A four-day programme of creativity, discovery, and fun for children aged 5 to 14
© Department of Culture and Tourism-Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi, UAE – 5 August 2026 – Louvre Abu Dhabi invites young explorers to join its summer camp, inspired by A Board Game Adventure, the Children’s Museum newly opened exhibition. Designed for children aged 5 to 14, the four-day programme combines creativity, learning, and teamwork through an immersive journey into the world of board games.
Through engaging workshops, hands-on activities, and collaborative challenges, participants will discover how board games have brought people together across cultures and generations. Along the way, they will uncover the history of play and get a chance at designing their very own board game.
While their children enjoy the summer camp, parents can explore the museum at their leisure, with complimentary access for members and a 30% discount available to UAE residents on admission tickets.
Give your child a summer filled with imagination, discovery, and fun! Spaces are limited, so early registration is recommended.
Programme Highlights
Day 1: Board Games Across Time – Discover games from different cultures and eras.
Day 2: Why We Play – Uncover how play reflects creativity and human connection.
Day 3: What Kind of Player Are You? – Explore strategy, teamwork, and personal play styles.
Day 4: Showcase Day – Celebrate achievements with family and friends.
Camp Details
Week 1: 11-14 August 2026
Week 2: 18-21 August 2026
Time: 10:00am-3:00pm
Price: 400 AED for 1 week; 800 AED for 2 weeks
To learn more and book: Book the Summer Camp
ABOUT LOUVRE ABU DHABI
Created by an exceptional agreement between the governments of Abu Dhabi and France, Louvre Abu Dhabi was designed by Jean Nouvel and opened on Saadiyat Island in November 2017. The museum is inspired by traditional Islamic architecture and its monumental dome creates a rain of light effect and a unique social space that brings people together.
Louvre Abu Dhabi celebrates the universal creativity of mankind and invites audiences to see humanity in a new light. Through its innovative curatorial approach, the museum focuses on building understanding across cultures: through stories of human creativity that transcend civilisations, geographies, and times.
The museum’s growing collection is unparalleled in the region and spans thousands of years of human history, including prehistoric tools, artefacts, religious texts, iconic paintings, and contemporary artworks. The permanent collection is supplemented by rotating loans from 19 French partner institutions, regional and international museums.
Louvre Abu Dhabi is a testing ground for new ideas in a globalised world and champions new generations of cultural leaders. Its international exhibitions, programming and Children’s Museum are inclusive platforms that connect communities and offer enjoyment for all.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT OF CULTURE AND TOURISM – ABU DHABI
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) drives the sustainable growth of Abu Dhabi’s culture and tourism sectors and its creative industries, fuelling economic progress and helping to achieve Abu Dhabi’s wider global ambitions.
By working in partnership with the organisations that define the emirate’s position as a leading international destination, DCT Abu Dhabi strives to unite the ecosystem around a shared vision of the emirate’s potential, coordinate effort and investment, deliver innovative solutions, and use the best tools, policies and systems to support the culture and tourism industries.
DCT Abu Dhabi’s vision is defined by the emirate’s people, heritage and landscape. We work to enhance Abu Dhabi’s status as a place of authenticity, innovation, and unparalleled experiences, represented by its living traditions of hospitality, pioneering initiatives and creative thought.
For more information about the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi and the destination, please visit: dct.gov.ae and visitabudhabi.ae/