Expo Calendar 19sep

EVENTS
CALENDAR
1 October 2021 - 31 March 2022
September 2021 Edition

Subject to change
WELCOME TO
THE WORLD IN
ONE PLACE
A once-in-a-lifetime celebration projection screens; we’re talking
of humanity and the largest event space-themed playgrounds and
ever staged in the Middle East, giant entry portals made from the
Expo 2020 Dubai is a same material as spaceships; we’re
ground-breaking spectacle that talking thought-provoking
brings together more than 200 discussions, and mind-bending art
participants - including countries, installations, creating memories
innovators, companies, that will last a lifetime.
non-governmental organisations,
Ever since the first event in 1851,
entrepreneurs, universities and
World Expos have connected
creatives. Staged under the theme
people, enriched lives and
‘Connecting Minds, Creating the
accelerated human progress. By
Future’, Expo 2020 Dubai presents
bringing together nations for the
an opportunity for all of us to
common goals of supporting
create a meaningful legacy that
education, innovation, and
will span generations and echo
collaboration,Expos present
around the world.
unique opportunities for fostering
It’s an event filled with surprises, dialogue and charting new courses
innovations and awe-inspiring for advancement. As the 21st
sights. We’re talking gardens in the century unfolds, the challenges the
sky, an Emirati opera and one of world faces have become more
the world’s largest 360-degree complex and interrelated.
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GETTING TO
AND FROM EXPO
There are a variety of ways to get to Expo where it drops you off as you will have to
2020. Whether you have a car or prefer to take the return trip from the same Expo
take public transport, your journey to Expo Rider stop.
2020 will be seamless.
Operating Times
09:30 First bus arrives on site
02:30 Last bus departs, Saturday to
By Dubai Metro Wednesday
This is the most sustainable way to get to 03:30 Last bus departs, Thursday and
the event. The Dubai Metro takes you from Friday
the city of Dubai to the entrance of Expo Last departure time depends on the route
2020 at the Dubai Exhibition Centre and Al or service. Please consult the schedule at
Wasl Gate. During peak hours, on average, Expo 2020.
wait times will not exceed three minutes.
Expo Rider Routes
Operating Times
Pick-up/Drop-off Expo 2020 Stop
FIRST TRAIN LAST TRAIN
Abu Dhabi Airport Mobility
ARRIVES DEPARTS
Abu Dhabi Marina Mall Mobility
Saturday to 06:15 24:00
Abu Dhabi Zayed
Wednesday Sports City Mobility
Thursday 06:15 01:00 DWC Al Maktoum
Int’l Airport Mobility
Friday 09:15 01:00
DXB Airport
Terminal 3/DWTC Hotel Mobility
For up-to-date timetable information,
please visit the Journey Planner on the RTA Pick-up/Drop-off Expo 2020 Stop
website. Palm Jumeirah/
JBR Hotel Opportunity
Ras Al Khaimah/Ajman Opportunity
Sharjah Jubail Opportunity
By Expo Rider buses Sharjah Muwailah Opportunity
Get to and from Expo 2020 via a dedicated
public bus service. It’s free for visitors and
you can catch it from different locations in
Dubai and other Emirates. Just remember
Pick-up/Drop-off Expo 2020 Stop Opportunity Parking from the E77 Expo
Road
Al Ain Central Sustainability Sustainability Parking from the E77 Expo
Al Baraha Sustainability Road or D54 Zayed bin Hamdan al Nahyan
Mobility Parking from the E311 Sheikh
Al Ghudaiba Sustainability Mohammed bin Zayed Road
Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC) Parking
Dubai Silicon Oasis Sustainability
from the E311 Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed
Etisalat Metro Station Sustainability Road
Fujairah City Centre Sustainability Each parking area is clearly marked with its
Global Village Sustainability district colour to help you remember where
you parked. Scan the QR code on the signs
International City Sustainability in the parking area to log where you parked
your car. There is a free Parking Shuttle to
The Dubai Mall Sustainability take you to the nearest Expo entrance.
Valet parking
Valet parking is available on a first-come,
first-served basis and is priced at AED 95.
By taxi and e-Hail
Dubai’s taxis and car hires are plentiful.
GETTING
Taxis can be booked by phone, but the
simplest way is to download the RTA,
AROUND THE
Careem or Uber app. All taxi and e-Hail
pick-ups incur a AED 20 pick-up charge for
trips starting at Expo.
SITE
By car
If you are driving to the Expo 2020 site, it is By foot
accessible from all major highways. Follow Get those steps in! Walking is the best way
the signs for one of the designated parking to explore Expo 2020. Who knows what
areas. you’ll discover at the next turn?
Parking People Mover

Parking is free of charge and available from Need help getting from one district to
08:30 to 01:00, Saturday to Wednesday, another? Jump aboard the inter-district
and from 08:30 to 03:00, Thursday to People Mover. All buses are accessible for
Friday. families with strollers and People of
Determination.
Tickets
Tickets are available online, on the Expo
Expo Buggy app and at Expo 2020 Ticket counters. You
We have a limited number of golf buggies can upgrade your ticket at any time.
available. Our buggies can seat an entire
family (some are wheelchair accessible) One-Day Ticket AED 95
and are driven by a trained driver. This is a Multi-Day Ticket AED 195
paid service. Season Pass AED 495
Children and youth under 18, seniors (60+)

and People of Determination are free of
Expo Explorer charge.
Experience two types of sustainable
transportation on our electric and
compressed-air trains. Take a unique Hours of
sightseeing tour on the Expo Explorer
(accessible for wheelchair users). Operation
Saturday – Wednesday: 10:00 – 24:00
Thursday – Friday: 10:00 – 02:00
VISITOR
SERVICES
Everything you need to know to Arriving at Expo
enjoy your day To ensure your trip to Expo is a great
experience from start to finish, you will find
Preparing for Your Visit dedicated Visitor Centres and Information
At Expo 2020 your well-being is our points across the site.
priority. We are taking every measure to For those entering from the Opportunity,
ensure that our Mobility or Sustainability District Parking,
visitors remain Please dress you will pass through the Portal before
healthy and stay respectfully proceeding to either Sun Plaza, Sea Plaza or
while visiting
safe. Expo 2020 Earth Plaza, and if entering from the Metro
We are proud of our and Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC), you will
We are proud of
country and our our country and enter 2020 Plaza. In each of these plazas
traditions, please our traditions you will find a range of services,
dress respectfully every-thing from information to ticketing to
while visiting Expo toilets.
2020.
Once you have passed through security,
your journey will begin. The following
services are available across the site:
Visitor Centres
You can’t miss our Visitor Centres — they
ATM are the seven distinctive buildings located
Baby Changing across Expo 2020 where you can not only
Children Identification Service ask for help and information, but find many
Convenience Store of the services you need under one roof,
Expo Buggy from Charging Stations and Stroller and
First Aid Wheelchair Rental, to Quiet Rooms and
Lost and Found. If you need anything
Information Points
during your visit, just head to a Visitor
Lost and Found Items Centre.
Missing Persons Also, check out the official Expo 2020 app
Multi-Faith Prayer Rooms and website for any and all information
Porter Service about the site and its facilities.
Prayer Room
Service Dog Relief Area Contact Us
WhatsApp (+971) 56 444 2020
Stroller Rental
Expo Contact Centre 800 EXPO or
Ticketing Services (+971) 800 3976 from outside the UAE
Toilets
Wheelchair Charging Station Are you ready to dive into the surprising
Wheelchair Rental world of the most popular Swiss watch
Quiet Room brand? In all four Swatch Stores at Expo
2020 Dubai, you can explore the brand in
Please note that Expo 2020 is a many different ways — from creating your
smoke-free environment, but there are own watch with the Swatch X You and
designated smoking areas around the site. seeing it being printed live, to discovering
the brand’s long commitment to
sustainability from design to
manufacturing, and exploring the Expo
2020 collection, special releases, and
Shopping innovations. Time is what you make of it, so
Take a little piece of Expo 2020 home with join us and make every second count!
you. Get your hands on everything from
clothing to keepsakes. Browse our range of
products that could be made from locally
sourced materials, crafted by artisans or
lovingly created by small businesses in
sustainable, innovative and environmentally
friendly ways. Don’t forget to drop by the
Official Store.
Event Venue Al Wasl Al Wasl
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EVENTS AND
ENTERTAINMENT
AT EXPO 2020 DUBAI
INTERNATIONAL CELEBRATIONS
Special Events at Expo will be a series of celebrations filled with light, colour,
culture and imagination. These are significant moments that are celebrated by
communities all over the world in unique and traditional ways. On these days, Expo
2020 will reflect the spirit of these moments through a robust programme of
specially curated events, activations and live entertainment.
INTERNATIONAL DAYS
Within a partnership of the United Nations and the UAE, see global key events and
activations on international days at Expo 2020. Discuss important issues and be
inspired to become an active participant and to take personal responsibility for
collective impact.
NATIONAL DAYS & HONOUR DAYS

