Beyond Abu Dhabi
Liwa International Festival
11 Dec 2026–2 Jan 2027
Desert motorsport, music and Emirati heritage on the dunes, 11 December 2026 to 2 January 2027.
Our take
- Moreeb Hill Climb
- New Year
- Address
- Al Dhafra, Abu Dhabi
- Website
- liwainternationalfestival.ae
About Liwa International Festival
The Liwa International Festival fills the Empty Quarter with desert motorsport, concerts, fireworks and heritage from 11 December 2026 to 2 January 2027, 4pm to midnight (Visit Abu Dhabi).
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Liwa International Festival before you go.
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