Find out everything that’s happening onsite for the UAE Golden jubilee celebration at Expo 2020 Dubai, so you can plan your day and make the most of your Expo experience! From stunning performances and child-friendly shows to sporting activities and live demonstrations!

Events and Activities at Expo 2020

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Discover what’s happening onsite today at Expo 2020 Dubai. 

Join us in celebrating the UAE 50th National Day at Expo 2020

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Open-heartedness and ambition are values captured by the UAE Pavilion, designed by renowned architect Santiago Calatrava. The remarkable building is reminiscent of a falcon in flight, inspired by our national bird. Once inside, go on a multisensory journey that chronicles the rise of a nation of “dreamers who do”. Traverse a dreamlike landscape filled with dunes of real sand to learn about our nation’s founding father Sheikh Zayed, the natural wonders of the Emirates and their rapid modernisation. Be inspired by stories of the UAE dreamers building an inclusive future as the desert sun filters through the pavilion’s oculus. 

The design of the UAE Pavilion evokes a falcon in flight; referencing the Emirates’ traditional art of falconry. The main building resembles a titanic oval, with a grand, four storey entrance set into the tip. More than 25 feather-like panels are arranged at the dome of the pavilion, each curving down toward the entry of the structure. 

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UAE Pavilion

UAE 50th National Day

Get an authentic Emirate welcome as you enter the Expo site. The Emirati entertainment includes dances, singing and performances such as Ayala Al Bahriya, Al Harbeya, Al Liwa and more.


Emirati Welcome

The Official Ceremony of the Russia's National Day including the flag raising, national anthem, official delegate speeches and a cultural performance


Russia National Day Ceremony

In the Expo 2020 spirit of spontaneity and cross-cultural fusion, traditional Emirati performers and International Participants will come together in a collaborative showcase of music and dance.


Cultural Fusion ft. International Participants and UAE performers

Welcome to this dazzling ‘Colours of the World’ Parade! Nigeria struts its stuff as it entertains and delights you with a colourful and joyous parade of music, song and dance. It’s a chance to experience the welcoming warmth of its people.


Colours of the World Parade

Watch one of Russia’s top performers showcase our cultural heritage through music.  


Music in the Garden – Russia

Watch the spellbinding Al Fursan aerobatics team fly, tumble and twirl through the air, painting the sky with smoking trails of green, white, black and red above Expo 2020 Dubai.

Fursan Al Emarat: Planes Fly-Over

Enjoy the electronic sounds of Muhaisna Four. 

Muhaisna Four

Al-Ayaala Dancers

Join Rashid and Latifa in a vibrant and colourful celebration of the international diversity of Expo 2020, representing countries from around the world.


Rashid and Latifa’s Parade

Enjoy some authentic Surinamese music, from Surinamese pop music to folk music. A combination of drums from different cultures will lead the way. Well-known Surinamese artists will perform on stage and represent Suriname at Expo 2020.


Suriname Multicultural Music Fusion

“Paskong Pinoy” (Filipino Christmas) ushers in the Christmas season with musical performances featuring community-based chorale groups in the UAE singing Filipino Christmas carols as well as western tunes.


Paskong Pinoy Chorale Concert

Rock the night away with the international 8-piece Exposonix Band, as you sing along to all the classics, surrounded by the unique setting of Expo 2020.


Exposonix

Turn your gaze towards the sky! This dazzling drone show runs for 15 minutes and the best place to watch it is from Earth Plaza. Get ready to take those snaps to share on social media!


Expo Drone Show

This world-class theatrical performance will blend imagination, human performance and Al Wasl’s unique abilities in an unforgettable way. Embark on a story of the UAE, the progress of the last 50 years and the values that continue to carry this nation.


Journey of the 50th (Expo 2020 Dubai Golden Jubilee Show)

Give your ears a treat with a combination of pop and jazz with a sprinkling of electronic flavour. Groovy rhythms, impelling bass lines, keyboard and trumpet mix with Seventies jazzrock, and melt into an exciting and unique combination of music.


Barabás Lőrinc Quartet

Celebrate the UAE's Golden Jubilee by taking in the spectacular firework display.

Fireworks

Dance the night away to the music of this amazing DJ. 


DJ Performance

Late Nights @ Expo

Mohammed Al Shehi is an Emirati singer/composer who began composing his own songs and the songs of other artists when he was 20. He's worked with many poets, including Ali Al-Amri, Hamad bin Ghalidha, Hazza Al-Mansoori, and Muhammad Jamal Al-Shamsi.


Mohammed El Shehi @ Expo

Dance the night away to the amazing music of this incredible DJ.

UAE 50th National Day at Expo: 3 December 

Expo 2020 coincides with the United Arab Emirates' biggest national celebration yet – the UAE's UAE 50th National Day. To commemorate this historic event, Expo 2020 Dubai will celebrate the UAE’s extraordinary journey over the last 50 years, while also looking towards the next 50. It will share with every visitor the joy and pride that Emiratis have for their nation and their ambitious and inclusive vision for a global future.

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Celebrate the UAE’s extraordinary journey over the last 50 years as well as the next 50.

Expo 2020 Dubai UAE Golden Jubilee Attractions

UAE Golden Jubilee

With our planet today home to 7.8 billion people, we put the spotlight on co-existence, understanding different faiths, creating inclusive dialogue, and so much more. During this Theme Week, Expo will provide a platform for diverse voices from all corners of the world to reimagine how spaces, environments and storytelling can become more inclusive by focusing on multiculturalism and peaceful co-existence.

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How can we foster a greater common understanding to enable more tolerant and inclusive societies?

Tolerance & Inclusivity Week

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?

Food, Agriculture & Livelihoods Week

Physical and digital connectivity not only brings us all closer together, but are also the bedrock of healthy and empowered societies. Under this Theme Week, Expo will explore the ways in which technology is being harnessed to better fields of mobility, health, travel and much more. Smart and sustainable mobility, AI (artificial intelligence) for good, virtual learning, remote work, and data privacy are among the myriad issues that will be addressed. 


Navigating a Changing World

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How will we balance the impact of digital expansion with our physical reality?

Events and Activities at Expo 2020

Activities

Emirati Welcome

Russia National Day Ceremony

Cultural Fusion ft. International Participants and UAE performers

Colours of the World Parade

Music in the Garden – Russia

Emirati Welcome

Russia National Day Ceremony

Cultural Fusion ft. International Participants and UAE performers

Colours of the World Parade

UAE 50th National Day.

This event is part of theUAE Golden Jubilee.

This event is part of the
UAE Golden Jubilee.