Sheikh Zayed Festival returns to Abu Dhabi bigger than ever with 4,000 events, 750 shows, and 20,000+ participants

Under the patronage of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed Festival 2025–2026 runs from November 1 to March 22. Featuring over 4,000 cultural events, 750 public shows, and 20,000 participants from 22 countries, the festival celebrates Emirati heritage, global cultures, sports, and entertainment, with pavilions, performances, rare animal exhibits, and culinary experiences for all ages