Liwa 2027 (Liwa International Festival)
- When
- 11 Dec 2026 to Sat 2 Jan 2027
- Where
- Tal Moreeb, Liwa, Liwa (Al Dhafra)
Annual winter festival at Tal Moreeb in the Liwa desert, Al Dhafra region of Abu Dhabi.
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Liwa 2027 (Liwa International Festival)
Tourism & tours in Liwa (Al Dhafra). Times are UAE time (GST).
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The Ripe Market at Academy Park
- When
- 10 Oct 2026 to Sun 2 May 2027, from 09:00 (Saturdays and Sundays only)
- Where
- Dubai Police Academy Park, Sheikh Zayed Road
Weekend outdoor market with local produce, food and shopping, open every Saturday and Sunday from 9am to 9pm during the season.
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Global Village Season 31
- When
- From 14 Oct 2026, until May 2027, opens 16:00
- Where
- Global Village, Dubai
Seasonal outdoor park with country pavilions, food and rides, running until May 2027 (exact closing date not published). Tuesdays reserved for ladies and families.
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Traditional Handicrafts Festival (12th edition)
- When
- 23 Oct to Wed 11 Nov, from 16:00
- Where
- Souq Al Qattara, Al Ain
Heritage festival showcasing Emirati handicrafts, traditional skills and performances. Open daily 16:00–23:00, to midnight at weekends.
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Sheikh Zayed Festival 2026/2027
- When
- 30 Oct 2026 to Sun 14 Mar 2027
- Where
- Sheikh Zayed Festival grounds, Al Wathba, Abu Dhabi
Long-running heritage and entertainment festival with cultural, entertainment and sports programming. Dates come from news coverage; the festival site had not been updated for 2026/27.