LED BY
PART OF
IN COLLABORATION WITH
EARLY CHILDHOOD WEEK ACROSS THE UAE
300+
EMIRATE-WIDE ACTIVATIONS
130+
PARTNERS
ABOUT
EARLY CHILDHOOD WEEK
UNDER THE PATRONAGE OF HIS HIGHNESS SHEIKH THEYAB BIN MOHAMED BIN ZAYED AL NAHYAN, EARLY CHILDHOOD WEEK IS A NATIONAL PLATFORM LED BY THE MINISTRY OF FAMILY IN COLLABORATION WITH Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority. ANCHORED IN THE YEAR OF FAMILY, IT BRINGS CHILDREN, CAREGIVERS, COMMUNITIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS CLOSER TOGETHER TO STRENGTHEN FAMILIES, SUPPORT DEVELOPMENT, AND HELP EVERY CHILD THRIVE.
EVERY MOMENT MATTERS
FAMILY RESOURCES
Make everyday moments count. Discover practical tools, playful ideas and trusted resources designed to help families connect, learn and grow together. From 100+ Family Moments to the Parent Platform and Parent Pack, there’s something to inspire every family—at home, at play and throughout the early years.
2026-11-1616Nov
Exhibition / Bazaar
AI Childhood Wishes Wall
You are invited to approach our interactive digital wall, where children can whisper their personal dreams for the future. Our advanced AI system transforms their words into a unique piece of digital art.This magical experience sparks creativity and self-expression, delivering the final masterpiece directly to the parent's…
2026-11-1616Nov
Exhibition / Bazaar
Childhood Explorer Passport
An innovative activation that motivates exploration, engagement, and learning through a fun reward‑based system. Every child entering the pavilion receives their very own mini-passport booklet to start a thrilling journey of discovery. Children collect stamps as they complete workshops, visit activity zones, or participate in…
2026-11-1616Nov
Workshop
Colored Balloons Experience: Discover Arabic Through Story, Sound and Movement
The “Colourful Balloons” experience takes children on a magical storytelling journey where they discover the Arabic language through stories, sounds, movement, and interaction rather than traditional lessons or rote learning.
2026-11-1818Nov
Workshop
Al Bidya Mosque Discovery & Clay Model Workshop
A guided tour of Al Bidya Mosque, the oldest surviving mosque in the UAE, introduces children to its rich history and distinctive architectural features. Children then create clay models of the mosque, exploring traditional construction techniques through hands-on learning. Outstanding models are recognized for their creativity and accuracy.
2026-11-2020Nov
Workshop
Abu Dhabi National Fun Run
A flagship 1 km family fun run led by ADSC, serving as the national centerpiece of Early Childhood Week 2026. Welcoming children aged 0–8, including children of determination, the event promotes active lifestyles, family bonding, and early childhood wellbeing. As part of the national Go Blue campaign on 20 November, the Abu…