Overview
Welcome to Abu Dhabi’s first community-led outdoor festival! This much-loved event features performers, artists, musicians, and community groups who showcase their talents in the open air, with international artists performing alongside Emirati talents. Over two days, this multi-faceted celebration of cultural expression will bring together people of all ages and cultural backgrounds. The diverse and inclusive programme offers stage performances, vibrant grass shows, cultural pavilions, art workshops, interactive games, and much more. Several workshops will highlight art and culture from Japan, as the country of honour for Abu Dhabi Festival 2025.
Programme
FRIDAY 16 FEBRUARY 2024
in the tents
from 5pm to 9:30pm:
Chinese Souvenirs exhibit, Chinese Costumes and Accessories, Chinese tea preparation and Porcelain display, Chinese Calligraphy Workshop, and Chinese Art workshop.
5pm to 7pm:
Sustainable Agriculture workshop with Emirati Farmer Saeed Al Remeithi
6pm to 8pm:
Emirati Bracelet making workshop by Al Ghadeer and art workshops by EWAA.
On the grass
form 5 to 8pm:
Chinese costume fashion show, Open-mic performances by students, Chinese games and giveaways, Panda and Wealth God mascots,& Kong Fu show.
On the stage
from 8:20pm to 9:25pm:
Peter Pan Musical Theatrical Show by S4K.
Prayer times: 6:19 PM & 7:49 PM
SATURDAY 17 FEBRUARY 2024
In the tents
from 5pm to 9:30pm:
Chinese Souvenirs exhibit, Chinese Costumes and Accessories, Chinese tea preparation and Porcelain display, Chinese Calligraphy Workshop, and Chinese Art workshop.
5pm to 7pm:
Emirati Doll making by Beautiful Bear
6pm to 8pm:
Mosaic art workshop by Emirati artist Sarah Al Senaani and art workshops by EWAA.
On the grass
form 5 to 8pm:
Chinese costume fashion show, Open-mic performances by students, Chinese games and giveaways, Panda and Wealth God mascots, Chinese storytelling & Kong Fu show.
On the stage
from 8:15pm to 9:30pm:
A showcase of Emirati and Chinese Culture including dance, music performances, and choir songs.
A sincere thank you to House of Pianos for the gracious contribution of a magnificent piano, lending a timeless elegance to our Festival in the Park.
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