Global Village will celebrate the UAE’s 55th Eid Al Etihad from 1 to 3 December, with a programme of traditional Emirati performances, cultural experiences, drone shows and heritage-inspired activities honouring the nation’s history and sense of belonging.
The celebrations will
bring together residents and visitors to mark the occasion through shared
experiences, highlighting the UAE’s heritage, cultural diversity and the sense
of home it offers people from around the world.
From 27 November, the
destination’s entrances and main landmarks will be illuminated in the colours
of the UAE flag, while festive decorations will transform its streets,
providing visitors with opportunities to capture the occasion.
A key highlight will
be “UAE Glory and Pride”, a 30-minute theatrical operetta staged on the Main
Stage from 1 to 3 December. Combining music, theatrical performances and
traditional dances, the production will showcase the UAE’s maritime and desert
heritage, its achievements and the unity of its people.
The performances are
scheduled for 7:50pm and 9:35pm on 1 December, 7:50pm and 10:45pm on 2
December, and 7:50pm and 9:25pm on 3 December, subject to change.
The programme will
also feature traditional Emirati performances, including Rawah, Harbiya, Nadbah
and Nuaishat, celebrating cultural customs passed down through generations. On
2 and 3 December, special Eid Al Etihad drone shows will light up the sky above
Global Village.
Visitors will also
have the opportunity to explore Emirati craftsmanship and locally made products
at the UAE Pavilion, 971 Community Pavilion and Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan
Foundation for Humanitarian Works Pavilion. The spaces will showcase Emirati products
and special Eid collections, including creations by productive Emirati
families, supporting local talent and businesses.
The Heritage Village,
affiliated with the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Heritage Center, will offer further
opportunities to discover traditional handicrafts, cultural displays and
heritage-inspired shopping experiences throughout the season.
Food will also play a
central role in the celebrations, with visitors able to enjoy traditional
Emirati favourites, including freshly prepared ragag bread and luqaimat. Maqha
Hamad at Heritage Village and the Emirati food kiosks will serve local flavours
alongside Global Village’s wider international dining offering.
Through its programme of cultural performances, local crafts, traditional food and family entertainment, Global Village aims to create an opportunity for residents and visitors to celebrate the UAE’s heritage and the shared experiences that make the country home. -TradeArabia News Service