Dubai: Dubai Tourism on Wednesday revealed the activities and events line-up of the 6th edition of ‘Ramadan in Dubai’ campaign.
It said the range of Ramadan activities “allows fasting and non-fasting people to discover and be a part of the period of enlightenment while at the same time enjoying the vibrant ambience and hospitality of a city that has made its mark internationally as a year-round family tourism destination”.
The campaign will include cultural activities “embracing the spirit of Ramadan and showcasing Emirati heritage”, as well as indoor events and daily iftar gatherings.
The line-up is divided into themes of Ramadan-specific attractions, culture, sports, dining, shopping, hospitality, and more.
Campaign details are available on www.visitdubai.com/en/discover/festivals/ramadan-in-dubai
Box: ‘Ramadan in Dubai’ events
Culture
Dubai International Holy Quran Award
Venue: Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Date: June 6 — 25
Quran memorisation and recitation contests and Islamic lectures
www.quran.gov.ae/
Open Doors, Open Minds — Ramadan Iftar
Venue: Shaikh Mohammad Centre for Cultural Understanding (SMCCU)
Date: June 8 — July 4
Held in a wind-tower house in Al Fahidi historic district of old Bur Dubai, and hosted by Emiratis, the cultural experience enables an interactive opportunity for learning more about Ramadan, as well as the UAE history, culture and cuisine.
Make a group booking by visiting: www.cultures.ae/index.php/contact
Princess Haya Bint Al Hussain Centre — Ramadan Initiatives
Venue: Princess Haya Bint Al Hussain Islamic Cultural Centre
Date: June 6 — July 4
A series of Islamic activities for the Muslim women society such as a Quran Challenge, Quran Recitation activities and Islamic lectures throughout the month of Ramadan. Join gatherings of culture and tradition by engaging with Muslim women and learning more about Islam.
Zayed Humanitarian Work Day
Venue: Elderly Home
Date: June 24
On the 19th day of Ramadan every year, the UAE celebrates Zayed Humanitarian Work Day in memory of the late Shaikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, who passed away on that day.
www.dubaiculture.gov.ae/en/Pages/default.aspx
Culture — All year round
Jumeirah Mosque
Venue: Jumeirah Beach Road
Throughout Ramadan
Learn more about Emirati culture and the UAE by visiting Jumeirah Mosque during the day before Iftar.
Al Ahmadiya School & Heritage House
Venue: Al Fahidi Fort
Throughout Ramadan
A former residence of a wealthy pearl merchant, and the first school of its kind in Dubai, Al Ahmadiya School and Heritage House dates back to the 1890s. Learn about Emirati culture this Ramadan at the venue
Shopping
Ramadan Night Market
Venue: Za’abeel Halls 4 & 5, Dubai World Trade Centre
Date: June 23 — July 2
Bringing over 300 retailers from across the world together, Ramadan Night Market offers visitors endless shopping opportunities, as well as family fun.
Eventra Ramadan Fair
Venue: Sunset Mall, Jumeirah Road
Date: June 15 — June 20
Local and regional retailers showcase their talents through fashion, food and more.
Malls across Dubai
Most of the malls across the city of Dubai keep their lights on and shopping is extended to a few hours later than the rest of the year
Sports and Games
Dubai Sports World
Venue: Shaikh Saeed Halls, Dubai World Trade Centre
Date: June 5 — August 27
The UAE’s largest indoor summer sports venue offers athletes and sports lovers the opportunity to engage in 10 weeks of action-packed sports, tournaments, and engaging activities.
www.dubaisportsworld.ae/pages/dswhome
Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament (NAS)
Venue: Nad Al Sheba Sports complex
Date: June 7 — June 29
NAS offers tournaments and competitions in several sports including: football, volleyball, squash, paddle tennis, running, etc
www.nasst.ae
Gastronomy
Hotels & Tents
Most of Dubai’s hotels embrace Ramadan and have tents set up for the occasion, offering iftar and suhour
Laserdrome
Venue: Dubai Motor City — Dubai
Throughout Ramadan
Challenge yourself and your friends to a battle of laser guns in a dungeon style decorated venue, with lighting and artificial fog aimed at challenging opponents.
www.dubaiautodrome.com/contact-2/
iFly
Venue: City Centre Mirdif
Throughout Ramadan
Feel the sensation of skydiving by soaring to new heights in the 10-meter acrylic glass tunnels.
Dubai Butterfly Garden
Venue: Al Barsha South 3, Dubailand Area, Beside Dubai Miracle Garden — Dubai
Throughout Ramadan
Consists of nine custom built domes around 2,600 meters square, as well as a butterfly museum; and is home to thousands of colourful butterflies from around the world.
Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary
Venue: Ras Al Khor, Dubai
Throughout Ramadan
Located at the mouth of Dubai’s Creek, the sanctuary is the destination of choice for tens of thousands of migrating birds.