Experience your favourite country’s National Day with a flag ceremony at the
Stage of Nations as country leaders are honoured and witness spectacular
processions and cultural events take over the Expo 2020 site. See first-hand a
World Expo that is dedicated to ensuring that every International Participant gets
the exposure it deserves.
EXPO ENTERTAINMENT PROGRAMME

The Entertainment Programme for Expo 2020 Dubai will celebrate the spirit of the
UAE for all to see. It will lift our spirits, stimulate our minds, make us laugh, connect
us with our shared humanity and inspire us to participate in the global conversation.
It will use the skills and talents of local and international artists across many
disciplines, both traditional and contemporary, elevating the international discourse
through artistic engagement and storytelling.
PARTICIPANTS’ PROGRAMMES
We are proud to showcase the incredible and exciting work that our International
Participants will be sharing with the world - including brilliant cultural
performances, theatre, dance, music and much more. Behind every corner of our
Public Realm is a unique performance, piece of art or simple moment of joy to
delight all our visitors. When all elements come together, they will create a beautiful
mosaic of experiences that will communicate our most valued Expo messages.
PROGRAMME FOR PEOPLE AND PLANET

Expo 2020 Dubai’s Programme for People and Planet is designed to address the
most pressing challenges we face as a world today, by deploying the convening
power of World Expos and the UAE to galvanise collective and meaningful action.
BUSINESS PROGRAMME AND OTHER EVENTS

Whilst being a spectacular entertainment destination, Expo 2020 offers fantastic
opportunities for business. From local start-ups to global conglomerates, Expo
2020 is the ideal platform for networking, educational and industry events
featuring unique offerings for meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions.
For information on Expo Events and Entertainment visit www.expo2020.ae

DAILY &
REGULAR
EVENTS
An exciting array of events and entertainment
will take place at one of the many world class
venues at Expo 2020 Dubai every day. From
live music to Mascot Entertainment, Daily
Parades to 360-degree immersive projection
shows - something for everyone.
DAILY &
REGULAR
EVENTS
Al Wasl Plaza
The jewel in the Expo crown, Al Wasl Plaza, is home to a multitude of events and experiences that enlighten the senses from
morning until night. After sunset, Al Wasl Plaza’s dome awakens as an illuminated canvas against the night sky, capturing the
imagination of visitors as it tells stories from the Arab region, our natural world, the cosmos and humanity’s endless quest for a
better future. The immersive 360-degree projection surface will be augmented by Al Wasl's immersive surround sound and light
system creating a playground for the senses.
SELECTED ENTERTAINMENT
Global Awakening Expo Young Stars

09:00 Daily 11:15, 12:15, 13:15
Sunday-Thursday - January-March 2022
Walk through Al Wasl Plaza's garden and listen to the
sounds of a world awakening in the early hours. Sounds of Every day of the academic calendar, students from schools all
across the UAE will gather in Al Wasl Plaza as part of the Expo
nature, the laugh of children going to school and the early
Young Stars Programme. Together, they will sing and dance on
excitement of rising spirits that often accompanies the
the stage of the stars at the heart of Expo 2020 Dubai. This is
early dawn.
where they will share their story - written, choreographed and
directed by students. A moment for friends, family and students
to always cherish.
National and Honour Day

Ceremonies & Cultural Performances
10:15 Daily Music in the Garden
National and Honour Day Ceremonies are the shining 15:00 Daily
moments of the World Expo’s International Participants. It is
International Participants will perform live music in Al Wasl
a moment to honour country leaders and celebrate the
Plaza’s gardens and surrounding areas. The performances
beauty of each International Participant’s culture in all its
will be a celebration of bespoke music of all genres
colours and traditions.
including world fusion, choirs and orchestral performance, in
traditional and contemporary musical styles from the region
and the world.
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Interactive Experience Awakening of Al Wasl
Evening | Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays Sunset I daily
Dream about flying across Al Wasl’s dome and it may After sunset, Al Wasl Plaza's dome awakens as an
come true. In the plaza’s garden are special gateways to the illuminated canvas against the night sky, capturing the
world of Rashid and Latifa. Step through them and soar into imagination of visitors as the magic storyteller awakens.
a new dimension for you to explore, discover, laugh and
have fun. After sunset, you will have the chance to enter one
of our interactive booths, create an avatar and watch as it’s
launched on to Al Wasl’s canvas where it will have its
moment of fame under the spotlight.
Salama's Secrets Ousha & the Moon

Evening | Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays Evening I Daily
Our beloved Rashid and Latifa need help. Their evil Tumble into the world of a 12-year-old girl’s dream. A place
arch-nemesis Mr. Scrap has stolen Salama’s secrets and where the moon speaks and the threads of destiny are
locked our heroes away in a digital world. Now the balance weaved. A look into the fantastic mind of a child born without
between humankind and machine is in danger, threatening speech, whose words would one day capture the heart of a
the beauty of our entire planet. In this epic 20-minute nation. For the first time ever, the story of Ousha’s dream will
performance, watch Rashid and Latifa’s battle against Mr. be told to the world by Expo 2020 through a 10-minute
Scrap in a brilliant display of theatrics, song and live projection show that re-imagines the dream that set her life in
audience interaction. A great chance for children and motion.
parents who are fans of the show to see the next instalment
of Rashid and Latifa’s journey.
* Subject to change

