House Deli is serving an extensive kids menu for a limited round. With delicious options and fun presentations such as a mini paper truck driving up with fries (Rs 150) or a Cheese and Veggie Bomb (Rs 210) coming in a firecracker box – it#39;s sure to be a big hit! The best part is that everything comes in a healthy avatar, so you get The Popeye Sandwich (Rs 180) layered with healthy spinach and the Protein Pizza (Rs 250) running high on nutrients.
Where: All outlets
Price: A la carte
The Piccolo Menu at Pizza Express has been especially created for kids and has an extensive selection of pizzas, pastas, starters and dessert along with drinks. The menu also includes the chain’s signature dough balls served with the option of Nutella or side salad. Add a dash of healthy to the mix with a glass of fresh juice or milk and round off the meal with a delicious mini chocolate fudge cake. To pass the time while the food arrives, the menu features doodles and puzzles, and if you’ve got a little chef on your hands, each outlet organises first-hand tutorials on how to make pizzas.
Where: All outlets
Price: Rs 450++
Nando’s is offering a Nandinos Menu especially designed for kids under 12. Using a special basting sauce that has all the signature Nando’s flavour but none of the fire, the dishes are perfect for kids. You can choose from a veg/non-veg burger, sides and soft drinks/juices along with a choice of fresh fruits or vegetables. The menu card comes with a bunch of puzzles and a colouring section to keep the kids occupied as well.
Where: All outlets
Price: Rs 190++