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SUMMARY:Al Hosn Festival
DESCRIPTION:Two weeks of Emirati culture\, past and present – “a living expression of Abu Dhabi’s cultural heritage” – in what is probably the traditional heart of Abu Dhabi. \nBuilding on the success of the last festival\, the 2025 event sees the return of the traditional crafts area Makers Space – “through a rich programme of workshops\, talks and design showcases\, guests can learn skills for camping\, adventure and navigating the environment\, and explore how a deep history of life lived in harmony with the landscape is echoed in fresh approaches to design in the UAE today”. \nAlso returning is the Gahwa Championships for the preparation of traditional Arabic coffee; House of Artisans will present Al Teeb\, a celebration of traditional Emirati perfumery; and isitors can also learn more about Emirati culture with Sanad Al Sanaa\, a play showcasing national values like hospitality\, solidarity and cooperation.  \nThe festival’s rousing main show\, created in partnership with Abu Dhabi Heritage Police\, brings together shadow-play projections\, grand poetry recitals\, and a performance of the traditional Al Tcholeeb – horseriders chant poetry in rhythm with their horses’ hooves as they celebrate their victorious return to Qasr Al Hosn. \nNew this year is a Women’s Majlis\, rooted in the desert environment\, and a chance to get up close and personal with the hunting animals of the region. There are performances\, souks\, F&B\, arts and crafts\, family workshops\, camels\, poetry\, film\, gaming\, fashion\, and more … \nThe full programme is here. The festival open 4pm to 11pm every day. \n  \n  \n \n 
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/al-hosn-festival/
LOCATION:Al Hosn\, Abu Dhabi
CATEGORIES:Festival,Heritage
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SUMMARY:Emirates Airline Festival of Literature
DESCRIPTION:The UAE’s biggest and best literary event is back at the newly renovated InterContinental Dubai Festival City\, with the usual cornucopia of writers\, creators and thought leaders – a total of around 150 events. That’s slightly fewer than usual\, and the festival is a day shorter than last year; there’s still the usual favourites (Desert Stanzas\, LitFest After Hours\, Discovery Talks\, the LitFest Families programme) running alongside the busy schedule of author talks and panels. \nBig-name authors this time include Abraham Verghese\, Hala Gorani\, Daniel Handler (aka Lemony Snicket)\, Chigozie Obioma\, Abdel Illah Benarafa\, poet and author Khalid Albudoor\, and the celebrated Palestinian chef and cookbook author Fadi Kattan. \n“Global conversations around identity and culture have never been more crucial\,” said LitFest director Ahlam Bolooki\, “and we are honoured to welcome literary icons from across the globe whose works speak to the heart of these issues … Now\, more than ever\, we need stories that connect us to our shared humanity\, and the Emirates LitFest is where those stories happen”. \nThe full programme is here\, including prices. The days usually start at 10am and most sessions should be done by 6pm\, though a few don’t start till 7 or 8pm. \n 
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/emirates-airline-festival-of-literature/
LOCATION:Festival City\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Festival,Words
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SUMMARY:Sikka Art and Design Festival
DESCRIPTION:The latest edition of what is being presented as one of Dubai Culture’s flagship initiatives is back in Al Shindagha Historic District. We’re not sure exactly what you’ll get this year – the website wasn’t working when last we tried it\, though you may have better luck; there seems to be no overall directory/guide available; and the Instagram feed is busy but somewhat incoherent. \nStill\, we’re promised “a rich agenda filled with exhibitions\, programmes\, activities\, live performances\, visual arts\, unique culinary experiences and beyond … a celebration of art which focuses on supporting and showcasing the works of Emirati\, UAE and GCC-based artists”. \nWe do know that something over 40 public art pieces and installations will be displayed across 19 houses and en plein air around Al Shindagha. The festival programme has more than 450 workshops\, talks and panel discussions\, over 100 live performances\, 13 theatrical shows\, and six orchestral performances (among them performances by the Firdaus Orchestra\, the Emirates Youth Symphony Orchestra\, and the Dubai City Sound ensemble). \nThe last Sikka Art and Design Festival apparently attracted nearly 162\,000 visitors. “This year’s edition promises to raise the bar even higher\,” opines the press release. It must be worth checking out …