DAILY &
REGULAR
EVENTS
Live Entertainment
The Live Entertainment Programme will bring the spirit of Expo Beats
Expo 2020 Dubai to life through a combination of shows
and cultural productions from Expo, our International 16:00 onwards
Participants and Partners. Featuring live music, films,
festivals, ballet, live theatre, dance, spoken word, operatic World Beats: 7 - 9 October 2021
performances and more, the programme will showcase Jubilee Beats: 18 - 20 November 2021
home-grown, regional and international talent, celebrating Tribal Beats: 16 - 18 December 2021
the arts and putting a spotlight on traditional stories from City Beats: 20 - 22 January 2022
around the world. Desert Beats: 17 - 19 February 2022
Island Beats: 10 - 12 March 2022
Late Nights @ Expo Introducing ‘Expo Beats’, a unique monthly festival that
takes visitors on a journey around the world through
22:30 | Thursdays & Fridays music, dance and culture. From the ‘Island Beats’ of Hawaii,
Late Nights @ Expo are a primetime concert series including Philippines and the Caribbean to the rhythms of ‘Tribal
exciting line-ups of diverse artists, where each Beats’, these festivals will blend genres, create fusions and
performance is connected by ‘once in a lifetime’ creative expose everyone to both traditional and contemporary
collaborations. This platform for emerging artists to share sounds in new and exciting ways. The festival line-up will
the stage with some of the most exciting names in music also be infused with dance, spoken word and other
today is an anchor in the incomparable Expo programme. performances, creating a rich and diverse programme.
Expo 2020 Dubai will connect artists and people from Venue: Jubilee Stage
across the world, breaking barriers between musical styles,
generations and cultures. Magical encounters will create
impossible mashups and original artistic collaborations. A
must-see fixture on the Expo calendar generating exciting Jalsat @ Expo
new content for Dubai to share with the world.
12 October 2021 - 20:30 - 22:30
Venue: 8 November 2021 - 20:30 - 22:30
Jubilee Stage or Dubai Millennium Amphitheatre 6 December 2021 - 20:30 - 22:30
12 January 2022 - 20:30 - 22:30
9 February 2022 - 20:30 - 22:30
15 March 2022 - 20:30 - 22:30
Mascot Film Nights
Reimagining Jalsat as a vibrant Khaleeji-led jam session,
17:00 | Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays our Jalsat Nights will give visitors an exciting introduction to
Arabic tradition as we showcase the welcoming spirit of the
Enjoy your favourite episode of Rashid and Latifa’s
UAE and the essence of Expo connectivity. A lively
adventures in Expo 2020 Dubai’s Jubilee Park. Grab a seat
formation of over 30 artists will be joined by musicians
and have a bite as you sit back and watch the story unfold
again and again. This is the perfect event for families to sit from other cultures, providing once-in-a-lifetime
* Subject to change
back and relax on a pleasant afternoon and evening. experiences for both audiences and musicians alike.
Venue: Jubilee Stage Venue: Jubilee Stage

DAILY &
REGULAR
EVENTS
Live Entertainment
Rashid and Latifa's World Advenutre The Future of Food: Epochal Banquet
Before Sunset | Daily 13:00, 18:00, 21:00 | Daily
Join us at Dubai Millennium Amphitheatre for a Enter the year 2320 as Expo 2020 brings you a pioneering
never-before-seen show as Mr Scrap once again tries to culinary experience inspired by space, microbiology,
defeat our heroes using his latest evil plan. Watch as the artificial intelligence and hyper-intelligence that will stir
venue erupts into an incredible stage for music, dance the senses in you, our curious diners, in a radical new
and story as the full mascot ensemble sing their concept designed to highlight the impact of AI on the
signature songs and overcome their latest challenge future of dining. This is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to
with dazzling style. Prior to sunset, parents and children explore the history of food from caveman to paceman
can sing-a long in this fantastic spectacle, while also featuring extinct foods, levitating cakes and a crisp of 1,000
enjoying the latest theatrical instalment of the mascot flavours, before taking a time-transcending journey over
story. three spectacular paired courses designed to open your
senses to the edible possibilities of future epochs.
Venue: Dubai Millennium Amphitheatre
Venue: Opportunity District
Ghaf Avenue
Daily Parade
12:45 | Daily
Each day, the “Colours of the World” Parade will welcome

countries to Expo 2020 Dubai and treat audiences to a
unique cultural fusion experience. The Parade is a vibrant,
colourful moving celebration featuring performers and
musicians that radiates energy and brings a blast of fun to
daytime visitors.Throughout the course of Expo 2020 Dubai,
each participating nation will celebrate a National Day,
which will be highlighted in this beautiful Parade, blending
* Subject to change
the culture of the UAE withother cultures from around the

world.

DAILY &
REGULAR
EVENTS
LIVE
ENTERTAINMENT
Live Entertainment
Roving Entertainment Live Music

Various Times | Daily Various Times | Daily
A dazzling array of acts will roam the Expo site, enchanting, The Expo House Band will be a permanent fixture across the
delighting and entertaining crowds, queues and visitors Expo site as they delight guests with their musical prowess
wandering around the district. The Roving Entertainment will
from across the globe. A collective of multi-talented
be unique and different with some never-before-seen acts
in the region. Traditions and global celebrations will be musicians will showcase different styles and combinations
highlighted on Special Days with culturally curated of music to captivate the Expo audience, creating an
musicians, dancers and street performers. atmosphere of connection, happiness, and hope.
Venue: Site Wide Venue: Site Wide
Mascot Welcome
12:45 | daily
As part of the perfect start to their journey at Expo 2020 Dubai, families and students will get an unexpected surprise and a warm
welcome from Rashid and Latifa at each of the entrance gates.
Earth Stage, Sea Stage and Sun Stage
Children & Family Entertainment

Expo 2020 will be a unique experience that children and young
adults will remember in years to come. Families will have plenty
of special activities and experiences to choose from that will leave
an extraordinary mark on their lives. Whether it’s experiencing an
interactive immersive show, unique performances or singing along
with the Expo 2020 Dubai mascots.
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Venues: District Stages

DAILY &
REGULAR
EVENTS
SPECIAL EVENTS
Across the Expo Site
Golden Jubilee @ Expo Diwali @ Expo

3 November - 4 December 2021 4 - 6 November 2021
Expo 2020 coincides with the United Arab Emirate’s Watch as Expo 2020 celebrates the festival of lights with
biggest national celebration yet – The UAE Golden Jubilee. beautiful traditional décor and illuminating projection
To commemorate this historic event, from the 03 showcases in Al Wasl Plaza. Each evening from 4th – 6th
November to the 04 December 2021, Expo 2020 Dubai November, Diwali will be celebrated with a unique, custom
will celebrate the UAE’s extraordinary journey over the show created exclusively for Expo and performed in Al
last 50 years, while also looking towards the next 50. It Wasl Plaza. On Jubilee Stage, our Late Nights @ Expo will
will share with every visitor the joy and pride that Emiratis embrace the celebration with performances inspired by
have for their nation and their ambitious and inclusive Diwali and featuring artists including Peter Cat, When Chai
vision for a global future. Met Toast, Shilpa Ananth and Dhol Tasha.
Christmas @ Expo New Year's Eve @ Expo

20 - 28 December 2021 31 December 2021
The magic of Christmas will come to life from 20th - 28th Imagine ushering in the New Year with the festive spirit of
December at Expo 2020. Blending traditional celebrations more than 190 other countries in one night. Expo 2020 will
with a modern twist, visitors will experience a true festive take visitors on a musical journey around the globe as we
environment. Al Wasl Plaza will be turned into a magical celebrate this joyous moment with the world. As the clock
Winter Wonderland space with stunning Christmas decor, ticks down to midnight in Dubai, Expo 2020 will connect in a
festive projection content and a unqiue Christmas show single universal celebration filled with lights, live music,
each evening. Throughout the districts visitors can enjoy dance, projections and a stunning fireworks display as we
live performances, Christmas carols and festive surprises. usher in the year 2022.
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DAILY &
REGULAR
EVENTS
SPECIAL EVENTS
Dubai Millennium Amphitheatre
Halloween @ Expo A Musical Halloween Arabic Language Day @ Expo

