The Smurfs at City Centre Mirdif in Dubai. SUPPLIED

The Smurfs are coming to City Centre Mirdif this January to give families a Smurf-tastic experience from January 4 to 21 during the Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF). Get ready to watch the show, meet the characters, then step into the magic forest for some fun and Smurfy games and lots of photo opportunities! Here’s what to expect:

Magic forest activity area: January 4 to 15

Visitors can explore the magical forest activity area, featuring Papa Smurf’s house and interactive games. Guest activities include an AR magic mirror to transform into a Smurf, puzzle-solving, gardening, navigating a mirror maze, and getting crafty. Attendees should keep an eye out for Azrael, the evil wizard Gargamel’s cat, hinting at his mischievous plans.

Smurf-tastic Science Fair: January 11 to 21

This 25-minute “Smurfy” performance features Papa Smurf, Smurfette, Brainy Smurf, and Hefty Smurf competing to create the most extraordinary invention for a chance to win the coveted prize-cup. Alongside the stage show, visitors can meet their favourite Smurf characters throughout the mall, for a memorable Smurf-themed experience. The Smurfs event schedule includes: From January 4 to 15 Daily activities until 10 pm From January 11 to 12 Show 1: 4pm-4:25pm Meet & Greet 1: 4:30pm-4:45 pm Show 2: 6:30 pm-6:55 pm Meet & Greet 2: 7pm-7:15pm Show 3: 8:30 pm-8:55 pm Meet & Greet 3: 9pm-9:15pm
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