In pictures: Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed Heritage Festival

Artists perform during the Sheikh Zayed Heritage Festival, Abu Dhabi. Sheikh Zayed Heritage Festival is a cultural event held every year in Al Wathba. Named in honour of the UAE’s founding father, the annual festival celebrates the UAE’s culture, traditions and heritage.

Visitors can experience Emirati culture through art, crafts, food and performances throughout the festival.

The family friendly event has plenty to offer culture lovers.

The fountain and laser show is always a crowd favourite at the Shaikh Zayed Festival in Abu Dhabi.

Visitors enjoy a varied cultural shopping experience at the Shaikh Zayed Festival. In addition, the grand pavilions offer live displays of Emirati traditions and showcase landmarks, taking visitors on a voyage back in time to the history of the UAE.

The Sheikh Zayed Festival is organised every winter at Al Wathba.

While the focus remains on Emirati culture, the venue is divided into a series of 30 national pavilions where traders offer thousands of items for sale, from rich honey to winter clothing, from toys and traditional handicrafts.

Artists perform at the Sheikh Zayed Festival, Abu Dhabi.

A colourful central fountain captivates visitors every half hour in the evening, as does a fireworks display at 10pm every Friday.

Traditional performances are held regularly at various country pavilions, including a magic and entertainment show for children.

Children enjoy themselves at the VR gaming area at the Shaikh Zayed Festival.

Visitors get the chance to enjoy food from many parts for the world at the Festival.

Visitors don’t miss the chance to take a few pictures at the Shaikh Zayed Festival in Abu Dhabi.

Apart from the kiosks and shops, there is a dedicated zone for amusement park rides and children’s play.

A colourful central fountain captivates visitors every half hour in the evening, as does a fireworks display at 10pm every Friday.