31 October 2021 18 December 2021
Welcome to the celebration of the Halloween season with a Expo 2020 Dubai will celebrate the roots of a language
look back at some of stage and screen's most terrifying cherished by 422 million people the world over! From
soundtracks. From Little Shop and Phantom of the Opera classic to dialectic, from oral expression to poetic
to Thriller and Beetlejuice, this show pays homage to the calligraphy, the Arabic language has given rise to a
shows that bring the maleficent to the musical stage. The fascinating aesthetic literature, music, philosophy, even
most famous of all the fright night soundtracks in one, 60 architecture. The 18th of December will be an agile journey
minute, all singing, all dancing, all terrifyingly legendary, rock through the intricacies and layers of the Arabic language
opera spectacular. that darts seamlessly between past and present; the
heritage and the now. Traditional storytellers, nursery
rhymes, proverbs, and songs, are peppered with pops of
contemporary poems and spoken word. Where poets
young and old alike will weave their words in and out like a
Sadu tapestry - a story for the ages!
* Subject to change

Valentine's Day @ Expo
14 February 2022
This show celebrates love as the engine of the world. Love for our children, Love for friends, Love for family, Love for one another,
Love for our planet, Love for humanity. The very foundation, beauty, and fulfilment of life. A universal language that ties us together.
Touching our hearts, lifting our spirits, and generating a myriad of emotions.
Haq Al Laila Mother's Day @ Expo

18 March 2022 21 March 2022
Haq Al Laila 18th March in Al Forsan Park - Haq Al Laila "For An inspirational and engaging live show, celebrating and
this Night" takes place on the 15th of Shabaan the eighth tributing the phenomenal role and influence of
month of the Islamic calendar in anticipation of the coming Motherhood, in our lives, and society. Woven together by
month of Ramadan. To mark the occasion, children dress up an incredible children’s choir and infused with vox pops, live
in traditional clothing and carry colourful woven bags and poetry, light hearted humour and powerful words of
proceed to go around from one house to another singing inspiration. Delivered from the heart. The joys, the sorrows,
specific songs linked to hundreds of years of tradition the laughter and the tears.
asking for 'Haq al Laila' such as candy, nuts or money. Expo
will celebrate Haq Al Laila with children and families alike in
a fun, exciting and unique event in Al Forsan park to
promote the values of giving and sharing.
Event Venue
Al Forsan Park
World Poetry Day @ Expo

21 March 2022
The transformative power of poetry, dynamically staged

and interdisciplinary, will cast a light on our common
humanity and shared values. Expo celebrates World Poetry
Day by featuring oral traditions that, over centuries, have
found a way to express the inexpressible, across cultures,
languages, borders, and eras. While collaborating with our
International Participants, and homegrown and
internationally-renowned spoken word artists, Expo 2020
will offer a dynamic performance that embraces multiple
languages and mediums - even on Instagram and Twitter.
* Subject to change

WEEKLY
EVENT
PROGRAMME
Week-by-week listing
of the exciting events
and entertainment at
Expo 2020 Dubai
OCTOBER
2021
Opening Weekend
Weeks 1 - 4
OPENING
WEEKEND
30 September - 2 October 2021
Thursday, 30 September 2021

Event Name Time & Venue Description
l Opening Ceremony Evening Witness the opening of the greatest show on

Al Wasl Plaza earth, through a masterful display of stunning
(Invite Only) visuals, music, performance and much more!
Friday, 1 October 2021

l Music | Angola: 10:00 - 10:30 Experience two artists from the new generation
African Percussion Performance 15:00 - 15:30 of Angolan percussionists demonstrating that
Sea Plaza through the sound of drumming, harmony is
achieved in a village. It has been described as an
‘eclectic music symbiosis between traditional
roots and world music’.
l Dance | Morocco: 14:00 - 14:30 Music and dance are at the heart of the culture
Weekend Moroccan Popular Event Wadi Circle and society of Morocco, performed at
weddings, parties and festivals throughout the
country. As a visitor to Expo 2020 Dubai, you
can experience a captivating display of
fascinating styles of Moroccan dance.
14:00 - 14:30: A celebration of Hungarian contemporary dance

l Dance | Hungary: Fricska Rhythm
Earth Stage and pounding rhythms. This interactive
17:30 - 18:00: performance, full of symbolic meanings and
Sea Stage explosive energy, draws you into the show itself.
20:30 - 21:00: The ultimate in audience participation and full-on
The Bowl enjoyment, don’t miss out!
l Opening Ceremony Slovak Pavilion 14:30 - 15:00 Be mesmerised by ballet and contemporary
16:30 - 17:00 dance performances with singers playing
Sea Stage violins, cello with electronic music.
Evening Dream about flying across Al Wasl’s dome and it

l Interactive Experience
Al Wasl Plaza may come true. In the plaza’s garden are special
gateways to the world of Rashid and Latifa. Step
through them and soar into a new dimension for
you to explore, discover, laugh and have fun. After
sunset, you will have the chance to enter one of our
interactive booths, create an avatar and watch as
it’s launched on to Al Wasl’s canvas where it will
have its moment of fame under the spotlight.
* Subject to change
l International Celebrations l International Days l National Days & Honour Days l Expo Entertainment Programme
l Participants’ Programmes l Programme for People and Planet l Business Programme l Dubai Exhibition Centre

l Salama's Secrets Evening Our beloved Rashid and Latifa need help! In this epic
Al Wasl Plaza 20-minute performance in Al Wasl, watch Rashid
and Latifa's battle against Mr. Scrap in a brilliant
display of theatrics, song and live audience
interaction.
l Inaugural Event - India Pavilion 18:30 - 20:30 Enjoy a cultural show comprising of dance and
Dubai Millennium music that showcases the traditional Garba
Amphitheatre and Dandiya dance styles. The spectacular
visual offering also includes Nathulal Solanki,
the maestro of the traditional Rajasthan folk
instrument Nagara.
Music | Morocco:
Heartbeats of the Moroccan Time & Venue
Pop Scene - Hatim Ammor 20:00 - 21:15
Jubilee Stage
Morocco’s biggest selling pop star
Description
Hatim Ammor’s single ‘Mchiti Fiha’
is the biggest hit with more than
100 million views on YouTube. In
2019, all tracks from his album ‘Bla
Ounwan’ topped the charts and he
became the #1 artist in Morocco.
Ammor became the first Arabic
artist to collaborate with Enrique
Iglesias, Descemer Buenos, El
Micha and RedOne for the Arabic
version of the international hit
"Nos Fuemos Lejos”.
l Music | Late Nights @ Expo 22:30 - 01:00 Be captivated by magical encounters created by
Jubilee Stage local and international artists, who are breaking
barriers between musical genres and cultures,
through mashups and original artist collaborations.
Saturday, 2 October 2021

l Street Theatre | France: 10:00 - 10:30 Time for some clowning around. Bring the kids
Clown Performance 2020 Plaza and join Bleu-blanc-rouge balloon clown for
11:30 - 12:00 crazy, madcap antics and more fun with
15:00 - 15:30 balloons than you ever thought possible!
17:30 - 18:00 What a performance! This is serious fun for the
Sun Plaza entire family!
20:30 - 21:00
Ghaf Circle
l Street Theatre | France: 10:30 - 11:00 Be amazed by the Cosmopods Stilt Walkers and
Stilt Walking Performance 14:30 - 15:00 their visual, interactive and modular show with
16:30 - 17:00 stilts on arms and legs.
18:30 - 19:00
Sea Plaza
* Subject to change

