Eid Al Etihad 2025 Celebrations: Sharjah announces concerts, parades, heritage events

Sharjah will host a series of events from November 19 to December 2, 2025, to mark the 54th Eid Al Etihad (Union Day), celebrating the UAE’s unity and progress. Festivities will take place across the emirate’s historical and tourist landmarks, with activities designed for all ages.

The official opening will be held at Al Siyouh Family Park on Wednesday, November 19, at 5 pm. Celebrations will continue there until December 2. Kshisha Park and Sharjah National Park will also feature daily programs over the same period, including traditional performances, youth discussions and children’s entertainment.

For the first time, Al Layyah Canal will join as a celebration venue from November 28 to December 2, offering national performances and exhibitions by family businesses.

A highlight of the festivities will be a musical evening at Khorfakkan Amphitheatre on November 29, featuring Emirati singer Hussain Al Jassmi and Fouad Abdelwahad. Al Batayeh will host parades and folk performances from November 27 to 29, with a “Union Bus” distributing gifts. Al Dhaid will hold a grand parade and heritage market between November 26 and 30, while Al Hamriyah’s Heritage Village will showcase traditional songs and classic car exhibitions from November 20 to 22.

Kalba’s events will begin on November 22 with an annual operetta and fireworks, followed by poetry recitals and student performances in Wadi Al Helo on November 23. Khorfakkan will stage the operetta “Pulse of the Nation” on November 21 and Dibba Al Hisn will hold a national parade and fireworks on November 22.

Further activities include parades in Al Khrous Suburb on November 28 and cultural discussions with screenings in Al Madam from November 22 to 23. Mleiha’s heritage village will host military bands and folk dances on November 20 and 21, while Mughaider Suburb will organize a bicycle parade and traditional performances at Al Rifa’a Park from November 21 to 22.