Citywide celebrations on occasion of Eid Al Adha in UAE

Exciting events and activities are taking place across the city for residents and tourists to enjoy.

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Published: Mon 28 Aug 2017, 12:59 PM

Last updated: Mon 28 Aug 2017, 3:18 PM

As people come together to celebrate the joyous Eid Al Adha holiday, Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishments (DFRE) an agency of Dubai Tourism, has released the line-up of exciting events and activities taking place across the city for residents and tourists to enjoy.
LIVE AND LOUD
To celebrate the Eid holiday, there will be two concerts taking place across the city by two renowned Arab music icons. On 2 September, Emirati singer Shamma Hamdan will perform at Dragon Mart 2 at 6.30pm whilst later in the week Mohammed Abdo will take to the stage at Dubai World Trade Centre on 6 September at 9pm to delight fans with a raft of hit songs.
SHOWS, GLORIOUS SHOWS
The highly anticipated fireworks will take place on the first day of Eid at Dubai Festival City at 9pm and 11pm, it will be a spectacular musical firework display not to be missed.
Mesmerising firework displays will also take place at The Beach opposite JBR daily from 31 August to 3 September at 8.45pm. The venue will also host various performances on a daily basis to keep families entertained throughout the Eid holiday.
Be the first to step foot into La Perle as it opens its doors this Eid from 31st August. A live masterpiece, produced by legendary Artistic Director, Franco Dragone, La Perle is a breath-taking fusion of immersive artistic performances, imagery and technology. Be ready to be transported to a new era of entertainment this Eid!
Sports-lovers can head to Dubai World Trade Centre which is hosting the 7th edition of Dubai Sports World featuring sports, tournaments, academies and activities designed for both serious athletes and sporting novices of all ages.
EVENTS FOR KIDS
Little ones will also have the last chance to say goodbye to their favourite character, Modhesh at Modhesh World as he leaves on 3 September to return next year. Kids will enjoy virtual reality workshops, an array of performances, various amusement activations and tucking into delicious bites at the food trucks.
Dragon Mart 2 will welcome families with a range of activities for everyone to enjoy. During the week of Eid Al Adha, there will be a daily 20-minute live interactive musical adventure show starring Twilight Sparkle, Rainbow Dash, Pinkie Pie, Spike and Applejack. For adventurists, there will be a 'Transformers Workshop' which will allow kids to test their skills through different activities and games in a highly interactive themed area which will take place twice a day.
Parents can treat the little ones to Dubai's first ever indoor theme park IMG Worlds of Adventure to enjoy the parades and live performances. With multiple adventure zones and thrilling rides, as well as several restaurants offering a pleasant dining experience, it is an ideal day out for the family.

A Staff Reporter

Published: Mon 28 Aug 2017, 12:59 PM

Last updated: Mon 28 Aug 2017, 3:18 PM

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