Music | Angola:
African Percussion Performance
Time & Venue
13:30 - 14:00
2020 Plaza
Description
Experience two artists from the
new generation of Angolan
percussionists demonstrating
that through the sound of
drumming, harmony is achieved
in a village. It has been described
as an ‘eclectic music symbiosis
between traditional roots and
world music’.
13:40 - 14:15 Aplace to gather the audience interested in seeing

l French Patrol
Al Forsan Park the flyover. The French patrol has defined an axis
above the Expo, the best Expo site is the Al Forsan to
enjoy the show. There will be comments by the
commander of the Patrouille, and music broadcasting.
l Dance | Hungary: Fricska Rhythm 14:00 - 14:30 A celebration of Hungarian contemporary

Earth Stage dance and pounding rhythms. This interactive
17:30 - 18:00 performance, full of symbolic meanings and
Sea Stage explosive energy, draws you into the show itself.
20:30 - 21:00 The ultimate in audience participation and
The Bowl full-on enjoyment, don’t miss out!
l Dance | Morocco: 14:00 - 14:30 Music and dance are at the heart of the culture and
Weekend Moroccan Popular Event Wadi Circle society of Morocco, performed at weddings, parties
and festivals throughout the country. As a visitor to
Expo 2020 Dubai, you can experience a captivating
display of fascinating styles of Moroccan dance.
l National Day | France 16:15 Celebrate France and the French Pavilion, with
Al Wasl Plaza dedicated programmes and celebrate its unique
culture and talent.
l Mascot Film 17:00 - 17:30 Enjoy your favourite episode of Rashid and
Jubilee Stage Latifa’s adventures. Grab a seat and have a bite
as you sit back and watch the story unfold on
the big screen. This is the perfect family fun
event. Watch out for some surprise guests too!
l Interactive Experience Evening Dream about flying across Al Wasl’s dome and it
* Subject to change

Al Wasl Plaza 20-minute performance in Al Wasl, watch Rashid and
Latifa's battle against Mr. Scrap in a brilliant display of
theatrics, song and live audience interaction.
Dubai Millennium local and international artists, who are breaking
Amphitheatre barriers between musical genres and cultures,
Every Day
Moroccan Popular Event 2020 Plaza and society of Morocco, performed at
16:00 - 16:30 weddings, parties and festivals throughout the
Earth Plaza country. As a visitor to Expo 2020 Dubai, you
19:30 - 20:00 can experience a captivating display of
Sun Plaza fascinating styles of Moroccan dance.
l Daily Parade 12:45 Each day, the “Colours of the World” Parade will
Ghaf Avenue welcome countries to Expo 2020 Dubai and treat
audiences to a unique cultural fusion experience. The
Parade is a vibrant, colourful moving celebration
featuring performers and musicians that radiates
energy and brings a blast of fun to daytime visitors.
Each National Day will be highlighted in this beautiful
Parade, blending the culture of the UAE with other
cultures from around the world.
l Rashid and Latifa’s World Adventure Before sunset Join us for a never-before-seen show as Mr.
Dubai Millennium Scrap once again tries to defeat our heroes
Amphitheatre using his latest evil plan. Full of music, dance
and excitement, watch the full mascot
ensemble sing their signature songs and
overcome their latest challenge.
l Dance | Malaysia: 19:30 - 20:00 Immerse yourself in Malaysia's exotic and

Truly Asia Cultural Showcase Earth Stage enthralling culture, with a feast of performances
showcasing its diverse richness and heritage. A
unique variety of traditional music, dance and
cuisine come together to give everyone an
authentic taste of Malaysia!
* Subject to change

WEEK 1 CLIMATE &
BIODIVERSITY WEEK
IN ASSOCIATION WITH
3 - 9 October 2021 How do we work together to better manage

climate change and protect biodiversity?
Sunday, 3 October 2021

Coming Full Circle | People’s

Promise for Climate Impact (Flagship) Time & Venue
10:00 - 19:00
The Nexus for People & Planet
North and South
Hybrid event (in-person and virtual)
Description
Be inspired and empowered to tackle
climate change during this two-day
celebration of youth-led climate
action from across the globe. This
event will help you understand your
personal impact, with a focus on how
you can act to help secure a
climate-safe future for all.
l National Day | 10:15 Celebrate Uganda and the Uganda Pavilion,

Republic of Uganda Al Wasl Plaza with dedicated programmes and celebrate its
unique culture and talent.
l Dance | Uganda: 14:30 - 15:00 Experience an authentic, multicultural and

UG Cultural Performance 16:30 - 17:00 celebratory show of the Ugandan culture featuring
Sun Stage folk dances and mixed arts from Uganda.
l Country Business Briefings | Uganda 14:30 - 18:00 The platform will enable countries and organisations
Business Connect Centre to leverage the presence of their heads of state,
leaders and industry experts, shed light on their
business opportunities, and cultivate valuable
dialogue and connections with the wide range of
business stakeholders visiting Expo.
l Dance | New Zealand: 16:00 - 16:30 Experience the Kapa Haka performance where they
Kapa Haka Performance Dubai Millennium showcase their history, the power of the Te Reo,
Amphitheatre power of music and the absolute wairua of te ao
Māori (soul and spirit of the Māori world). Kapa Haka is
an indigenous cultural icon, unique to Aotearoa.
l World Majlis | Nature’s Game 16:00 - 18:00 Hear thought leaders, visionaries and changemakers
of Jenga: Getting Creative to Terra Auditorium discuss the complexity and interconnectedness of
Fight Biodiversity Loss Hybrid event our ecosystems and explore innovative strategies
(in-person and online) for reforestation and sustaining biodiversity.
l Dance | Angola: 22:00 - 22:30 Be entranced by four traditional dancers who dance
Traditional Dance and Percussion Earth Stage to the beat of Batuque, where dancers gather in a
circle, in a backyard, in a house or sometimes a public
square. This traditional dancing and percussion
epitomizes the grace of Angolan and African culture.
l Dance | United States: Step Afrika! 17:30 - 19:00 Don’t miss one of the top African-American dance
20:00 - 21:30 companies in the United States. Their percussive
Jubilee Stage dance style is an array of contemporary dance and
art forms, integrating songs, storytelling, humour and
audience participation. A true artistic experience!
* Subject to change

