The Department Of Culture And Tourism – Abu Dhabi’s July Events Round Up – Festivals, Performing Arts, Workshops
Festivals
21st LIWA DATE FESTIVAL (14 – 27 July 2025)
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, the 21st Liwa Date Festival will take place in Liwa City, Al Dhafra Region. Organised by the Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority, the festival reaffirms its commitment to celebrating one of the UAE’s most enduring cultural and agricultural traditions.
Time: 4:00PM – 6:00PM
Location: Liwa City, Al Dhafra Region
For more details, please visit: https://abudhabiculture.ae/en/events/liwa-date-festival
Performing Arts
CONCERT OF THE DISTINGUISHED BAIT AL OUD STUDENTS (11 July 2025)
Bait Al Oud – Abu Dhabi is pleased to invite you to the Outstanding Students Concert, featuring a remarkable artistic performance by Forty of our distinguished students. The evening promises a celebration of their talent, dedication, and musical excellence.
Time: 8:00PM
Location: Bait Al Oud
ALYA’S ADVENTURE, EMIRATI THEATRE (11 July 2025)
Alya’s Adventure is a magical journey that brings the power of teamwork to life. Transported to the enchanting world of Tutyum Jafyaji, Alya must learn the rules of cooperation to navigate mysterious realms and overcome every challenge.
Time: 7:00PM
Location: Cultural Foundation Auditorium, Ground Floor
For more details, please visit: https://culturalfoundation.ae/en/event/Emirati-Theatre-Alyas-Adventure
Workshops
AL MAQTA’A ART WORKSHOP (12 – 13 July 2025)
Al Maqta’a Museum, in collaboration with the Children Art Centre, is organising a series of inspiring creative workshops for children ages 10-16 years. These workshops draw on the unique elements of the Al Maqta’a area.
Time: 4:00PM – 5:00PM
5:00PM – 6:00PM
Location: Al Maqta’a Museum – La Petite Café
For more details, please visit: https://abudhabiculture.ae/en/events/al-maqtaa-art-workshops
EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS (Until 23 July 2025)
Creative & cultural experiences for all ages. The workshops include Emirati Majlis, pottery painting, painting on seashells, and Decoupage.
For more details, please visit: https://abudhabiculture.ae/en/events/educational-workshops
Time: 5:00PM – 7:00PM
Location: Delma Museum
ART WORKSHOPS (Until 30 July 2025)
Cultural foundation is hosting a series of interactive and educational art workshops.
Time: Times vary
Location: Cultural Foundation
For more details, please visit: https://culturalfoundation.ae/en/calendar?category=Workshops
AL QATTARA ART WORKSHOPS (Until 31 July 2025)
Enjoy a series of workshops and courses for the entire family, giving arts enthusiasts the chance to immerse themselves in the creative arts scene.
Time: 3:00PM – 8:00PM
Location: Al Qattara Arts Centre
For more details, please visit: https://abudhabiculture.ae/en/events/al-qattara-art-workshops
THE LITTLE GUIDE AT DELMA MUSEUM (14 July – 14 August 2025)
Delma Museum is organising the “Young Guide” Initiative – a programme designed to train participants to become museum guides, while also promoting awareness of local heritage and the history of the region. This initiative offers a valuable opportunity to foster a sense of community belonging and engage with cultural heritage, contributing to cultural dialogue and the dissemination of knowledge.
Time: 4:00PM – 6:00PM
Location: Delma Museum
For more details, please visit: https://abudhabiculture.ae/en/events/the-little-guide-at-delma-museum
ART STUDIO WORKSHOPS & DROP-IN SESSIONS (Until 30 September 2025)
Art Studio at Manarat Al Saadiyat is a multi-disciplinary arts space designed to bring hands-on arts education programmes, art classes, drop-in sessions, workshops, and outreach initiatives to students, adults, children, and families in the Emirate.
Time: Times vary
Location: Manarat Al Saadiyat
For more details, please visit: https://manaratalsaadiyat.ae/en/artstudio/workshopsandclasses/
ACTIVITIES AND WORKSHOPS BY MAKTABA (Daily)
Maktaba is hosting a series of engaging and informative workshops.
Time: Times vary
Location: Locations vary
For more details, please visit: https://library.dctabudhabi.ae/calendar
CHILDREN’S LIBRARY – DAILY PROGRAMME (Daily)
Interactive programmes and activities which have been designed to promote literacy, learning and creative thinking. Enjoy favourites such as Storytime, Baby & Me, Tinker Tots & Maker Mums and much more.
Time: Times vary
Location: Cultural Foundation
For more details, please visit: https://culturalfoundation.ae/en/event/Library-Daily-Programme
