Khorfakkan Mango Festival returns with prize contests and showcase of premium local produce

A wide range of premium mango varieties grown in Sharjah's Eastern Region will take centre stage later this month at the fifth edition of Khorfakkan Mango Festival, an event aimed at promoting local agriculture, tourism and food security.The three-day festival, which will begin on June 26 at Expo Khorfakkan under the theme "Mango: Our Fruit, Our Wealth", will bring together farmers, producers and visitors from across the UAE to celebrate one of the region's most important seasonal crops..Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here..Organised by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) in cooperation with local authorities and supported by the Sharjah government, the festival has evolved into a major agri-tourism and business platform showcasing the Eastern Region's agricultural potential.The event will feature dozens of locally grown mango varieties alongside competitions offering cash prizes, including the popular Mango Mazayna (Most Beautiful Mango) contest, the Largest Mango competition and the Best Mango Basket category for families.Additional contests for children and innovative mango-based projects will be held on the second day of the festival.Khalil Mohammed Al Mansouri, Director of Government Relations at SCCI, said the festival provides farmers with new marketing opportunities, helping them expand market access, increase revenues and strengthen the local economy.He said the event also supports the UAE's National Food Security Strategy 2051 while reinforcing Khorfakkan's growing reputation as a leading agricultural destination and a key contributor to sustainable economic development.Organisers said comprehensive judging criteria have been established to ensure transparency and fair competition across all categories.What to expect at the 10th Al Dhaid Date Festival in Sharjah.Fresh, local and sustainable: Farmers’ Forum returns to Sharjah.Hatta Farming Festival 2026: 7 rare finds you can buy from Emirati farmers at the local market.Indian mango feast in UAE: Savour rare summer varieties, traditional dishes