In a move in line with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to develop the Hatta region on the cultural level, the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) launches the first version of the Hatta Nights », As the city will live a festive atmosphere with cultural activities and rich programs aimed at introducing the authenticity of the UAE society and distinguishing its identity and the richness of its values.

The activities of "Hatta Nights" will start in Wadi Hatta Park in the city of Hatta to coincide with the start of the 25th edition of the Dubai Shopping Festival on Thursday, December 26, and will continue until January 11.

The launch of "Hatta Cultural Nights" comes within the framework of "Dubai Culture" efforts aimed at preserving and consolidating the authentic national identity and glorious cultural heritage of the UAE, with a special focus on Emirati handicrafts and folklore, and showing keenness to adhere to customs and traditions and transfer them to future generations. It will include a variety of cultural and entertainment activities and activities that highlight the splendor of Emirati heritage and culture, and attract tourists from within the UAE and neighboring countries.

Civilized meeting

The Director General of "Dubai Culture", Hala Badri said: "Hatta cultural nights, which are held for the first time, constitute a unique cultural demonstration that reflects the spirit of unique cultural encounter on the land of the Emirate of Dubai, and provides Dubai (Culture) march filled with programs and events aimed at highlighting the lofty values ​​of our ancient heritage and our culture. Based on the cultural exchange between nations and peoples, and contributing to the promotion of the tolerance approach adopted by the UAE since its foundation ».

Badri pointed out that “Hatta Cultural Nights” is a unique forum that brings together a variety of activities under his spaces, which enrich the audience’s knowledge of the authentic UAE culture and its rich heritage, on the one hand, and provides an opportunity for him to see the heritage of other civilizations and peoples on the other hand, thus enhancing Dubai’s position A world center of culture, an incubator of creativity and a meeting place for talents.

A favorite place to work and an ideal destination for your visitors

Badri added: “These nights are in line with the orientations of the country that seeks to highlight the value of the national heritage, preserve the Emirati heritage and activate its presence in various forums, and comes as a commitment from (Dubai Culture) at the axes of the Dubai Plan 2021, especially as it relates to the living experience in the city to be A favorite place to live and work, and an ideal destination for visitors. ”She pointed out that this step also coincides with the authority’s vision to make Dubai and its environs a creative and sustainable global space for culture, heritage, arts and literature, as well as support the comprehensive development plan for the Hatta region.

Events

Among the most prominent activities that will be included in “Hatta Nights” include folkloric paintings and folk songs that aim at building bridges of constructive acquaintance between different civilizations and cultures, as they will be provided by specialized popular teams not only from the UAE, but also from other countries that display folklore that distinguishes their countries. Nights also include exhibitions of plastic arts and platforms displaying artwork created by the people of determination, in a move aimed at supporting creative talents in Emirati society, and establishing a mass base for savoring art of all kinds. In addition to a popular market, it displays a unique collection of homemade brands that includes accessories, gifts and antiques that overflow with the heritage and aesthetics. It also includes corners that shed light on the origins of Arab hospitality that the Emirati people enjoy by presenting dishes from the rich Emirati folk cuisine, so that visitors can live distinctive times with the flavors of the past with its simplicity and magnificence.

Specially prepared councils will be held for senior citizens, and others for senior citizens, to celebrate the high value they enjoy in Emirati society, while allowing visitors to live with them details of the beautiful past through their tales that tell stories that they lived or passed on from generation to generation. Besides, there is the "Old Doors Gallery", each section of which tells a story that symbolizes an era in the emirate's ancient history, in addition to the poetry evenings filled with authentic Nabati poetry by creative Emirati poets.

Happiness and positivity

The entertainment side also has a presence, as there is a corner for Emirati folk games, and workshops for children that celebrate cultural and artistic activities that include fun handicrafts, as well as activities of face painting and henna painting, heritage competitions and many others, within the framework of the authority's support for the national program of happiness and positivity through Create activities and entertainment that enrich the visitors' experience and spread happiness in the community. It is noteworthy that the "Hatta Nights Cultural" is held in cooperation with the Dubai Municipality, the Community Development Authority, and the Sheikha Maitha Bint Rashid Al Maktoum Center for People of Determination. It is noteworthy that "Dubai Culture" launches many initiatives throughout the year through which it seeks to place the Hatta region on the cultural and artistic map, along with other areas of the emirate. It is also committed to enriching the cultural scene in Dubai, starting from its Arab heritage, and working to build bridges of constructive dialogue between different civilizations and cultures.