Expo 2020 Dubai: Things to do with kids on October 18

Thinking of heading over to Expo 2020 with the kids? With its more than 192 pavilions, you’ll be spoilt for choice. Explore and witness the vibrant scene – and should ever get lost en route, flag over a friendly robot guide for a point in the right direction. Here’s a look at what’s on offer today.

Aussie Sports Kids Camp: This is the perfect field for kids hoping to hone their football skills. DETAILS: Aussie Pavilion’s Aussie Park (5-Aside Football) at Sports, Fitness and Wellbeing Area. Time: 9am-12pm. To book a spot visit https://www.expo2020sportshub.com/aussie-park/

Henkel Forscherwelten - Special Science Session: This programme – which is tailored for kids aged 8-10 – aims to spark interest in science and discovery. The edutaining module is all about sustainability. DETAILS: The session is being held at Campus Germany from 10am-1pm.

Film festival: Popcorn at the ready now – there’s a steady stream of short films, documentaries and children's movies, curated by Filmakademie Baden-Württemberg and Trickfilmfestival Stuttgart at the Baden-Wurttemberg Pavilion. DETAILS: 10am-10pm | Above: Inside the Baden-Wurttemberg Pavillion

Notre-Dame de Paris, the Experience. Now you can visit this famous medieval Catholic cathedral in Dubai – thanks to an immersive augmented reality experience set up at the France pavilion. This is one entertaining history lesson. DETAILS: 10am-10pm, exhibition is on until November 1.

Daily Parade at Ghaf Avenue. Witness a "Colours of the World" parade with genre-melding dances featuring international performers and musicians. DETAILS: Al Wasl Zone: 12.45pm-1.30pm.

Manchester City Kids Camp by Manchester City: Help your child perfect that striker technique when he/she gets some professional help on this playing field. DETAILS: Aussie Park (5-Aside Football) Sports, Fitness and Wellbeing Area, from 2pm-5pm. | Photo for illustrative purposes only.

Interactive Culture Lab sessions at Campus Germany. Dance and jive and play when you visit the German pavilion. There are interactive sessions, choreographed sequences to learn and quizzes to keep the kids interested. Or, you could challenge visitors to a duel on the Nintendo Switch. DETAILS: 12.30pm-7pm.

K-Food Event at the Republic of Korea Pavilion. Are you a Korean drama or a K-pop fan? Have your movie idols succeeded in making you want to try some Korean delicacies? If the answer to these questions is yes, head to this pavilion for an authentic taste of yummy traditional culinary delights such as Japchae (stir-fried noodles) and Kimchi (fermented vegetables). DETAILS: 3pm-4pm

Dignified Storytelling | Stories of Great Ambition and Hope: Get inspired by real-life stories from storytellers and communication experts working with space agencies. DETAILS: Terra Auditorium from 3pm-6pm.

Interactive tale about craft in Morocco: Learn about craft in the country with a magical tale about a heroic sister and courageous brother’s adventures. DETAILS: 4pm-5.30pm; 5.30-7pm; 7pm-8.30pm at Morocco Pavilion.

Family Fitness by Haddins Fitness: Just because you are at the Expo 2020 doesn’t mean you have to let your daily workout fall by the wayside. Get fit with the family with an engaging, fun workout suitable for all ages here. DETAILS: Global Fitness Stage’s Sports, Fitness and Wellbeing Area, from 5-5.30pm.

The basics of recycled design: This interactive workshop for kids up to 19 years of age will teach them how to reuse and upcycle ordinary goods at home. This is DIY at its very best. DETAILS: Romania Pavilion Sustainability Zone from 5.30-6pm

Check out Al Qatt Al Asiri and Tiles Painting at the Saudi Arabia Pavilion at Expo 2020. Want to learn an ancient art? Walk over to the Saudi Arabia Pavilion to learn all about the craft of pattern-painting. The educational, interactive and demonstrative workshop will showcase exactly why this colourful practice got into the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation’s list of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. DETAILS: 5.30pm-9.30pm

Awakening of Al Wasl: The biggest 360-degree projection dome in the world comes to life in hues of purple and blue, red and orange, growing more vibrant as the sun sets and the night rolls in. DETAILS: 5.53pm-6.13pm.

Badminton by Deepika Badminton Academy: Focus on your serve and smash game at the multi-purpose sports court at the Sports, Fitness and Wellbeing Area. The kids are sure to love the competition. DETAILS: 6pm-7pm; 7pm-8pm; 8pm-9pm

See the epic ‘Ousha & The Moon’ play out at Al Wasl Plaza at Expo 2020:Fantastic and nostalgic - tumble into the world of a 12-year-old girl’s dream. A place where the moon speaks and the threads of destiny are weaved. A look into the mind of a child born without speech, whose words would one day capture the heart of a nation. When: 6.35-6.50pm

Saudi Folklore Performance: Teach your children about Saudi Arabia by introducing them to its folklore. The Saudi Signature Performance Group will be putting on a vibrant dance representing various regions and Saudi folklores. They’ll be accompanied by traditional music, songs and chants. DETAILS: Saudi Arabia Pavilion, from 7pm-7.10pm; 7.40-7.50pm; 8.20-8.30pm;n 9pm-9.10pm; 9.40pm-9.50pm

DIY – upcycle your supermarket bags: Don’t junk your supermarket bags – recycle them! This interactive workshop for adults and children offers solutions to grocery bags that are often used once and disposed. DETAILS: Romania Pavilion from 7-7.30pm.