Your Ultimate Back-to-School Shopping Guide at Dubai Festival City Mall

We're in the middle of the school holidays, but parents are already thinking about the new school term in a few weeks. To avoid a last-minute dash to the shops to grab clothes, stationery and even new school bags for the kids, get your back-to-school shopping early and then relax for the rest of the summer. At Dubai Festival City Mall, there are numerous outlets specialising in a wide range of products, from sports equipment and apparel to children's shoes, coats, and bags. Let's take a look at where you can buy your back-to-school essentials at DFC Mall.

LC Waikiki - a one-stop shop for clothes and shoes

If you prefer to get everything in one place rather than visiting multiple shops, LC Waikiki is a great place to start. This popular shopping experience believes that everyone deserves the best quality at the best prices, including the kids. Their range of clothing includes everything from sweatshirts to shoes, socks to shirts and anything else you can think of. Prices are budget-friendly - a real advantage when you're shopping for the new term.

H&M - Sweden's finest in the heart of the UAE

Iconic Swedish brand H&M has rapidly become one of the UAE's favourite international fashion outlets, offering high-quality clothing at affordable prices. H&M children's clothing is designed for active kids, with strong stitching and robust fabrics that'll put up with rough and tumble playtimes. With a green approach to shopping, where sustainability is at the heart of the brand and the opportunity to recycle your unwanted clothes in some stores, H&M also ticks the eco-friendly box that's so important to young people.

Awesome Adidas

The new term means new sports gear, and where better to get your kids kitted out with the latest performance sportswear than Adidas? This renowned brand is not only at the forefront of sports clothing technology but also offers an affordable option. It also has plenty of 'street cred', which, for older, fashion-conscious kids, is a big plus. Adidas is the go-to destination for trainers, gym equipment, and more.

Sporting Sun & Sands

No matter what your kids' sports are, whether they love football or track events, Sun & Sands is the ideal shop for the new term's activities. With a full range of running shoes, kit, sports equipment and bags, Sun & Sands takes care of all your back-to-school sports needs and at a great price too.

Get active at Asics

If you're buying a pair of performance running shoes for yourself or your kids, Asics is one of the top outlets for sports footwear at Dubai Festival City Mall. Famous for their quality trail running and gym shoes, Asics has a reputation for quality and affordability. If you’ve got older kids or teens who are serious about their sports, Asics sports footwear is a durable, reasonably priced option that focuses on support and performance.

Eco-smart shoes from Duozoulu

For everyday wear and school days, you can't beat Duozoulu for ultra-lightweight, super-comfortable footwear. Their range of shoes for kids includes some seriously clever (and practical) features such as elastic fit, water resistance and designs that are made to fit children's feet without restricting their development. Made from 100% environmentally friendly materials, Duozoulu also ticks that eco-friendly box.

Essential stationery supplies

That's their clothes, shoes, and gym kit sorted, but what about those everyday essentials like stationery, bags, water bottles and lunch boxes? Our top recommendation for all those little bits and pieces is Miniso, where you'll find everything from pens and pencils to electronics and backpacks.
No matter what you're looking for, you'll find all your Back-to-School essentials at Dubai Festival City Mall.