Celebrating Eid at the Cultural Sites

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Celebrate Eid Al Adha at our cultural sites and experience the warmth of Emirati heritage at our cultural sites with family and friends.

Museums

Zayed National Museum

Zayed National Museum

Experience The Joy of Eid at Zayed National Museum, a rich cultural programme that spotlights Eid traditions from across the United Arab Emirates.

Enjoy live performances, hands-on activations and shared activities in family friendly spaces that spark joy across generations.

Dates: Throughout Eid Al Adha

Time: 10 AM - 8 PM

Entry: Ticketed

Louvre Abu Dhabi

Louvre Abu Dhabi

Celebrate Eid at Louvre Abu Dhabi with family and enjoy exhibitions and enjoyable activities for all ages.

Dates: Throughout Eid Al Adha

Time: 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM

Entry: Ticketed

Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi

Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi

This Eid, enjoy a variety of family-focused activities and cultivate your curiosity through engaging workshops.

Eid-Themed Cookie Decoration Workshop

Head to Nayzak Café for a festive cookie decorating experience designed especially for young visitors and their families. Decorate beautifully shaped cookies, including camels, mosques, and crescent moons, in a fun and creative activity that adds a sweet touch to your Eid celebrations.

Dates: 26–31 May

Time: All day

Palm Leaf Weaving Workshop

Step into the world of traditional Emirati craftsmanship and learn the art of palm leaf weaving. In this hands-on workshop, explore how natural materials are transformed into beautiful, functional creations, connecting heritage, sustainability, and creativity in one enriching experience.

Dates: 27–29 May

Time: 2-6 PM

Henna Design

Celebrate Eid with intricate henna designs inspired by the beauty of the natural world. From organic patterns to flowing shapes, adorn your hands with designs that reflect nature’s textures and forms.

Dates: 27–29 May

Time: 2-6 PM

Nature Mosaics Workshop

Create your own nature-inspired masterpiece by combining textures, colours, and patterns into a unique mosaic. This creative workshop invites participants to experiment with materials and design compositions that reflect the richness of the natural environment.

Dates: 27–29 May

Time: 1 PM, 3 PM, 5 PM

Dates: Throughout Eid Al Adha

Time: 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM

Entry: Ticketed

Delma Museum

Delma Museum

Experience Emirati heritage this Eid and enjoy special Eid giveaways.

Dates: First Day of Eid
Time: 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

From the Second Day of Eid onwards
Daily: 10 AM – 6 PM
Friday: 2 PM – 6 PM

Entry: Free

Al Ain Museum

Al Ain Museum

Enjoy a traditional Eid through live traditional performances, storytelling and heritage-focused workshops at Al Ain Museum.

Dates: Throughout Eid Al Adha

First day of Eid: 3 PM – 7 PM

Second and third days of Eid: 9 AM – 7 PM

Entry: Ticketed

Cultural Sites

Qasr Al Hosn

Qasr Al Hosn

Experience traditional Emirati performances through a contemporary lens. Visitors are invited to step into the role of the performer through guided rhythm sessions, musical interactions, and moments inspired by Al Ayyala, Al Nahma, and other traditional performing arts.

Dates: Throughout Eid Al Adha

Time: 10 AM – 8 PM

Entry: Free

Abu Dhabi Children’s Library

Abu Dhabi Children’s Library

Celebrate Eid at the Abu Dhabi Children’s Library. Enjoy joyful celebrations with welcoming characters, Eid gifts for children, free workshops, and activities inspired by the beautiful Emirati Eid traditions.

Dates: Throughout Eid Al Adha

Time: 10 AM – 8 PM

Entry: Free

Manarat Al Saadiyat

Manarat Al Saadiyat

Manarat Al Saadiyat presents a curated programme of interactive workshops for children and families during Eid, delivered in partnership with local businesses including Meraki art Studio and Khalifa’s Archives. Bringing together a selection of distinctive, trend-led activations, the programme offers hands-on experiences that enable participants to create their own Eid gifts.

In collaboration with the youngest Emirati creative director and digital artist, Khalifa’s Archives, kidpreneurs will be given the opportunity to showcase their products, engaging with one another and the wider community.

On May 29, as a celebration of community and togetherness, Harmony Abu Dhabi will kick off its open mic series at Manarat Al Saadiyat.

Dates: Throughout Eid Al Adha

Time: 10 AM – 11 PM

Entry: Free

Al Ain Cultural Sites

Al Ain Cultural Sites

Eid Tannour

Experience the traditional tannour through an immersive visual presentation that brings each stage of preparation to life—from the tools to the techniques behind this cherished culinary tradition.

First Day of Eid: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Second Day of Eid: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Location: Al Jahili Fort

Emirati Henna

Al Jahili Fort invites you to attend the workshop “Traditional Emirati Henna Experience” and enjoy a heritage-inspired activity that reflects the beauty of Emirati customs associated with Eid celebrations and special occasions.

Date: 24 May 2026

Time: 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Location: Al Jahili Fort

Entry: Free

Family Portrait

Celebrate the joy of Eid with us and capture the most beautiful moments filled with the festive spirit, traditional attire, and adornment customs that mark the occasion of Eid.

Al Qattara Arts Centre
Day: First Day of Eid Al Adha
Time: 3 PM – 7 PM

Bait Mohammed bin Khalifa
Day: Second Day of Eid Al Adha
Time: 3 PM – 7 PM

Al Ain Oasis
Day: Third Day of Eid Al Adha
Time: 3 PM – 7 PM

Puppet Creation Workshop

Join the Puppet Creation Workshop, an interactive experience where children can create their own puppets while developing their creative and hands-on skills in a fun and innovative way.

Location: Al Qattara Arts Centre

Dates: Second & Third Days of Eid

Time: 4 PM – 5 PM

Age Group: 6–12 years

Fee: AED 75

Special Eid Giveaways

Celebrate Eid with family and friends as treats and special giveaways are distributed across several cultural sites in Al Ain, adding to the festive spirit and joyful atmosphere of the occasion.

Dates: First and Second Days of Eid

Locations: Al Jahili Fort, Qasr Al Muwaiji, Bait Mohammed bin Khalifa

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