The family-friendly festival takes place for 30 days.
Are you missing Expo? The Expo City Dubai Ramadan festival returns with activities throughout the Holy Month. Running from 27 February to 27 March, it will include food, games, and workshops.
Expo City Dubai’s Hai Ramadan runs for 30 days and kicks off before Haq Al Laila. The name Hai means ‘neighbourhood’ and ‘welcome’ in Arabic, which emphasizes that everyone is welcome. Stroll through Al Wasl Avenue, where Emirati-themed stations bring cultural traditions to life. Expect nostalgic old-style grocery stores, relax in inviting communal seating areas, and explore interactive experiences like the Yado House Floos system for treats and entertainment.
At the heart of the family-friendly festival is food. If you’re looking for somewhere to break your for iftar (AED 260 per person) or for suhoor (AED 180 per person), then put this on your radar, including special experiences under the dome crafted by chefs Meera Al Naqbi and Chef Mechell Nassr.
Events include a vibrant souk filled with handcrafted treasures, traditional attire, and enchanting Ramadan-themed items. You can also immerse yourself in the magic of Story Time under the Al Wasl Dome and enjoy an enchanting orchestra concert by the Firdaus Orchestra. Visitors can also enjoy the immersive children’s workshops, where Emirati customs and crafts come alive.
As twilight descends, there will be performances from Rashid and Latifa as they embark on a quest to locate the moon, symbolising the essence of fasting in Ramadan. Be sure not to miss the Dubai cannon, returning for its third year, firing daily to mark the breaking of the fast.
There is a dedicated mosque on site that will host prayers, including the Taraweeh and Tahajjud prayers. After the Taraweeh prayer, listen to Qur’an recitations, and storytellers will share tales of adventure, culture, religion, and morality.
Visit Expo City Dubai during Ramadan from 5pm to 1am, and entry is AED 35 per person.
GO: Visit www.expocitydubai.com for more information.