Dubai Municipality has launched a refreshed Al Ruwayyah winter camping season. Yes, it comes with expanded facilities and experiences, and registration for the 2026-27 winter camping season is now open. Offering recreational activities and greater flexibility for UAE nationals, it runs from November 1st to April 30th, 2027. Here’s all you need to know about the new season, which will be able to accommodate 600 camps.
Dubai Municipality Opens Registration For Al Ruwayyah Winter Camps
#DubaiMunicipality has announced the opening of registration for the 2026–2027 winter camping season in Al Ruwayyah, running from 1 November 2026 to 30 April 2027.
This season, the Municipality is introducing an enhanced camping experience, increasing capacity to 600 winter campsites, a 120% rise compared with previous seasons, alongside new camping options, services, and recreational and community activities to enrich the winter experience for UAE nationals.
Register and book your campsite through https://t.co/pGY39meNLU or through “Dubai Now” app
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Complete with expanded offerings, the refreshed Al Ruwayyah winter camping season includes the return of double-sized camping plots. Yes, offering up to 800 m², these are alongside standard plots, which measure 400 m². In fact, Dubai Municipality has introduced 50 dedicated caravan plots and 10 fully equipped camps. These are available for daily rentals for the first time! These provide additional options for visitors who wish to camp without having to establish or equip their own camps.
There Will Be 600 Camps This Season
As mentioned previously, the camping capacity has been increased to 600 camps, which is an increase of approximately 120%. There are even 10 designated spaces for winter events and gatherings. There are even dedicated areas for family activities, community programmes, seasonal markets, and recreational experiences. In fact, with the addition of the expanded range of activities, there will be more opportunities for families and community members to enjoy the winter season.
Seasonal Permit Holders Can Design & Equip Their Camps Here
By significantly increasing the capacity and introducing new camping options, there will be more opportunities for UAE nationals and their families to enjoy the winter season in a well-organised and safe environment.
In fact, Dubai Municipality also allows seasonal permit holders to design and equip their camps according to their requirements. They can do so after the issuance of necessary permits and demarcation of camping plot boundaries. Moreover, there are dedicated investment opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises at Al Ruwayyah winter camping season.
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How To Register?
Coming to the registrations, UAE nationals can register and reserve their camping plots through the official channel of Dubai Municipality. They can register on the Dubai Now app or visit the website wintercamp.dm.gov.ae. The seasonal reservation is available for periods that range from three to six months; there are separate booking options available for caravan plots.
So if you are looking to do something different this winter, and camping happens to be one of the ways you wish to spend the season with your friends and families, then make sure to register right away.
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FAQs
What has Dubai Municipality launched for Al Ruwayyah winter camping season?
For the Al Ruwayyah winter camping season, Dubai Municipality has increased the camping capacity to 600 camps, which is an increase of approximately 120%.
Has registration opened for the winter camping season?
Yes, registrations have opened for the winter camping season in Al Ruwayyah 2026-27.
