{"id":39901,"date":"2025-08-22T12:17:57","date_gmt":"2025-08-22T12:17:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/?p=39901"},"modified":"2025-08-25T07:33:44","modified_gmt":"2025-08-25T07:33:44","slug":"guardians-of-water-festival-at-expo-city-dubai-indoor-family-adventure-for-two-weekends-only","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/guardians-of-water-festival-at-expo-city-dubai-indoor-family-adventure-for-two-weekends-only\/","title":{"rendered":"Guardians of Water Festival at Expo City Dubai: Indoor Family Adventure for Two Weekends Only"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for something fun and educational to do with the family, Expo City Dubai has got you covered with <strong>Guardians of Water Festival<\/strong>. This indoor event is all about celebrating our planet\u2019s most precious resource \u2014 water. Running over <strong>two weekends<\/strong>, <strong>August 30-31 and September 6-7<\/strong>, the festival will spark curiosity and inspire action through immersive experiences that both kids and adults can enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The event takes place at <strong>Terra<\/strong>, the Sustainability Pavilion at Expo City. 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font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DNlCGcftY6f\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\">A post shared by Terra (@visitterra.ae)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote>\n<script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tickets for the festival are AED 50, and kids under 12 get in for free!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s what you can expect during <strong>Guardians of Water Festival<\/strong> at Expo City Dubai:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Storytelling Sessions<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Kathy Urban and Beverly Jatwani will take you on colourful adventures that bring water conservation to life through their engaging stories. Sessions will be held at 11:30 AM and 3:30 PM on both weekends, with Beverly also leading a special session at 1:30 PM on August 30.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/17768-EXPO2020-L-1-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39902\" srcset=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/17768-EXPO2020-L-1-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/17768-EXPO2020-L-1-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/17768-EXPO2020-L-1-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/17768-EXPO2020-L-1-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/17768-EXPO2020-L-1-2048x1024.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/17768-EXPO2020-L-1-150x75.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Hands-on Workshops<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>There will be plenty of activities to get involved in, including learning how to build a traditional Falaj irrigation system, experimenting with water filtration, and playing fun games like Freshwater Heroes Bingo. There\u2019s even a creative colouring session to let the kids\u2019 imaginations run wild.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Heritage Corner<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For those interested in learning more, check out the Heritage Corner to discover how desalination technology turns seawater into fresh water, and learn how camels manage to survive in the UAE&#8217;s harsh, water-scarce environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Interior_of_Terra_-_The_Sustainability_Pavilion_Web_Image_m4808-1-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39903\" srcset=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Interior_of_Terra_-_The_Sustainability_Pavilion_Web_Image_m4808-1-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Interior_of_Terra_-_The_Sustainability_Pavilion_Web_Image_m4808-1-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Interior_of_Terra_-_The_Sustainability_Pavilion_Web_Image_m4808-1-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Interior_of_Terra_-_The_Sustainability_Pavilion_Web_Image_m4808-1-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Interior_of_Terra_-_The_Sustainability_Pavilion_Web_Image_m4808-1-2048x1024.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Interior_of_Terra_-_The_Sustainability_Pavilion_Web_Image_m4808-1-150x75.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Guided Tours<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Visitors can also enjoy guided indoor tours that begin with a walk through a recreation of the UAE\u2019s traditional Falaj irrigation system. The tour continues into the Laboratory of Future Values, where you&#8217;ll see innovative solutions to today\u2019s environmental challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This festival is a <strong>great way to engage with your kids while teaching them about the importance of water conservation and sustainability<\/strong> in a fun and interactive way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/shutterstock_1923599189.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-34811\" srcset=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/shutterstock_1923599189.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/shutterstock_1923599189-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/shutterstock_1923599189-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/shutterstock_1923599189-150x75.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This November, Expo City will give you another good reason to come back. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/light-art-festival-dhai-dubai-returns-to-expo-city-dubai-this-november\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"39560\">Light Art Festival Dhai Dubai<\/a><\/strong> <strong>will return for its second edition<\/strong> with light installations and art. Make sure to keep an eye out for more details on this exciting event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And don\u2019t forget, there are always great things happening in Dubai. <strong>This weekend (August 22-24)<\/strong>, make the most of the city\u2019s vibrant events and entertainment options \u2014 check out the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/things-to-do-this-weekend-in-dubai-august-22nd-to-24th\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"39681\">top things to do<\/a><\/strong> and make it a weekend to remember!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you&#8217;re looking for something fun and educational to do with the family, Expo City Dubai has got you covered with Guardians of Water Festival. This indoor event is all about celebrating our planet\u2019s most precious resource \u2014 water. 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