Monday, 4 October 2021
l Climate & Biodiversity Business Forum 09:00 - 17:00 A platform to highlight business opportunities,
Dubai Exhibition Centre cutting-edge technologies, and progress achieved by
Hall 2A South the UAE, participating countries and Expo Partners in
Hybrid event the spheres of climate and biodiversity.
(in-person and virtual)
l Coming Full Circle | 10:00 - 19:00 Be inspired and empowered to tackle climate change
People’s Promise for Climate Impact The Nexus for People & during this two-day celebration of youth-led climate
(Flagship) Planet North and South action from across the globe. This event will help you
Hybrid event understand your personal impact, with a focus on how
(in-person and virtual) you can act to help secure a climate-safe future for all.
l National Day | Ukraine 10:15 Celebrate Ukraine and the Ukraine Pavilion, with
culture and talent.
l Country Business Briefings | Ukraine 14:30 - 17:30 The platform will enable countries and
Business Connect Centre organisations to leverage the presence of their
heads of state, leaders and industry experts, shed
light on their business opportunities, and cultivate
valuable dialogue and connections with the wide
range of business stakeholders visiting Expo.
l Women’s Pavilion Programme | 15:00 - 16:30 Hear thought leaders, visionaries and
Women’s World Majlis: Women’s Pavilion changemakers discuss how to better integrate
Mother Nature First Defenders: Hybrid event women’s knowledge and perspectives in
Women Leading the Fight to (in-person and virtual) decision-making processes around climate
Save our Planet change.
Dance | New Zealand:

Kapa Haka Performance
Time & Venue
16:00 - 16:30
Dubai Millennium
Amphitheatre
Description
Experience the Kapa Haka
performance where they
showcase their history, the
power of the Te Reo, power of
music and the absolute wairua
of te ao Māori (soul and spirit
of the Māori world). Kapa
Haka is an indigenous cultural
icon, unique to Aotearoa.
l Expo Live Impact Series | 16:00 - 16:45 Panel discussion on how simple technologies can
Reducing our Footprint Hybrid event have a large impact on mitigating the negative
(and the tech that can help) (in-person and virtual) effects of our footprint on the planet.
l Cinema / Film | Slovenia: 16:00 - 18:00 The documentary Wild Slovenia visually presents the
Wild Slovenia Terra Auditorium very diverse fauna and flora of Slovenia, focusing on
mammals and birds, and shows some particularly
* Subject to change
interesting species of amphibians, fish, insects and plants.

l Dance | United States: Step Afrika! 17:00 - 18:30 Don’t miss one of the top African-American dance
Jubilee Stage companies in the United States. Their percussive
dance style is an array of contemporary dance and art
forms, integrating songs, storytelling, humour and
l Ministerial Dinner 19:30 - 22:30 Facilitated conversations among high-level,

Leadership Pavilion influential players on specific topics related to
(Invite Only) advancing the UAE’s international cooperation
agenda on climate and biodiversity.
l Coming Full Circle | Full Day Be inspired by a grassroots assembly of climate

People’s Promise for Climate Impact The Nexus for People & influencers and young changemakers prior to the
(Flagship) Planet and Opportunity COP26 Conference of the Parties, which seeks to
Forum inform policymakers and advance climate change
Hybrid event action.
Tuesday, 5 October 2021

Celebrate the Republic of Vanuatu and the
l National Day | Republic of Vanuatu 10:15
Vanuatu Pavilion, with dedicated programmes
Al Wasl Plaza
and celebrate its unique culture and talent.
l Reaching the Last Mile | 10:00 - 13:00 An event that brings together key
Transforming Energy in The Nexus for People stakeholders who have championed the clean
Small Island Developing States & Planet and BPA energy transition by developing renewable
Speaker’s Corner energy solutions in Small Island Developing
(Invite Only) States (SIDS).
15:00 - 16:00 Learn about development solutions that have

l Best Practice Area Programming
BPA Speaker's Corner demonstrated impacts for increased climate
Slots | Effective Climate and
(Opportunity Pavilion) and disaster resilience.
Biodiversity Solutions
l Dignified Storytelling | 15:00 - 17:15 Enjoy a vibrant youth poetry slam that
Working Together to Safeguard The Nexus for People & highlights the interconnectedness of people
our Collective Future Planet and planet, and sheds light on the importance
Hybrid event of working together to safeguard our collective
(in-person and virtual) future. The poetry slam will be followed by a
panel discussion and a Q&A session.
l Expo Live Impact Series | 16:00 - 16:45 Panel discussion focusing on rural communities
Powering up Communities with The Hub, The Good Place gaining access to clean, affordable and reliable
Clean Energy (and easy financing) Hybrid event energy.
l World Majlis | Sustainability for All: 16:00 - 18:00 Hear thought leaders, visionaries and changemakers
Rewriting Our Narrative for UK Pavilion discuss innovative policies, technologies and lifestyle
Sustainable Living Hybrid event solutions that will enable us to live healthier, more
(in-person and virtual) affordable lives in balance with nature.
l Expo Live Impact Series | 17:30 - 18:15 A panel discussion exploring innovative solutions on
A Green Recovery The Hub, The Good Place reforestation and restoring the balance of nature.
Hybrid event
* Subject to change

l Conference | Panama: 18:00 - 20:00 Several national institutions and organizations

Preserving the hidden gem Terra Auditorium embarking on ambitious projects to preserve the
of global biodiversity forests, oceans and manage climate change. Panama
invites the world to a joint effort to truly protect our
immense biodiversity and fight climate change.
Dance | United States: Step Afrika! Time & Venue

Top 10 African-American dance 17:30 - 19:00
companies in the United States Jubilee Stage
Description
Don't miss out on one of the top
African-American dance companies
in the United States. Their percussive
dance style is an array of
contemporary dance and art forms,
integrating songs, storytelling,
humour and audience participation. A
true artistic experience!
Repeat performances will also

take place on the Earth Stage on 7, 8
and 9 October 2021.
l Talks, Lectures, Comedy | L'Oréal Paris, 19:00 - 21:00 Inviting International celebrities for an interactive
the Standup Movement Dubai Millenium session with the presence of Hollaback–this will include
Amphitheatre a discussion between the celebrity and the trainer,
sharing more on personal experiences, interacting with
the audiences and spreading awareness.
l WETEX and Dubai Solar Show 2021 Full Day The region’s largest sustainability and renewable
Dubai Exhibition Centre energy technology exhibition; presented by Dubai
Electricity and Water Authority.
Wednesday, 6 October 2021

l Conservation for Hope | Advancing 10:00 - 18:30 Discover best practice approaches to
Best Practice in Wildlife and Biodiversity The Nexus for People & advancing conservation efforts for a better
Conservation Planet North and South planet shared by the global zoological and
Hybrid event conservation community.
l Country Business Briefings | Syria Business Connect The platform will enable countries and
Centre organisations to leverage the presence of their
l Expo Live Impact Series | 16:00 - 16:45 Panel discussion on innovative consumable
Turning the Tide on Single Use Plastics The Hub, The Good Place alternatives to plastic and addressing behaviour
Hybrid event change for large-scale adoption.
l Dance | United States: Step Afrika! 17:30 - 19:00 Don't miss out on one of the top African-American
Jubilee Stage dance companies in the United States. Their percussive
dance style is an array of contemporary dance and art
forms, integrating songs, storytelling, humour and
* Subject to change

l Expo Live | Networking 18:00 - 18:45 A casual gathering of Expo Live Global Innovators present
The Hub, The Good Place during this week, as well as members of the greater
(Invite Only) start-up and social impact ecosystem in the region.
l World Green Economy Summit 2021 Full Day A leading global forum on the green economy
Dubai Exhibition Centre bringing together world-class experts; presented by
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority and World
Green Economy Organisation.
Thursday, 7 October 2021

