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Celebrations set to brighten weekend

After the popularity of two days of entertainment and celebrations, Eid Al Fitr activities are set to continue into the weekend.

  • By Alice Johnson, Staff Reporter
  • Published: 00:13 October 3, 2008
  • Gulf News

  • Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News
  • Fatima Mohammad Al Za'abi having her face painted during the second day of Eid Al Fitr at Heritage Village In Dubai. Thousands of residents from around the country have been enjoying the holidays in parks, malls and homes.
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Dubai/Sharjah: After the popularity of two days of entertainment and celebrations, Eid Al Fitr activities are set to continue into the weekend.

Not only did residents of the UAE throng to the Emirates' malls, parks and special Eid activities, but the festivities also attracted regional visitors.

Sa'adoun Ganem and his three children from Iraq, said that they have never enjoyed Eid as much as they did this year.

"The fuwalla tent at the mall was an innovative idea and my children were so thrilled to be given Eid sweets," Ganem told Gulf News. "Being a fan of classical music, I liked the solo musicians and I also listened to the music band on stage in Festival Centre."

The family attended the Dubai Festival City celebrations, as part of the 'Eid in Dubai' initiative.

Fireworks

Fireworks displays have also captivated audiences from the UAE and abroad, and are set to continue in some places this weekend.

Dubai Airport Expo has also been home to numerous shows, including Barney's Magical castle and 'Return of the Phoenix' by Osama Al Rahbani, which provided afternoon and evening entertainment for all.

Dubai's parks are continuing to entertain children and their families, with camel, horse and pony rides, inflatable and electronic games and face painting.

No doubt the public parks will still be drawing hundreds of visitors, who have taken time out to enjoy the emirate's green spaces. From barbeques to football on the grass, locals and residents alike have celebrated Eid with in true festive spirit.

Celebrations in Sharjah

Al Qasba is hosting a series of activities for families during the Eid Al Fitr holidays. The four day festival started on Tuesday and continues until tomorrow, from 6.30 pm to 1.00 am.

The celebrations at Al Qasba include Al Qasba Musical Fountain Shows, firework shows, great beats from traditional Arabic bands and activities for children and adults.

Popular for its heritage activities, Al Qasba hosts exciting events for its visitors including traditional seating areas for families to relax in while sipping homemade Qahwa (traditional coffee) and munching delicacies, including the famous Emirati sweets Luquaimat made on the spot by UAE nationals.

Silk Road theme

The Al Qasba celebrations also provide a multicultural experience, with the Ramadaniat Al Qasba "Silk Road" theme. Pavilions of a few Silk Road representative countries display across the Al Qasba walkways, including China, India, Iran, Italy and the Levant Region and each country will represent its traditional band and music.

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