Sheikh Zayed Festival
As the horizons of culture continue to expand and its paths become increasingly diverse, the need for culture as a means of bringing people and nations closer together—within a spirit of love, fraternity, and peace—becomes ever more significant. Within this context, the Sheikh Zayed Festival in Abu Dhabi embodies these noble values, while striving towards shared human development.
This year, the Sheikh Zayed Festival returns with a renewed journey as one of the UAE’s most prominent cultural and entertainment events. It carries forward the noble values championed by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, may his soul rest in peace, and reflects his enduring efforts to preserve the UAE’s cultural and civilizational heritage while strengthening and celebrating the nation’s traditions and cultural identity.
The festival is held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, and with the follow-up of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court.
Within this framework, this year’s Festival presents thousands of new and diverse experiences through an extensive programme of entertainment, heritage, sports, and cultural activities. These events bring together families and individuals, as well as UAE citizens, residents, and tourists, creating a vibrant atmosphere of connection, enjoyment, and celebration across a wide range of programmes, activities, and events.