l SDG | Reaching for the Stars: 10:30 - 18:00 Practitioners, policymakers and grassroots actors
Sustainable and Climate Resilient The Nexus for People & showcase local knowledge and best practices in
Mountain Development Planet North and South enhancing the safeguarding and resilience of
Hybrid event mountain communities, livelihoods, and ecosystems.
(Invite Only)
l Women's Pavilion Program | 11:00 - 13:00 Be inspired by stories of women leading the
Women in Arabia/ Islam: Women’s Pavilion way in climate and biodiversity from different
Stories of Sustainability from Hybrid event parts of the Arab and Islamic world.
the Muslim World (in-person and virtual)
l Best Practice Area 14:30 - 15:30 Learn about development solutions that have
Programming Slots | Effective Climate The Nexus for People demonstrated impacts for increased climate
and Biodiversity Solutions & Planet and disaster resilience.
15:00 - 16:00
BPA Speaker's Corner
(Opportunity Pavilion)
l Expo Live Impact Series | 16:00 - 16:45 Panel discussion on circular economies,
Recycling That Makes a Difference The Hub, The Good Place decentralised waste management solutions, and
Hybrid event the impact they have on communities and cities.
l World Majlis | Earth 2.0: 16:00 - 18:00 Hear thought leaders, visionaries and
Reengineering Planet Earth Terra Auditorium changemakers discuss technologies for altering
Hybrid event the biosphere and the ethics, politics and
(in-person and virtual) economics of deploying such techniques.
l Music | World Beats 16:00 - 01:00 The first event in the ‘Expo Beats’ festival series.
Jubilee Stage Setting the tone for everything great that will happen
at Expo, featuring artists from every corner of our
planet, of all genres. Celebrating music from our
world, all together.
through them and soar into a new dimension for you
to explore, discover, laugh and have fun. After sunset,
you will have the chance to enter one of our
interactive booths, create an avatar and watch as it’s
Latifa's battle against Mr. Scrap in a brilliant display
of theatrics, song and live audience interaction.
* Subject to change

World Green Economy Summit 2021
Time & Venue

Full Day
Dubai Exhibition Centre
Description
A leading global forum on the
green economy bringing
together world-class experts;
presented by Dubai Electricity
and Water Authority and World
Green Economy Organisation.
Music | Hungary:
Kerekes Band
Time & Venue
11:30 - 12:00
14:30 - 15:00
17:30 - 18:00
Sea Stage
Description
Enjoy a musical treat from a
well-known group of dance-houses
in Hungary, performing authentic
folk music from Moldova based on
authenticity, but with influences
from jazz, funk and Balkan music.
Kerekes call their music ethno-funk.
* Subject to change

l Expo Live Impact Series | 16:00 - 16:45 Panel discussion on the power of working with nature
Collaborate with Nature The Hub, The Good Place to find ways to safeguard our planet and our future.
Hybrid event
l Music | World Beats 16:00 - 01:00 The first event in the ‘Expo Beats’ festival series.
Jubilee Stage Setting the tone for everything great that will
happen at Expo, featuring artists from every
corner of our planet, of all genres. Celebrating
music from our world, all together.
l Interactive Experience Evening Dream about flying across Al Wasl’s dome and it may
Al Wasl Plaza come true. In the plaza’s garden are special gateways
to the world of Rashid and Latifa. Step through them
and soar into a new dimension for you to explore,
discover, laugh and have fun. After sunset, you will
have the chance to enter one of our interactive
booths, create an avatar and watch as it’s launched
on to Al Wasl’s canvas where it will have its moment
of fame under the spotlight.
l Music | Jill Barber Concert 20:00 - 22:00 Jill Barber is a three-time Juno Award nominated
Dubai Millennium singer-songwriter with an unforgettable voice
Amphitheatre once heard, never forgotten. Her critically
acclaimed repertoire spans a transformative
spectrum from folk, to vocal jazz, to pop and
includes songs in both French & English.

l National Day | Turkmenistan 10:15 Celebrate the Turkmenistan and the Turkmenistan
Al Wasl Plaza Pavilion, with dedicated programmes and celebrate
its unique culture and talent.
l Sustainability @ Expo | 10:00 - 13:00 An exploration of restorative and regenerative

Restoring Balance The Nexus for People & solutions across sectors that produce
Planet North environmental, social, and economic benefits.
(Invite Only) The event will also highlight Expo 2020 Dubai’s
efforts to integrate sustainability into the Expo
site, International Participants’ own
sustainability initiatives, and Expo’s broader
sustainability legacy.
l Cultures in Conversation | 12:00 - 16:00 Listen in on a dialogue that explores how global
Climate Change in the Classroom, Terra Auditorium consciousness combined with political will has
Living Room, Street and Beyond the power to achieve climate justice and avert
ecological catastrophe.
l Music | Hungary: Kerekes Band 13:30 - 15:30 Enjoy a musical treat from a well-known group in
Dubai Millennium dance-houses in Hungary, their aim is to perform
Amphitheatre folk music from Moldova based on authenticity, but
with influences from jazz, funk and Balkan music.
Kerekes call their music ethno-funk.
* Subject to change

Music | World Beats
Time & Venue

16:00 - 01:00
Jubilee Stage
Description
The first event in the ‘Expo
Beats’ festival series. Setting
the tone for everything great
that will happen at Expo,
featuring artists from every
corner of our planet, of all
genres. Celebrating music
from our world, all together.
l Music | Pakistan: The Land of Melodies 20:30 - 22:30 A musical evening, filled with instrumental and
Dubai Millennium vocal melodies from the 6 different regions of
Amphitheatre Pakistan.
Dance | Pakistan: Celebrate Pakistan!

Time & Venue
20:30 - 22:00
Dubai Millennium
Amphitheatre
Description
Don't miss out on Atif Aslam,
the Pakistani playback singer,
songwriter, composer and
actor has received numerous
awards for his songs in both
India and Pakistan, including
the Lux Style Awards.
In 2019, he was awarded a star

in the Dubai Walk of Fame in
Downtown Dubai.
* Subject to change

Every Day
16:00 - 16:30 country. As a visitor to Expo 2020 Dubai, you
Earth Plaza can experience a captivating display of
19:30 - 20:00
Sun Plaza
Parade is a vibrant, colourful moving celebration
l Rashid and Latifa’s World Adventure Before sunset Join us for a never-before-seen show as Mr. Scrap once
Dubai Millennium again tries to defeat our heroes using his latest evil plan.
Amphitheatre Full of music, dance and excitement, watch the full
mascot ensemble sing their signature songs and
overcome their latest challenge.

showcasing its diverse richness and heritage.
A unique variety of traditional music, dance and
* Subject to change

WEEK 2
10 - 16 October 2021

Music | Canada: Beolach & Les Grand Hurleurs
Time & Venue

19:30 - 21:30
Dubai Millennium
Amphitheatre
Description
Beolach is a Canadian
instrumental folk music group
from Nova Scotia and most
noted for their 2020 album All
Hands which was a Juno Award
nominee for Traditional Folk
Album of the Year in 2021.
l National Day | 10:15 Celebrate the Republic of Gambia at the

Republic of Gambia Al Wasl Plaza Gambia Pavilion, with dedicated programmes
and celebrate its unique culture and tale.

