Dubai Expo City runs a packed calendar through 2026. Events like the Harvest Festival, Sea Shadow, Opera Under the Dome, and live concerts by the Firdaus Orchestra are already drawing attention.
The Al Wasl Season programming runs through May 2026, covering Entertainment, Special, Community, and Classical events.
Read on to find every upcoming event with exact dates, timings, ticket prices, and age groups so you can plan your visit without guesswork.
Dubai Expo City Events 2026 Dates And Timings
Here is every confirmed Expo City Dubai event from February through May 2026, sorted by date so you can spot what fits your schedule and book before seats run out.
| Event Name | Date | Timings | Ticket Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weaving a dream of thousands of years | 24 Feb 2026 | 10:00-18:00 | AED 40 |
| Going to Heaven | 24 Feb 2026 | 20:00-22:00 | AED 65 |
| Ramadan Nights: a Terra gardens pop-up | 28 Feb, 1, 7, 8, 14, 15 Mar 2026 | 16:00-22:00 | AED 20 |
| Sea Shadow | 03 Mar 2026 | 20:15-22:00 | AED 65 |
| Spring camp at Terra | 16-27 Mar 2026 | 09:00-14:00 | AED 190 |
| Harvest Festival – Spring Edition | 04 Apr 2026 | 16:00-22:00 | AED 50 |
| Classical masterpieces by Firdaus Orchestra | 11 Apr 2026 | As listed | AED 75 |
| Opera Under the Dome by Firdaus Orchestra | 25 Apr 2026 | As listed | AED 75 |
| Harvest Festival – Summer Edition | 02 May 2026 | 16:00-22:00 | AED 50 |
| Women’s Pavilion Return to Work Programme (HSBC) | 18 May 2026 | 09:00-13:00 | Free |
Tickets for high-demand nights, especially the Firdaus Orchestra concerts, sell out early, so book at least two weeks ahead.
Now, here is a closer look at each Dubai Expo City event in detail.
1. Weaving a Dream of Thousands of Years
| Event Name | Weaving a dream of thousands of years |
|---|---|
| Date | 24 Feb 2026 |
| Timings | 10:00-18:00 |
| Location | Expo City Dubai |
| Ticket Price | AED 40 |
| Age Limit | All ages |
Weaving a Dream of Thousands of Years puts ancient textile traditions on display across Expo City’s cultural spaces, giving visitors eight hours to move through at their own pace.
At AED 40, it sits among the most affordable daytime events on the calendar. School groups, curious adults, and anyone drawn to craft and cultural heritage will find the most value here.
2. Going to Heaven
| Event Name | Going to Heaven |
|---|---|
| Date | 28 Feb, 1, 7, 8, 14, 15 Mar 2026 |
| Timings | 20:00-22:00 |
| Location | Expo City Dubai |
| Ticket Price | AED 65 |
| Age Limit | 13+ |
Going to Heaven runs on the same evening as the textile exhibition but targets a completely different crowd. It is an immersive after-dark show built around sensory experience, running two hours from 20:00 to 22:00 at AED 65.
Teens aged 13 and above, young adults, and couples who want an evening that goes beyond dinner and a walk will enjoy this one.
3. Ramadan Nights: A Terra Gardens Pop-Up
| Event Name | Ramadan Nights: a Terra gardens pop-up |
|---|---|
| Date | 28 Feb 2026 |
| Timings | 16:00-22:00 |
| Location | Sidr Avenue, Sustainability District, Expo City Dubai |
| Ticket Price | AED 20 |
| Age Limit | All ages |
Ramadan Nights activates the outdoor gardens of the Terra sustainability pavilion for one evening, creating a low-key open-air space to gather after Iftar.
The AED 20 entry ticket is the most affordable option on the calendar, with a set menu available at AED 80 for those who want a full dining experience.
Visitors can choose from activities like lantern making, foosball, storytelling, slime-making, face painting, and rescue animal encounters, making this one of the most varied community events of the Ramadan season.
4. Sea Shadow
| Event Name | Sea Shadow |
|---|---|
| Date | 03 Mar 2026 |
| Timings | 20:15-22:00 |
| Location | Expo City Dubai |
| Ticket Price | AED 65 |
| Age Limit | 13+ |
Sea Shadow takes projection, light, and live performance and builds them into a single after-dark show that runs from 20:15 to 22:00.
Tickets cost AED 65 and the event carries a 13+ age limit. Adults and older teens who prefer atmosphere and visual storytelling over conventional entertainment formats will get the most from this one.
5. Spring Camp at Terra
| Event Name | Spring camp at Terra |
|---|---|
| Date | 16-27 Mar 2026 |
| Timings | 09:00-14:00 |
| Location | Sidr Avenue, Sustainability District, Expo City Dubai |
| Ticket Price | AED 190 |
| Age Limit | 5-12 |
Spring Camp at Terra runs across two full weeks inside the sustainability pavilion, putting children aged 5 to 12 through daily themed sessions that mix outdoor discovery, nature-based learning, and creative workshops.
