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Back-to-School Shopping Guide at Festival Plaza

Back-to-School Shopping Guide at Festival Plaza

Back-to-School Shopping Guide at Festival Plaza

The first day back at school may seem like a lifetime away in the middle of the summer holidays, but in reality, it's only a few weeks away! It's time to start planning your Back-to-School shopping trip to ensure your kids have everything they need for the new term. If you're wondering where to start (and we know that it can be a little overwhelming), our Back-to-School Shopping Guide at Festival Plaza, Jebel Ali, should help.

Fuel for busy kids

Make sure your kids are fuelled up for the start of the school day with a good breakfast. LuLu hypermarket is the perfect place to buy fresh fruit for mid-morning snacks, as well as water bottles to pop into their school bag. You’ll also find other everyday essentials such as socks and trainers for gym class. Keep a look-out for their Back-To-School special offers to save even more.

Stationery essentials

From pencils and pens to workbooks and even laptops for older kids, stationery essentials are a big part of the Back-to-School shopping trip. MINISO is the place to be for all your stationery needs, as well as arts and crafts supplies, all at an affordable price. MINISO caters to younger shoppers, so you're guaranteed to find precisely what your kids want and need for the new school term, allowing them to maintain their classroom credibility without costing you a fortune.

Bags and backpacks

School bags put up with a lot of punishment, so you need something big enough to take their books and school stuff, but strong enough to cope with doubling up as a soccer goal post or getting thrown in a corner. Check out what’s on offer at Toys R Us, who have bright, colourful backpacks in stock that’ll appeal to younger school kids.

Electronic essentials

Children are increasingly technologically savvy these days, and even younger children are familiar with using electronic devices like tablets and laptops. In fact, they're now an essential part of school life. If you need to buy gadgets for the new term, LuLu and ACE are the places to go. Selling high-quality tech at affordable prices, your kids can pack a laptop and a smartphone in their school bags for a lot less than you think. Look out for special offers on electronic goods throughout the mall, including great deals on tablets, smartphones, and laptops.

After-school sports

If your kids are active, they can develop their talents at Champs, Festival Plaza’s state-of-the-art sports centre. Dedicated to changing lives through their innovative and inclusive gym and academy programs, Champs Sports Centre is the place to go if your kids show aptitude for sports like Basketball and Padel. With tournaments, events, and a strong community spirit that includes younger athletes, Champs is the perfect after-school sports destination.
Festival Plaza, Jebel Ali, is the perfect place to pick up all your Back-to-School essentials at lower prices, all under one roof. With plenty of parking, air-conditioned comfort, and entertainment to keep the kids happy while you shop, it's not just a trip to the mall - it's a lifestyle experience that everyone will enjoy.

MALL OPERATING HOURS

General Mall Timings

Weekdays
Mon-Thu: 10:00 am to 10:00 pm

Weekends
Fri-Sun: 10:00 am to 12:00 am

Restaurants

Weekdays
Mon-Thu: 10:00 am to 10:00 pm

Weekends
Fri-Sun: 10:00 am to 12:00 am

Hypermarket

Weekdays
08:00 am to 11:00 pm

Weekends
08:00 am to 12:00 Midnight

Champs

Weekdays
Mon-Fri: 06:00 am to 11:00 pm

Weekends
Sat-Sun: 08:00 am to 10:00 pm