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/sikka-art-and-design-festival-3/
LOCATION:Al Shindagha\, Dubai Creek\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250214
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SUMMARY:Block Barty
DESCRIPTION:“Better than the art afterparty” claims 421. “We’re ramping up the art season with pop-up vendors\, independent brands\, eclectic workshops\, diverse entertainment\, neighbourhood walks\, and obviously\, more art … Block Barty is for the ‘art’ people\, the non-art art people\, the people you kinda know from the internet but not really because approaching them might be awkward (but you do it anyway). And the people who bring their confused – but supportive – parents to the party.” \nNot sure that tells us much\, but the enthusiasm is undeniable – and it’s all free. The weekend features workshops and participations\, food stalls\, the Urban Market Concept (“pop-ups\, thrifting and more”)\, and live music and breakdancing on stage: \n14 February\n7-9pm Mic Sessions by The Fridge\n9pm-1am Last Seen Live Leoné Murphy\, Fulana\, Adiga & Sammany followed by DJ Mobat & DJ Justiblvck \n15 February\n7-9pm Break Dance Battle by the Urban Market Concept\n9pm-1am Last Seen Live Nurzy\, & Zaid Khaled followed by DJ Gloria & DJ eLo
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/block-barty/
LOCATION:421 Arts Campus\, Mina Zayed\, Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:L’ÉCOLE Festival
DESCRIPTION:“An immersive celebration of jewellery arts” with “an exciting lineup of engaging experiences” that showcase the school’s expertise across its three pillars: art history\, ‘savoir-faire’\, and gemology. The jewellery school’s director\, Sophie Claudel\, describes it as “a celebration of everything we stand for at L’ÉCOLE – sharing knowledge\, inspiring creativity\, and building community. By opening our doors to the public in such a dynamic and joyful way\, we hope to engage families\, students\, and jewellery enthusiasts alike\, creating unforgettable moments and sparking new passions for the jewellery arts”. \nThe two-day festival includes exhibitions\, demos\, hands-on workshops for kids (6-16 years)\, in-person conversations led by L’ÉCOLE’s experts and lecturers\, a curated programme of jewellery-inspired films\, and a gallery spotlighting L’ÉCOLE’s collaborations with local initiatives.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/lecole-festival/2025-02-14/
LOCATION:L’ÉCOLE Middle East\, School of Jewelry Arts\, Building 10\, Dubai Design District\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Festival,Jewellery
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SUMMARY:L’ÉCOLE Festival
DESCRIPTION:“An immersive celebration of jewellery arts” with “an exciting lineup of engaging experiences” that showcase the school’s expertise across its three pillars: art history\, ‘savoir-faire’\, and gemology. The jewellery school’s director\, Sophie Claudel\, describes it as “a celebration of everything we stand for at L’ÉCOLE – sharing knowledge\, inspiring creativity\, and building community. By opening our doors to the public in such a dynamic and joyful way\, we hope to engage families\, students\, and jewellery enthusiasts alike\, creating unforgettable moments and sparking new passions for the jewellery arts”. \nThe two-day festival includes exhibitions\, demos\, hands-on workshops for kids (6-16 years)\, in-person conversations led by L’ÉCOLE’s experts and lecturers\, a curated programme of jewellery-inspired films\, and a gallery spotlighting L’ÉCOLE’s collaborations with local initiatives.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/lecole-festival/2025-02-15/
LOCATION:L’ÉCOLE Middle East\, School of Jewelry Arts\, Building 10\, Dubai Design District\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Festival,Jewellery
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