Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in the Al Dhafra Region, the Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi has announced that the third edition of the Liwa International Festival 2025 will take place from 13 December 2024 to 4 January 2025 at Liwa, in the Al Dhafra region.
The Liwa International Festival, organised in collaboration with Liwa Sports Club, Al Dhafra Municipality, Abu Dhabi Police, and Miral, will host an array of activities for 23 consecutive days, reinforcing Al Dhafra’s position as a leading winter destination, both regionally and globally, for camping, adventure, and traditional sports, racing, and automotive and motorcycle challenges.
The Liwa International Festival 2025 features the participation of top professionals and competitors from around the world. Visitors can also look forward to an exciting lineup of fireworks displays, live music performances, and a variety of desert activities amidst the natural beauty of the Al Dhafra region.
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi will once again organise desert, arts, and entertainment events during the festival, along with the Liwa Village, which celebrates Emirati heritage.
The Liwa International Festival offers visitors a chance to explore a wide array of experiences, including a main stage for musical performances and celebrations, various dining options, a crafts market, creative workshops, family-friendly activities, a children's play area, and local vendors showcasing the best Emirati products. Visitors will have access to a range of hospitality and accommodation options, from luxurious units to desert lodgings and tents adorned with traditional Sadu fabric and safari tents.
The first sporting events will commence on 13 December with a two-day car exhibition, followed by various competitions and activities leading up to the last three days, which will feature the Hill Climbing Championship — one of the most exciting and well-known competitions of the event. The festival will also highlight traditional sports such as falconry, camel racing, and horse racing, as well as pigeon shooting and archery.
The Liwa International Festival highlights the unique tourism offerings of the Al Dhafra region, inviting all community members to make memories with family and friends while nurturing their passion for adventure, sports, culture, arts, and music.
