The Sheikh Zayed Festival 2026 calendar has expanded beyond its traditional winter programme with the inaugural Sheikh Zayed Summer Festival. Running from July 6 to August 23, 2026, the summer edition is taking place at Al Wathba in Abu Dhabi, combining education, innovation, heritage and family activities. The new seasonal…

Al Hosn Festival 2027 will return to Abu Dhabi’s historic Qasr Al Hosn site from January 15 to 30, bringing Emirati heritage, traditional crafts, food, and live performances into a contemporary festival setting. The annual event places the historic landmark at the centre of a programme designed around cultural participation.…

Indian passport holders travelling from India can receive a complimentary UAE entry visa when booking an Abu Dhabi holiday under a new tourism programme. The offer runs until October 31, 2026, and requires eligible travellers to book at least three consecutive nights in an Abu Dhabi hotel. The programme, launched…

Among the most prominent events is the Xposure International Photography Festival, scheduled for March 18–24, 2027, in Aljada, Sharjah. The festival provides a major regional platform for photographers through exhibitions, masterclasses, portfolio reviews and industry discussions. Xposure Leads the UAE Photography Calendar The Xposure International Photography Festival 2027 is expected…

The World Future Energy Summit 2027 will take place from January 12–14, 2027, at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, bringing together energy leaders, policymakers, investors, technology companies and sustainability specialists. The event will focus on renewable energy, decarbonisation, climate technology and the infrastructure required for the global energy transition. The Abu…

ADIPEC 2026 will take place from November 2 to 5 at ADNEC in Abu Dhabi. The event, hosted by ADNOC, will bring energy companies, governments, investors, technology firms, and researchers together. Moreover, organizers expect more than 239,000 attendees and over 2,250 exhibiting companies. (ADIPEC) The exhibition will cover the energy…

The fair also hosts the Dubai International Arabian Horse Championship, which showcases the distinctive breeding and beauty of Arabian horses. Consequently, DIHF combines commercial activity with one of the region’s most established equestrian traditions. Dubai International Horse Fair 2027 Brings the Equestrian Industry Together DIHF is designed to connect businesses…