Celebrate Singapore's National Day at Expo 2020 Dubai and immerse yourself in the nation's incredible culture.

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The Opening Ceremony: A Story of Hope

Expo 2020 Dubai, the first Expo in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia region in the 170 years of World Expo history, opened with a celebration of global togetherness and optimism. Spectacular storytelling, performances, fireworks, and immersive projections on the dome of Al Wasl, the heart of Expo 2020, all told a story of collaboration and hope for the future, echoing Expo 2020 Dubai's theme of "Connecting Minds, Creating the Future". Global artists joining in the celebration included Andrea Bocelli, Ellie Goulding, Lang Lang and Mohammed Abdu.

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General view of Al Wasl Plaza 

The first World Expo in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia region, Expo 2020 opened with a celebration of global connection and hope for the future.

Jaw-dropping immersive projections beginning with the fiery birth of our planet.

A celebration of the majesty of nature, both underwater and on land.

Incredible local and international performers.

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Expo 2020 Dubai Opening Ceremony

Long ago, travellers referred to Dubai as Al Wasl, or “the connection” – a name that reflects the area’s heritage as a meeting point. This spirit of coming together takes shape in Al Wasl Plaza, Expo 2020’s spectacular centrepiece and gathering ground for celebration and wonder. 

Situated at the meeting point of Expo’s three thematic districts, Al Wasl Plaza's dome is tall enough to fit the Leaning Tower of Pisa beneath it. By night, she transforms into a 360-degree projection screen, blanketed by more than 250 state-of-the-art projectors. Al Wasl Plaza is a hub for visitors and the vibrant heart of our Expo.

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Daily performances, national day ceremonies and more

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Lush garden spaces for relaxation and connection

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Al Wasl Plaza is 130 metres in diameter and more than 67 metres tall. Delicate-looking despite its titanic scale, her pattern is inspired by our Expo's logo, which is fully visible at the oculus.

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The life force of the Expo 2020 site, Al Wasl Plaza proudly carries the old name of Dubai.

The beating heart of Expo 2020

A series of immersive 360° videos of Al Wasl's projection shows that put you centre stage for each stunning performance. 

DUBAI, 12 October 2021. Underwater Harmony performance at Al Wasl, Expo 2020 Dubai. (Photo by Christopher Pike/Expo 2020 Dubai)


Underwater Harmony performance at Al Wasl

Al Wasl Plaza 360° Immersive Experiences

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Join us in celebrating Singapore's National Day at Expo 2020

Singapore’s decades-long journey from urban jungle to tree-filled green space has earned it the nickname “City in a Garden”. For Expo 2020, the island country has brought a slice of Singaporean greenery to the Dubai desert, creating a lush, fully explorable rainforest experience.

The open-air Singapore Pavilion unfolds across 1,500 square metres of soft tropical plant life, centred upon three striking, themed garden cones and capped by a solar canopy and hanging garden. Sample the authentic flavours of Singapore at the Sky Market, take in the leafy vistas from the canopy walk, or just take a deep breath and enjoy the garden’s calming quiet.


An abundance of plant life amid the Dubai desert, the Singapore Pavilion is a sustainable rainforest paradise, inspired by the island nation’s nickname: “City in a Garden”. The open-air structure is both surrounded by and covered with tropical greenery. Beginning at ground level, a lush garden filled with trees and shrubs encircles the three massive cone structures that form the pavilion’s core. 


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Opportunity I: The Global Goals and Expo 2020

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are our global blueprint for a better world, a collective ambition for equal opportunities for all. During the week, Expo will showcase not just how far we have come, but also how we can join forces and unite to achieve this international roadmap. In addition, the Global Goals Week will shed light on best practices in last-mile delivery, livelihood and the women and girls agenda. 

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From farm to plate, the food value chain is an integral part of society, providing income and livelihoods for billions. The ways in which we currently cultivate food by means of deforestation and food waste however, are all contributing adversely to climate change. Expo will serve as a platform to bring together all stakeholders in various value chains to spotlight localized solutions to food, nutrition and farming challenges. The programme will explore food sustainably, climate-friendly agriculture and other practices that work in harmony with the environment. 


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How do we sustainably grow food to meet future demand?

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Join us in celebrating St Kitts & Nevis National Day at Expo

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Separated by a three-kilometre-wide channel called “The Narrows”, the twin Caribbean islands of Saint Kitts and Nevis attract visitors from around the world with their white-sand beaches and scenic green hills. For Expo 2020, the island federation gave its rising student designers an opportunity to craft how they would like the world to see their home, and it’s a vision of nature, culture and fun. Celebrate the yearly carnival, known as Sugar Mas, with traditional costumes and dances, gaze into infinity mirrors that project you into dramatic Kittitian landscapes and enjoy the flavours and aromas of the islands’ traditional cuisine.

Singapore National Day Ceremony

Singapore National Day Ceremony

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