{"id":5774,"date":"2026-02-03T11:27:48","date_gmt":"2026-02-03T11:27:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/?p=5774"},"modified":"2026-02-03T11:28:00","modified_gmt":"2026-02-03T11:28:00","slug":"hai-ramadan-expo-citys-ramadan-celebrations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/hai-ramadan-expo-citys-ramadan-celebrations\/","title":{"rendered":"Hai Ramadan: Expo City&#8217;s Ramadan Celebrations"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>As the Holy Month of Ramadan approaches, Expo City Dubai is preparing for the much-anticipated return of <strong>Hai Ramadan<\/strong>, running from<strong> 22 February till 18 March<\/strong>. Following the spirit of Al Wasl Season\u2019s <em>\u201cOne Destination, Every Celebration,\u201d<\/em> it brings a vibrant celebration of culture, tradition, and community. The event promises a rich mix of festivities, culinary experiences, and family-friendly activities that truly capture the spirit and atmosphere of Ramadan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Here\u2019s what you can expect during this month-long celebration at Expo City.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Iftar Cannon<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the highlights of Hai Ramadan is the Iftar Cannon. Originating from Egypt and now a cherished tradition in various Muslim countries, the cannon fires a single shot at sunset, signaling the beginning of Iftar. Visitors to Expo City Dubai will have the unique opportunity to witness this ancient tradition, adding a touch of historical charm to the modern celebration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For those seeking a place of prayer, a dedicated mosque in the Sustainability District will be available for all prayers, including Isha, Tarweeh, and Tahajjud.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Expo-City-Ramadan-Festival-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"Expo City Ramadan Festival\" class=\"wp-image-846\" srcset=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Expo-City-Ramadan-Festival-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Expo-City-Ramadan-Festival-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Expo-City-Ramadan-Festival-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Expo-City-Ramadan-Festival-64x36.webp 64w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Expo-City-Ramadan-Festival-480x270.webp 480w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Expo-City-Ramadan-Festival.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Iftar Experiences For All<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ramadan wouldn\u2019t be complete without breaking the fast and sharing a meal with the community. During the month, Expo City will offer two Iftar experiences for visitors: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Iftar Al Souk<\/strong>: A lively, Emirati-inspired, free-flowing food market experience where guests move between traditional food carts and live stations (AED 150, fully redeemable on food and drinks, free for kids under 3.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Iftar Al Majlis<\/strong>: A premium seated Iftar under Al Wasl Dome featuring an international buffet, table service, and live traditional music (AED 285 for adults, and AED 185 for children age 4\u201311).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Hai-Ramadan-Expo-City-Water-feature-iftar.jpg\" alt=\"Iftar at Expo City\" class=\"wp-image-5775\" srcset=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Hai-Ramadan-Expo-City-Water-feature-iftar.jpg 800w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Hai-Ramadan-Expo-City-Water-feature-iftar-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Hai-Ramadan-Expo-City-Water-feature-iftar-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Hai-Ramadan-Expo-City-Water-feature-iftar-64x43.jpg 64w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Hai-Ramadan-Expo-City-Water-feature-iftar-405x270.jpg 405w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Cultural Exploration at the Lively Souk<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Activities include a <strong>Kids\u2019 Sports Arena<\/strong>, <strong>PlayStation Zone<\/strong>, and <strong>Heritage &amp; Fun experiences<\/strong>, where visitors can enjoy traditional Emirati games, storytelling sessions, and daily live orchestral performances under Al Wasl Dome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Ramadan Market<\/strong> brings together artisan stalls, handmade crafts, traditional garments, Ramadan-themed gifts, and professional henna artistry, creating a vibrant space to shop, explore, and soak in the seasonal atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Visitors can also take part in a variety of creative, hands-on workshops designed for all ages, perfect for those looking to learn a new craft or try something new during the season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Entry to Hai Ramadan is free for those with Iftar bookings. <strong>Tickets are now available on Platinumlist.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"py-0\" data-slot=\"card\"><div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 md:grid-cols-2 px-0 rounded-xl overflow-hidden\" data-slot=\"card-content\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/dubai.platinumlist.net\/aed\/event-tickets\/hai-ramadan\" class=\"\"> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.platinumlist.net\/upload\/event\/hai_ramadan_in_dubai_2025_feb_15_2026_feb_16_al_wasl_plaza_expo_city_dubai_101433-full-en1769182682.png\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" alt=\"Hai Ramadan in Dubai\" class=\"size-full! object-cover m-0! rounded-none!\"\/> <\/a><div class=\"flex flex-col gap-4 p-4 md:px-6\"><div class=\"flex flex-col gap-2\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/dubai.platinumlist.net\/aed\/event-tickets\/hai-ramadan\" class=\"text-title-base font-bold hover:text-link-base line-clamp-2\"> Hai Ramadan in Dubai <\/a> <span class=\"text-sm text-content-secondary\"> Sat 21 Feb <\/span><\/div><div class=\"flex flex-row justify-between gap-4 mt-auto\"> <span class=\"font-bold\"> Event ended <\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/dubai.platinumlist.net\/aed\/event-tickets\/hai-ramadan\" class=\"text-link-base hover:text-link-hover\"> View event <\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/best-iftar-places-in-dubai-for-ramadan\/\"><strong>Check out our full guide to the best Iftars in Dubai.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As the Holy Month of Ramadan approaches, Expo City Dubai is preparing for the much-anticipated return of Hai Ramadan, running from 22 February till 18 March. Following the spirit of Al Wasl Season\u2019s \u201cOne Destination, Every Celebration,\u201d it brings a vibrant celebration of culture, tradition, and community. 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