Sharjah Dawahi shines

Celebrate culture, family, and fun at the 13th Sharjah Dawahi Festival, featuring interactive workshops, games, live music, and rich heritage experiences for all.

The Sharjah Dawahi Festival’s 13th edition is 19 days’ celebration of community and culture taking place at Al Qarayen Park 4 organised by the Sharjah Department of Suburb Affairs. It kicked off on December 12th and continued to enchant visitors until December 31st.

This year’s theme, “World of Documents,” highlights the importance of preserving our history and records. The festival offers a diverse range of interactive workshops and activities designed to engage people of all ages, especially children and youth and also featuring a variety of activities, including carefully distributed main corners to support the family experience. There is also a main stage that presents a daily segment titled “Games with Suburbs”, which aims to enhance interaction between family members, in addition to the Adventure Corner that focuses on supporting sustainability using containers as a main element and the Electric Games Corner that includes 17 new games suitable for all ages. The festival truly brings the community together. There’s a wonderful energy, with families enjoying live music, and everyone sharing in the spirit of celebration. Whether you’re interested in learning about traditional crafts, exploring the wonders of storytelling, or simply enjoying live music and cultural performances, the Sharjah Dawahi Festival has something for everyone. It’s a wonderful opportunity to connect with your community, discover new interests, and create lasting memories; a truly enriching experience that will stay with you long after the festival ends.

Shawn Jose Verghese,

Dubai