Al Wathba
1 December -27 January
Coinciding with the dawn of the ‘Year of Zayed’, this edition of the festival brings to life the local and global legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. Visitors embark on a cultural voyage blending UAE and world heritage in an immersive, interactive collection of performances, pavilions and events.
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, the festival is held under the guidance and support of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces; and under the direct supervision of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs; with the follow-up of His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Hamdan Al Nahyan, Advisor to the Head of State, President of the Camel Racing Federation and Chairman of the Organizing Committee of the Festival.