Daily themes cover everything from pond and wadi adventures to pollinator protection and eco discovery, with kids spending time both indoors and outdoors surrounded by Terra gardens and resident goats.
Parents who book before 13 March secure a 20% early bird discount, making this the most cost-effective structured school holiday option on the March calendar.
6. Harvest Festival – Spring Edition
| Event Name | Harvest Festival – Spring Edition |
|---|---|
| Date | 04 Apr 2026 |
| Timings | 16:00-22:00 |
| Location | Expo City Dubai |
| Ticket Price | AED 50 |
| Age Limit | All ages |
| Ticket Links | expo-city.com |
Harvest Festival Spring Edition fills six evening hours with food stalls, live cultural activity, and open outdoor space across Expo City from 16:00 to 22:00. AED 50 gets any age group through the door.
Friend groups, families with young children, and visitors who want a relaxed but lively evening without a fixed programme will find this the easiest event to enjoy.
7. Classical Masterpieces by Firdaus Orchestra
| Event Name | Classical masterpieces by Firdaus Orchestra |
|---|---|
| Date | 11 Apr 2026 |
| Timings | As listed on official site |
| Location | Expo City Dubai |
| Ticket Price | AED 75 |
| Age Limit | All ages |
Classical Masterpieces puts the Firdaus Orchestra, an all-women ensemble of musicians from 50 countries founded in the UAE, on stage for a full orchestral programme open to every age group.
Tickets are AED 75. Seasoned classical music fans, families bringing children to their first live concert, and visitors who want a culturally significant evening will all leave satisfied.
8. Opera Under the Dome by Firdaus Orchestra
| Event Name | Opera Under the Dome by Firdaus Orchestra |
|---|---|
| Date | 25 Apr 2026 |
| Timings | As listed on official site |
| Location | Al Wasl Dome, Expo City Dubai |
| Ticket Price | AED 75 |
| Age Limit | Not specified |
Opera Under the Dome places the Firdaus Orchestra inside the Al Wasl Dome, a venue whose scale and acoustics change how a live performance feels from the first note.
Tickets are AED 75. First-time opera attendees, dedicated fans of the art form, and anyone planning a genuinely special evening in April should prioritise this one above everything else on the spring list.
9. Harvest Festival – Summer Edition
| Event Name | Harvest Festival – Summer Edition |
|---|---|
| Date | 02 May 2026 |
| Timings | 16:00-22:00 |
| Location | Expo City Dubai |
| Ticket Price | AED 50 |
| Age Limit | All ages |
Harvest Festival Summer Edition opens May with the same food, outdoor activity, and cultural programming format as the April event, but marks the close of the main Al Wasl Season calendar.
Entry is AED 50 and doors open at 16:00. Families, casual visitors, and anyone who missed the Spring Edition now get a second shot at one of the most accessible events Expo City runs all year.
10. Women’s Pavilion Return to Work Programme (HSBC)
| Event Name | Women’s Pavilion Return to Work Programme (HSBC) |
|---|---|
| Date | 18 May 2026 |
| Timings | 09:00-13:00 |
| Location | The Nexus, off Ghaf Avenue and Sunset Avenue, Expo City Dubai |
| Ticket Price | Free |
| Age Limit | 18+ |
Women’s Pavilion Return to Work Programme, backed by HSBC, runs a focused four-hour morning session covering career re-entry, skills development, and professional networking inside the Women’s Pavilion.
Entry costs nothing. Women aged 18 and above who are re-entering the workforce, pivoting careers, or looking for a structured space to connect with like-minded professionals should register early because spots close well before the event date.
The Harvest Festival Is the Best Dubai Expo City Event for First-Timers
The 2026 Expo City calendar gives every type of visitor a clear reason to show up, from children at Spring Camp to professionals at the Women’s Pavilion programme.
For sheer value, the Harvest Festival at AED 50 delivers six hours of food, space, and activity with no fixed schedule to follow. For a premium experience, Opera Under the Dome stands apart from every other event on the list.
Book directly through the Expo City Dubai official website, confirm timings a week before you go, and arrive at least 30 minutes early to secure parking.
FAQs
GITEX Global and Gulfood both moved to the expanded Dubai Exhibition Centre at Expo City, which now covers 180,000sqm of event and exhibition space.
General access to the Expo City grounds costs nothing. Individual events carry separate ticket prices ranging from AED 20 to AED 190 depending on the programme.
Expo City Dubai, located near Dubai South on Sheikh Zayed Road, hosts all 2026 Al Wasl Season programming and major exhibitions through the year.
February through April offers cooler temperatures and the heaviest concentration of events, making this the most practical window for visitors flying in specifically for the calendar.
The next World Expo took place in Osaka, Japan in 2025. Dubai now runs Expo City as a permanent events district with its own year-round programming, separate from the World Expo cycle.
