Sharjah Full List of Events for UAE National Day

Sharjah unveiled a 10-day golden jubilee celebration to mark the UAE’s 50-year celebrations.

It will begin on November 23 to December 3, with concerts by Emirati artists Hussain Al Jassmi and Balqees planned, along with a dazzling fireworks display and roaming entertainment to keep the little ones thrilled.

Here are all the events planned for the celebrations in Sharjah:

Emirati artists

Fayez Al Saeed, Balqees and Hussain Al Jassmi are set to entertain their fans with special performances. Fayez Al Saeed and Balqees will perform at a joint concert on December 1 at the Khorfakkan Amphitheatre while Hussain Al Jassmi will entertain audiences in his trademark style at Al Majaz Amphitheatre, backed by Faisal Al Jasim, Mohammed Al Menhali, and Almas, on December 3.

Kalba

Rare classic car show and fireworks: Kalba Corniche Park’s will host a classic car and bike show on November 26 which will showcase several rare cars and motorcycles. A dazzling fireworks display will follow.

Khorfakkan

Roaming performances in Khorfakkan: on November 23 celebrations will begin with a wide range of activities, including traditional Emirati music and dance shows. A hot-air balloon, the balloon of the ‘UAE President’, will fly high across the ancient city.

Residents and visitors can also look forward to live music concerts, acrobatic shows, and theatre performances.

Al Madam

Poetry and music in Al Madam: Al Madam city will host a vibrant programme of musical shows and poetry sessions on November 25, delivered by prominent artists as well as classical Arabic poets. The audience can also compete to win prizes for ‘best video clip about Al Madam’.

Al Hamriyah

On November 25, the heritage village of Al Hamriyah will bring Emirati maritime heritage to life through a broad range of activities, including educational and creative workshops, musical shows and ‘Nabati’ poetry sessions.

Al Hisn Island

On November 25, a national march will be held from the city centre to the UAE flagpole situated in Al Hisn Island. The activities in the eastern town includes an operetta marking the 50th year, and a performance by Omani singer Abdullah Al Wasmi.

Sharjah National Park

From November 29 to December 3.

The venue will host games, entertainment and traditional foods With more than 20 different events planned, the audience can enjoy tourist tours, folk dances, competitions and lucky draws as well as traditional food and games.

Al Dhaid

Al Dhaid city will explore the beauty of Arabic poetry through a series of Emirati and classical Arabic poetry sessions as well as traditional music shows and competitions from November 29 to December 1.