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Cultural Programme
The festival presents a cultural programme held at Qasr Al Muwaiji and several Majalis and Educational institutions across Al Ain, offering a series of sessions that celebrate heritage, empower youth, and address community issues.
These sessions serve as a platform that brings together members of the community, from senior citizens to youth and children, strengthening connections across the community. Through this meaningful exchange, social values are reinforced, and positive principles are nurtured to help build a united and collaborative community.
The sessions are organized in collaboration with various government institutions and Majalis Abu Dhabi – Al Ain.
Sung Poetry Nights Programme
Since 2025 has been declared the “Year of the Community,” the programme’s fourth edition shines a spotlight on Al Ain’s poets and celebrates the city’s rich poetic heritage. It includes eight poetry sessions at Qasr Al Muwaiji, showing how poetry has always been part of everyday life, with more than 30 poets taking part.
Educational Programme
The main stage at the festival’s venue, at Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium, hosts a series of performances held throughout the festival days. The programme includes scientific and theatrical shows, entertaining competitions, and meetings with talented children, in addition to book reading sessions offering a rich variety of activities for all family members.
The Alpha Corner features a selection of interactive workshops designed for children and young people aged 5 to 14, covering themes that combine art, science, technology, and literature in an engaging and creative learning environment.
As part of the festival’s commitment to expanding its partnerships with educational institutions, a number of sessions are also organised in schools and universities under our “Educational Roadshow” initiative, aiming to promote the festival’s message of celebrating culture and fostering knowledge and creativity.
Musical and Arts Programme
The programme presents a series of musical performances that bring a lively and vibrant atmosphere to Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium, alongside visual art installations spread throughout the venue and an immersive interactive experience that adds a creative and artistic touch, reflecting the harmony between art and space.
- Al Ain in a Picture: An Immersive Sensory Experience
An enclosed space featuring digital screens that display videos of Al Ain’s most iconic landmarks, created in collaboration with Emirati photographer Mansour Al Mansoori. The installation offers a unique visual journey enhanced by the scent of bukhoor and traditional perfumes, evoking the spirit of the past and the essence of Emirati heritage — taking visitors on an unforgettable sensory experience.
Flavourful Nights Programme
The Flavourful Nights programme launches for the first time at the Al Ain Book Festival, adding a lively and interactive dimension to the festival. The programme features live cooking shows in a kitchen, where creativity meets passion, offering visitors an enjoyable experience that blends entertainment with learning.
It also aims to showcase local talents from Al Ain and highlight the richness and diversity of Emirati cuisine, creating a platform that celebrates innovation, culture, and community connection.