His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Visits Liwa International Festival 2026

Liwa is absolutely buzzing with energy as the Liwa International Festival lit up the desert with fireworks, dazzling lights, and non-stop shows. With HH Sheikh Hamdan Bin Zayed Al Nahyan making a visit to the festival to promote the Emirati heritage.

Sheikh Hamdan visited LIWA 2026

Ruler’s Representative of Al Dhafra, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited Liwa International Festival to review the festival’s key sporting and cultural activities, highlighting its role in showcasing the unique attractions of Al Dhafra through a diverse programme of adventure, sports, culture, arts, music, and family-friendly activities.

Celebrating Excellence and Heritage

 

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His Highness praised the participants’ performances and the outstanding organisation of the races, highlighting the leadership’s dedication to fostering investment, sports, and the promotion of national heritage, while boosting tourism in the Al Dhafra Region. Crowds surrounded His Highness’s convoy, capturing every moment of his entrance and exit.

Celebrating Heritage and Excitement at LIWA 2026

LIWA 2026 transforms the Al Dhafra desert into a lively celebration of Emirati culture and adventure, running from 12 December 2025 to 3 January 2026. Over these days, the festival offers motorsports, cultural performances, music, family activities, and dazzling light and fireworks displays, creating an unforgettable atmosphere that highlights the region’s heritage and festive spirit

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