One of the biggest events in the area, the Liwa International Festival 2025, began in Abu Dhabi on Friday. The Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT) organizes the festival in partnership with Liwa Sports Club, featuring a wide range of motorsport competitions, traditional festivities, and leisure pursuits.
Motorsport fans, families, and tourists are all invited to experience the splendor of Al Dhafra, Abu Dhabi, at the Liwa International Festival 2025.
The Monster Jam Championship, live concerts, camel racing, hot air balloon displays, auto stunt contests, and much more are among the events.
The festival provides a variety of camping options. Visitors can bring their own camping equipment to public camping spots, hire RVs, or stay in opulent desert-style tents.
One of the world's tallest sand dunes, Moreeb Dune, is the focal point of the festival. With a 50-degree gradient and a height of 300 meters, it is the ideal venue for exhilarating motorsport events. Due to its striking scenery, it has become a well-liked location for filmmakers, solidifying its status as a regional icon of adventure.
With an exciting lineup of events, this year's festival is sure to leave a lasting impression on all attendees. The Liwa Sports Club's official website has all the information about the contests and activities.
The event includes Liwa Village, a lively area that celebrates real Emirati history through traditional food, crafts, and performances. In addition to shopping at local vendor booths displaying Emirati goods, visitors can take part in family activities, hear musical performances, and explore a craft market.
Traditional Emirati activities including horse racing, falconry, and camel racing are highlighted throughout the festival. A variety of desert sports, including as pigeon hunting and shooting contests, are available to visitors, giving them a true Emirati experience.
