Ramadan Night Market
The night market invites people from all over the UAE to enjoy ten days of a unique shopping experience. They can explore a wide variety of products and splurge just in time for Eid. The market features products from all over the world.
Where Hall 7 & 8, Dubai World Trade Centre
When June 1-10, 8pm-2am
Admission Dh5 for visitors above the age of five
Dubai International Holy Quran Awards
Dubbed as the most beautiful recitation contest, this competition is open to participants from all over the Arab world. It is also a great opportunity to learn more about Islam and its teachings.
Where Main Auditorium, Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Deira
When Ramadan 1-20, 1438 Hijri
Admission Visit Quran.gov.ae for details
Ramadan Night Runs
Get off the couch and get fit this Ramadan. This community event is not exclusive to professional athletes and encourages first-time social runners to participate as well. Each run features three distances and takes place on safe, private traffic-free roads.
Where and When June 2, from 10.15pm, Abu Dhabi Yas Circuit; June 9, from 10.15pm, Dubai Autodrome
Time The 10km and 5km runs start at 10.15pm; the 3km starts at 10.20pm
Admission Participants need to register online before the race.
Ramadanisation 2017
An art exhibition hosted by Ductac will showcase the work of artists, reflecting their views on what Ramadan means to them, and what it means to be Muslim.
Where Gallery of Light at Dubai Community Theatre and Arts Centre
When May 24 to June 27, 9am–10pm
Admission Free
Nad Al Sheba sports tournament
Get fit and active this Ramadan. This sports tournament invites male and female athletes from different countries to compete against each other in games such as paddle tennis, archery, volleyball, running, wheelchair basketball and goalball.
Where Nad Al Sheba Sports Complex
When June 1 to June 20
Admission Free
Ramadan and Eid Festival
Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre is hosting the popular annual festival. The event features a variety of exhibitors, pavilions from around the world, art corner and charity programmes.
Where: Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre
When: May 27 to June 28
Admission Free
Place Du Ramadan
Explore more than 20 boutiques, enjoy great food, live music, talks and entertainment all in one place. Head down to Al Serkal Avenue where you can celebrate the spirit of Ramadan in a North African theme bazaar.
Where Warehouse 46, Al Serkal Avenue, Al Quoz
When June 21 to June 24
Admission Free
— The writer is an intern at Gulf News Commercial Publishing
