Eid Al Etihad is an important holiday for the UAE. And if you are planning to do something special for this national holiday, then you have to check out the Global Village. We say this because this famous entertainment destination is all set for three days of celebrations. Yes, complete with drone shows, local handicrafts, traditional Emirati performances and more, here’s all you need to know about the celebrations that will be taking place at Global Village on the occasion of Eid Al Etihad.
Global Village To Celebrate Eid Al Etihad
Visitors at Global Village can expect programmes that celebrate the heritage of the UAE for the occasion of Eid Al Etihad. These will be taking place from December 1st to 3rd. The celebrations will be through theatrical performances on the main stage, traditional dances, and even a special drone show that will light up the sky on the nights of December 2nd and 3rd.
A Drone Show For The National Day Celebrations
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The drone show is one of the highlights of this year’s Eid al Etihad celebrations. It will be taking place on the aforementioned dates, and visitors will be able to gather with the family to see the night sky lit up for the National Day celebrations. The festivities will, however, begin earlier, with UAE flag colours illuminating the gates of the entertainment destination along with main landmarks from November 27th onwards. There are even going to be Emirati performances, which will be taking the stage for this joyful occasion.
A Theatrical Operetta
A 30-minute theatrical operetta called ‘UAE Glory and Pride’ is going to take place on the main stage. The production combines music, traditional dance, and theatre performances, which explores the maritime and desert heritage of the UAE. The show timings, if you’re interested, will be as follows.
- December 1st: 7:50 pm & 9:35 pm
- December 2nd: 7:50 pm & 10:45 pm
- December 3rd: 7:50 pm & 9:25 pm
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Emirati Crafts Worth Discovering
While exploring the village, don’t forget to shop for Emirati crafts. Yes, visitors will get to browse locally-made creations and even discover products made by Emirati families. As it happens, the Heritage Village, which is affiliated with Hamdan Bin Mohammed Heritage Center, is another stop that attendees will want to check out.
After all the exploring, when it comes to refuelling for energy, attendees will learn to sample some Emirati favourites. We are talking about freshly prepared ragag bread and luqaimat. Maqha Hamad at Heritage Village is an absolute must-visit place if you wish to explore food. As it happens, there are even food kiosks that serve Emirati cuisine that are worth checking out. This is especially for those who are looking to indulge in traditional cuisine to get in the spirit of the National Day.
So, if all of these details are good to you and you are also looking to do something special for National Day this December, don’t forget to drop by Global Village.
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FAQs
When does UAE celebrate National Day?
The UAE National Day is celebrated on December 2nd and 3rd.
Is Global Village doing something special for the UAE National Day?
Yes, Global Village is offering a special drone show for the occasion of National Day, along with traditional Emirati food, crafts for shoppers, and performances that celebrate the heritage of the UAE.
