Over 245,000 Visitors to Al Furjan Festival in its Third Season

The third edition of the Al Furjan Festival, organized by Furjan Dubai in collaboration with the Furjan Fund and Dubai Municipality, concluded.

The festival, held at Mushrif National Park, witnessed a large turnout of over 245,000 visitors. The festival attracted visitors of all ages, who were eager to enjoy the diverse events and activities, which combined arts, competitions, traditional games, and cooking challenges, as well as small projects for adults and children.

This contributed to strengthening the bonds of community solidarity among the emirate's residents and creating a comprehensive community experience that reflects the spirit and values ​​of Dubai, amidst a distinctive festive atmosphere that began last month and extended throughout the holy month of Ramadan. Rashid Al Hajri, Director of the Al Furjan Fund, emphasized that the third edition of the Al Furjan Festival provided an opportunity for young entrepreneurs and children to participate in more than 66 diverse projects. These projects were well-received by attendees, owing to their diversity, innovative spirit, and creative ideas. Rashid Al Hajri said that the Al Furjan Festival is a model to be emulated in building more cohesive communities.

The Al Furjan Fund prioritizes funding voluntary community initiatives and projects that have a positive impact on Dubai's neighborhoods, particularly since the festival contributes to empowering individuals and promoting a culture of initiative and innovation among youth and the community. It is an extension of our strategy to support emerging projects and talents, providing young citizens with the opportunity to showcase and develop their projects within a supportive environment that encourages innovation and sustainability.

He explained that the Al Faraj Fund aims to encourage residents of Dubai's neighborhoods to propose innovative ideas and initiatives aimed at strengthening community cohesion among residents of Dubai's neighborhoods and neighborhoods. He noted that the Al Faraj Fund's agenda focuses on funding social projects in residential neighborhoods and neighborhoods, which will enhance the quality of life for citizens and empower them economically and socially. It also reflects the Fund's vision of harnessing all resources to enhance the well-being of citizens and work to create a model social environment in Dubai's neighborhoods and neighborhoods.

For his part, Mohammed Ahli, Acting Director of the Public Parks and Recreational Facilities Department at Dubai Municipality, said that Dubai Municipality is proud of the great success achieved by the Al Faraj Festival 2025, which was hosted by Mushrif National Park over the past few days. He noted the vital role such events play in strengthening community ties and supporting local initiatives, in line with Dubai Municipality's strategy to instill a culture of leadership and innovation and make Dubai a more attractive and liveable city, one that provides the elements of well-being and success.

He added that Dubai Municipality has been keen to provide an ideal environment that enables visitors to enjoy a unique experience amidst a safe, natural, and entertaining atmosphere. He explained that hosting the Al Furjan Festival aligns with our vision to enhance the quality of life in Dubai by sponsoring events that combine entertainment and social interaction. Alia Al Shamlan, Director of Furjan Dubai, said that the Furjan Festival witnessed an unprecedented public turnout this year in its third edition, with a total of 245,851 participants, an increase from last year’s 2024 edition, which witnessed the attendance of 230,000 participants.

She pointed out that this great success reflects the keenness of Dubai’s people to participate in events that strengthen social ties and provide opportunities for learning, development and innovation, in line with the strategic directions of Dubai, a global city that places people and society at the forefront of its priorities. She added that the festival this year contributed to satisfying the tastes of the attendees with diverse activities, as it witnessed more than 50 restaurants and cafes and the organization of more than 100 diverse workshops for adults and children, in addition to providing opportunities for 66 projects for Emirati entrepreneurs, with the participation of 80 volunteers among the organizers.

Alia Al Shamlan explained that the festival was keen to hone the talents of children and youth, and its third edition witnessed the participation of more than 242 talents and artistic performances during the events that extended for nearly a month. The festival, in its third edition, offered Emirati small business owners the opportunity to present a diverse range of projects, including 66 projects represented by shops, restaurants, and cafes.

Participating restaurants and cafes offered a variety of food and beverage menus catering to all tastes, while some prepared menus specifically for the festival, contributing to the enhancement of Emirati identity and adding a distinct local touch to the event. The event also provided an opportunity for children to express themselves through innovative projects through the "Little Hawks" competition, where 30 pioneering Emirati commercial projects were showcased to the public. This fostered their entrepreneurial spirit in an encouraging, competitive environment, and provided a unique opportunity for children to experience real entrepreneurship by presenting their products and ideas to the public.

The third edition of the festival offered a series of creative workshops, including drawing, handicrafts, perfume and incense making, and various art workshops. This gave participants the opportunity to discover and develop their skills and contribute to fostering a spirit of innovation, especially among young people and children, through their interaction with experts in the fields of arts and crafts. These workshops reflect the importance of traditional crafts in Emirati culture, encouraging new generations to explore the craft heritage and contribute to its revival in a modern way.

The festival also featured a variety of competitions that brought together the people of Dubai under one entertaining umbrella, including the Dubai Traditional Cooking Championship. The "Before and After" event brought excitement and enthusiasm through miniature car races, while the "Fastest Fastest" competition, hosted by Bader Najib, added a fun and learning atmosphere, as attendees participated in answering a variety of questions. Competitions during the festival included a treasure hunt game, which allowed participants to experience exciting puzzle-solving adventures. The Jackaroo Challenge game, in which players competed to win by using smart strategies to move their pieces on the board, was also part of the Sega game, which took participants on a journey back in time, bringing together retro video game lovers to enjoy gaming sessions on classic Sega consoles.

The festival also featured two important popular events, during which participants celebrated authentic Emirati heritage: "Haq Al Laila," which was revived by the Al Farjan Festival. Dubai's Al Farjan also organized the Ramadan edition of the Al Farjan Festival, celebrating the holy month with several unique events, including "Botabila Between the Farjan," in addition to organizing several entertainment competitions during the holy month.