Best known for hosting Family Feud and The Steve Harvey Morning Show in the US, American comedian, TV host, writer and radio personality Steve Harvey is one of the busiest men in Hollywood. On the occasion of celebrating the International Day of Happiness at Expo 2020 Dubai, he takes the stage at Al Wasl Plaza, speaking about his life, career and experiences in the UAE. 

Steve Harvey at Al Wasl Plaza

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Celebrate the International Day of Happiness at Expo 2020 Dubai with one of TV's most popular hosts, the one and only Steve Harvey, at Al Wasl Plaza.

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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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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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Immersive 360-degree domed projection screen

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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.

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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

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The Beating Heart of Expo 2020

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Co-curated with the UAE Ministry of Community Development, Expo 2020 Dubai celebrates the International Day of Happiness, calling on people to act collectively on promoting happiness and wellbeing. A vibrant programme of discussions and activations across this day address the importance of creating a more inclusive, sustainable and equitable world in order to achieve happier societies.

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We celebrate World Food Day by meeting amazing chefs from the African continent and tasting their delicious cuisine at Expo 2020 Dubai! We hear about contemporary African cuisine incorporating traditional and innovative preparation methods that are gaining the attention of the global culinary scene. Top the leaderboard, win badges and reveal treasures. Your points convert to Seeds of Change which you can pledge to the cause of your choice. Enjoy watching the show and create a Twitch account to join the chat and earn points! Photosensitivity warning: Some areas in Live@Expo broadcasts may feature bright flashing effects that may affect photosensitive viewers.

 Ep 8: Chef's Choice at Alkebulan African Food Hall

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We celebrate World Food Day by meeting amazing chefs from the African continent and tasting their delicious cuisine at Expo 2020 Dubai! Learn from their rich culinary knowledge and diverse life experiences.

Use your Facebook, YouTube, Tik Tok or Twitch account to join the chat and earn points!

Interactive, chat-driven tour co-curated by you, the audience.

Earn badges, go on treasure hunts and top the leaderboard!

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World Food Day is an effort to foster an appreciation of our most basic need, food, and to raise awareness of the growing problem of hunger. This celebration will call for global solidarity in rethinking and reshaping food security and agri-food systems in ways that ensure healthy lives and sustain people and planet. Seeking to put all hands on deck to restore balance in agri-food systems, and to create a world with good food for all.

Our Actions are Our Future.

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A celebration and call for global unity on food security.

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Live@Expo Ep 8: Chef's Choice at Alkebulan African Food Hall

Welcome to an interactive live tour where you and a community of virtual visitors from around the world control where the guide goes and what you see! Earn points and top the leaderboard, win badges and reveal treasures. Your points convert to Seeds of Change which you can pledge to the cause of your choice.

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Join a new virtual tour of the Expo! You control where the guide goes as they explore Expo 2020.

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Enjoy some folklore fusion with a band led by renowned maestro, Dr. Bassam Al-Baloushi. The band consists of Kuwaiti folklore musicians who will perform a selection of pieces that fuse together Arabic, Turkish and international music.

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Enjoy folklore fusion with a band led by renowned maestro, Dr. Bassam Al-Baloushi.

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Kuwait Pavilion

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As a people who have thrived amid the desert’s unforgiving sands, Kuwaitis understand the importance of conserving natural resources. The Kuwait Pavilion at Expo 2020 shares this ethos with the world, focusing on all aspects of sustainability – from efficient new transport networks to futuristic smart homes.

The pavilion’s architecture references the region’s glowing sand and sun, while the towering central funnel is a nod to Kuwait City’s distinctive conical water towers. Journey inside to explore reimagined cities, interactive data banks and a one-of-a-kind “Life Spring” that offers a dazzling visualisation of Kuwait’s sustainable future.


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Influenced by the iconic shapes of the nation’s water towers, sun and sand, the Kuwait Pavilion is a grand golden structure, made of countless triangles joined in a geometric design with a funnel-like canopy overhead. 

The central funnel is inspired by Kuwait City’s iconic water towers. 

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Amritpal Singh Dhillon, or AP Dhillon, is a Punjabi singer, rapper, songwriter and record producer. Dhillon started his career in 2019 and his tunes have found commercial and critical success, with 2020 single 'Majhail' topping both the UK Asian and Punjabi charts. Dhillon's two performances at Expo 2020 Dubai mark his UAE debut, and audiences can expect to hear an electrifying mix of hit tunes and new music. 


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See Indian singer, rapper, songwriter and record producer AP Dhillon perform live at Dubai Exhibition Centre. 

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Expo 2020 connects minds from around the globe. These connections are not limited to the pavilions and parks, but also extend to the vast Dubai Exhibition Centre: a new, state-of-the-art venue for conferences, concerts and more. 

Conveniently located next to the recently completed Expo 2020 metro station, with striking views of the magnificent domed Al Wasl Plaza, the DEC offers 45,000 square metres of customisable event space, 14 exhibition and multi-use halls, on-site catering, and best-in-class audio-visual resources.


A light geometric pattern decorates the DEC’s extraordinarily broad front façade, which features a giant overhanging arch over the entrance to the central plaza area, as well as sloped surfaces that seem to angle away from the entrance like a pair of wings

Steve Harvey at Al Wasl Plaza

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