The 12th edition of Sharjah Light Festival is here filled with shows, art displays, and entertainment activities for families and individuals of all ages from the UAE and abroad. The festival will be running for 12 days from February 8 to 19, covering prominent
The 13 Sharjah landmarks and locations that will light up as part of the festival are:
- University City Hall
- Al Noor Mosque
- Khalid Lagoon Corniche
- Sharjah Mosque
- Al Majaz Waterfront
- Sharjah Fort (Al Hisn)
- Al Hamriyah Municipality building
- Al Dhaid Fort
- Al Rafisah Dam in Khorfakkan
- Kalba Clock Tower
- Sheikh Rashid bin Ahmed Al Qasimi Mosque in Dibba Al Hisn
- Headquarters of the Beeah Group.
- The Light Village
The village, which extends over an area of 19,000sqm, hosts 41 Emirati-owned small and medium-sized projects, offering visitors an array of food, drinks, and sweets. The Light Museum is also on the list, along with areas dedicated to games, entertainment activities, and live shows, providing families with an integrated experience and an attractive entertainment destination.
The authority aims to attract more than 60,000 visitors to the village throughout the duration of the festival.
The SCTDA has assigned a team to manage the festival’s activities, with over 80 volunteers assigned to support visitors and help them enjoy the experience.
The Sharjah Light Festival is sponsored by government and private entities in the emirate, including Sharjah Municipality; Sharjah Police General Command; Sharjah Civil Defence Authority; Sharjah Electricity, Water, and Gas Authority; Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority; BEEAH Group; Sharjah Airport Authority; University City of Sharjah, and the Sharjah Institute for Heritage. Meanwhile, media sponsors include the Sharjah Government Media Bureau and the Sharjah Broadcasting Authority.
