Things to do with kids in Delhi
From museum art workshops to heritage parks and DDA sports complexes, here are kids’ activities in Delhi that we’ve checked are running, with ages and fees where the venue publishes them.
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Art & craft classes in Delhi
Paint and clay happen. Doodledrift sneakers wipe clean with a damp cloth.
National Bal Bhavan
Kotla Road, near ITO
Ages 5–16Fees listed
A whole campus for kids: painting, clay modelling, woodwork, science and photography, plus a mini zoo and toy train.
- Ages: Membership for 5–16
- Cost: Membership ₹200/year (free for EWS/SC/ST/Divyang children); entry free for under-16s, ₹20 per accompanying adult
- Good to know: Check closed days before you go
Kiran Nadar Museum of Art (KNMA)
Saket
Saturday family art workshops (usually 11am–1pm) built around the museum’s collection.
- Cost: Check with the venue
National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA)
Jaipur House, India Gate
Holiday art workshops with painting, printmaking, sculpture and more; materials provided.
- Cost: Check with the venue
- Good to know: Workshops run seasonally (e.g. a June summer workshop); check NGMA for dates
Rajni Dutta Art
C.R. Park (J Block)
Ages 2–13Fees listed
Weekend art, craft and sketching sessions; materials included.
- Ages: 2–13 (drawing from 6)
- Cost: ₹800 per session, or packs of 4/12/24 (+GST), per the studio’s site
Oasis Art Studio
Vasant Vihar (Munirka Marg)
Ages 4+
Weekly drawing and painting classes that progress by level, plus holiday camps.
- Ages: 4+
- Cost: Check with the venue
Dance classes in Delhi
For class days, pick a light pair they can slip on and off easily, like Sneakerina.
National Bal Bhavan
Kotla Road, near ITO
Ages 5–16Fees listed
Dance, drama, music and puppetry as part of the performing-arts membership.
- Ages: 5–16
- Cost: Membership ₹200/year
The Danceworx
Greater Kailash
Ages 4–7 and 8–12
Kids’ jazz classes focused on rhythm, coordination and musicality.
- Ages: 4–7 and 8–12
- Cost: Check with the venue
Shriram Bharatiya Kala Kendra
Copernicus Marg, Mandi House
Ages 8+
Classical dance courses: Kathak, Bharatanatyam, Odissi and Chhau.
- Ages: Foundation course from 8
- Cost: Check with the venue
Triveni Kala Sangam
Tansen Marg, Mandi House
Ages 6–18
Kathak (Jaipur gharana) workshops for children, usually in summer.
- Ages: 6–18
- Cost: Check with the venue
- Good to know: Workshops are seasonal; check for the next batch
Parks & picnic spots in Delhi
Grass, gravel and trails: Globetrotters have anti-skid soles made for exploring.
Sunder Nursery
Next to Humayun’s Tomb, Nizamuddin
Play zone 2–12Fees listed
A heritage park with a natural play zone: treehouse, zipline, sandpit, maze and rope bridges.
- Ages: Play zone 2–12 (adult needed under 8)
- Cost: Adults ₹50, children 5–12 ₹25, under-5s free. Play zone free on weekday daytimes, ₹20 after 4:30pm and at weekends
- Good to know: Park 7am–10pm; play zone 10am–6pm
Lodhi Garden
Lodhi Road
All agesFree
Big lawns and Lodi-era tombs, perfect for a morning picnic and running around.
- Ages: All ages
- Cost: Free (public garden)
Nehru Park
Chanakyapuri
All agesFree
An 80-acre park with shaded paths, bird-watching and plenty of space for play.
- Ages: All ages
- Cost: Free
Deer Park
Hauz Khas
All ages
Wooded park for walks and picnics next to Hauz Khas lake.
- Ages: All ages
- Cost: Check with the venue
- Good to know: Most of the deer are being moved out, so don’t promise the kids a deer sighting
Garden of Five Senses
Said-ul-Ajaib, near Saket
All ages
A themed garden with sculptures, water features and open lawns.
- Ages: All ages
- Cost: Small entry fee
- Good to know: Redevelopment is planned; check it’s open before you go
Sports & active play in Delhi
For running-around days, SugarRush is lightweight with a cushioned insole.
Siri Fort Sports Complex (DDA)
August Kranti Marg
Kids’ coachingFees listed
Coaching in mini tennis, skating, swimming, taekwondo, karate and more.
- Ages: Mini tennis for under-8s
- Cost: Mini tennis ₹885–1,416/month at member rates (DDA site)
- Good to know: Closed on Mondays and some national holidays. DDA complexes mostly quote member rates. Non-members can usually pay per visit, so ask the complex whether children can join coaching without a membership.
Saket Sports Complex (DDA)
Saket (opposite Marriott)
Fees listed
Football, cricket, basketball, skating, taekwondo, tennis and swimming coaching.
- Cost: Kids’ coaching ₹1,180–2,100/month at member rates (DDA site)
- Good to know: Closed on Mondays
Yamuna Sports Complex (DDA)
Surajmal Vihar, East Delhi
Fees listed
Badminton, cricket, football, skating, archery, swimming and more.
- Cost: About ₹472–2,360/month depending on sport and membership (DDA site)
- Good to know: Closed on Mondays
Bhaichung Bhutia Football Schools
IIT Hauz Khas, Sheikh Sarai, Andrews Ganj, Lodhi Estate
Ages 4–16
After-school football training. Free demo class offered.
- Ages: 4–16 (varies by centre)
- Cost: Check with the venue
Delhi FC Academy
Paprawat village, Najafgarh (South-West Delhi)
Ages 5–17
Non-residential football training run by the I-League club.
- Ages: 5–17
- Cost: Check with the venue
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