l National Day | 10:15 Celebrate the Kingdom of Eswatini at the
Kingdom of Eswatini Al Wasl Plaza Eswatini Pavilion, with dedicated programmes
celebrating its unique culture and talent.
l Country Business Briefings | Eswatini 14:30 - 17:30 The platform will enable countries and
l Music | Angola: 15:30 - 16:00 Experience two artists from the new generation of
African Percussion Performance 16:30 - 17:00 Angolan percussionists demonstrating that through
2020 Plaza the sound of drumming, harmony is achieved in a
village. It has been described as an ‘eclectic music
symbiosis between traditional roots and world music’.
l Dance | Senegal: 19:00 - 20:00 The traditional folkloric and percussive Senegalese
Bakalama Performance Dubai Millennium dance troupe Bakalama will have you out of your
Amphitheatre seat, and on your feet! Join in with their traditional
African songs and performances in celebration of
the joyful, rich and diverse culture of Africa.
* Subject to change

l Dance | Senegal: Ballet National 21:00 - 22:00 Move to the rhythm of the top dance company
Dubai Millennium in West Africa, Le Ballet National du Senegal.
Amphitheatre High-energy performances and instruments
showcase the cultural diversity of this
wonderful country and its openness to the
world. Your feet won’t be still for long!
Music | Jalsat @ Expo

Khaleeji-led jam session Time & Venue
20:30 - 22:30
Jubilee Stage
Description
Reimagining Jalsat as a vibrant
Khaleeji-led jam session, our
Jalsat Nights will give visitors an
exciting introduction to Arabic
tradition as we showcase a lively
formation of 25 local musicians
who are joined by special guest
artists from other cultures.

l Global Business Forum Africa | Day 1 07:30 - 17:00 Forum hosted by Expo 2020 and Dubai
Dubai Exhibition Centre Chamber of Commerce and Industry focusing
Hall 1 North on the economic outlooks of the UAE and Africa
to encourage international revenue flows by
addressing challenges and harnessing
opportunities.
l National Day | 10:15 Celebrate the Republic of Senegal and the

Republic of Senegal Al Wasl Plaza Senegal Pavilion, with dedicated programmes
l Country Business Briefings | Senegal 14:30 - 17:30 The platform will enable countries and
l Music | Spain: Artefactum. 18:30 - 19:00 A rich, cultural show encompassing the Middle
Christian, Arab and Sephardic Music The Bowl Ages to the Renaissance and Baroque, as well
as Christian, Arab and Sephardic music that
influenced the development and culture of the
Spanish people. Discover this history in an
enchanting musical event. Olé!
l Dance | Senegal: 19:00 - 20:00 The traditional folkloric and percussive Senegalese
Bakalama Performance Dubai Millennium dance troupe Bakalama will have you out of your
Amphitheatre seat, and on your feet! Join in with their traditional
* Subject to change

Dance | Senegal:
Ballet National
One of the oldest artistic Time & Venue
troupes in Senegal 21:00 - 22:00
Dubai Millennium
Amphitheatre
Description
Move to the rhythm of the top
dance company in West Africa,
Le Ballet National du Senegal.
High-energy performances and
instruments showcase the
cultural diversity of this
wonderful country and its
openness to the world. Your feet
won’t be still for long!
l Spotlights on Africa | Full Day Learn about the progress on the Sendai
Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Terra Auditorium Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction, and
Hybrid even about innovative solutions for early warning
(in-person and virtual) systems in Africa.

l Global Business Forum Africa | Day 2 09:00 - 18:00 Forum hosted by Expo 2020 and Dubai Chamber of
Dubai Exhibition Centre Commerce and Industry focusing on the economic
Hall 1 North outlooks of the UAE and Africa to encourage
international revenue flows by addressing
challenges and harnessing opportunities.
l Conference | European Union: 10:00 - 16:00 Spotlight on Expo and participating countries’
How Can We Ramp Up Private Terra Auditorium sustainability initiatives, standards and models
Investment in Developing Countries? through their pavilion content, design,
programming and operations.
l Conference | Senegal: Investments 10:00 - 16:00 Spotlight on Senegal presenting business and
and business opportunities forum Dubai Exhibition Centre investment opportunities.
Hall 2A South
l National Day | 10:15 Celebrate the Republic of Sierra Leone and the
Republic of Sierra Leone Al Wasl Plaza Sierra Leone Pavilion, with dedicated programmes
* Subject to change

A unique Portuguese language festival taking

l Festival | Lusophonia Festival 16:00 – 00:00
visitors on a journey through music, dance and
Jubilee Stage
culture. The festival line-up will be infused with
spoken word and other cultural performances from
Portugal, Angola, Mozambique, Brazil, Timor Leste
and São Tomé e Príncipe.
Music | Spain: Artefactum.

Christian, Arab and Sephardic Music
Time & Venue

18:00 - 20:00
Terra Auditorium
Description
A rich, cultural show
encompassing the Middle Ages
to the Renaissance and Baroque,
as well as Christian, Arab and
Sephardic music that influenced
the development and culture of
the Spanish people. Discover this
history in an enchanting musical
event. Olé!
l Dance | Senegal: Bakalama Performance 19:00 - 20:00 The traditional folkloric and percussive Senegalese
Dubai Exhibition Centre dance troupe Bakalama will have you out of your
Hall 2A South seat, and on your feet! Join in with their traditional
Music | Late Nights @ Expo
Time & Venue

22:30 - 1:00
Jubilee Stage
Description
Be captivated by magical
encounters created by local and
international artists, who are
breaking barriers between
musical grenres and cultures,
through mashups and orginal
artist collaborations.
* Subject to change

l Country Business Briefings | Business Connect Centre Platform to enable countries and organisations
Sierra Leone to leverage the presence of their heads of state,
dialogue and connections with the wide range
of business stakeholders visiting Expo.
country. As a visitor to Expo2020 Dubai, you
l Interactive Experience Evening Dream about flying across Al Wasl’s dome and
Al Wasl Plaza it may come true. In the plaza’s garden are
special gateways to the world of Rashid and
Latifa. Step through them and soar into a new
dimension for you to explore, discover, laugh
and have fun. After sunset, you will have the
chance to enter one of our interactive booths,
create an avatar and watch as it’s launched on
to Al Wasl’s canvas where it will have its
l Salama's Secrets Evening Our beloved Rashid and Latifa need help! In this
Al Wasl Plaza epic 20-minute performance in Al Wasl, watch
Rashid and Latifa's battle against Mr. Scrap in a
brilliant display of theatrics, song and live
audience interaction.
l Music | Hungary: Fono Band 14:30 - 15:00 Enjoy a rare treat by musicians who have
2020 Plaza devoted their careers to performing and
20:00 - 20:30 teaching traditional Hungarian folk music.
Sea Plaza Their repertoire consists of Magyar and other
22:00 - 22:30 Carpathian-Basin peoples' instrumental and
Earth Stage vocal music, with authentic arrangements.
Festival | Lusophonia Festival
Time & Venue

16:00 - 00:00
Jubilee Stage
Description
Embark on a unique Portuguese
language festival taking visitors
on a journey through music,
dance and culture. The festival
line-up will be infused with
spoken word and other cultural
performances from Portugal,
Angola, Mozambique, Brazil,
Timor Leste and São Tomé e
Príncipe.
* Subject to change

l Dance | Senegal: 19:00 - 20:00 The traditional folkloric and percussive

Bakalama Performance Dubai Exhibition Centre Senegalese dance troupe Bakalama will have
Hall 2A South you out of your seat, and on your feet! Join in
with their traditional African songs and
performances in celebration of the joyful, rich
and diverse culture of Africa.
l Music | Pakistan - The Land of Melodies 19:00 - 21:00 A musical evening, filled with instrumental and
Terra Auditorium vocal melodies from the 6 different regions of
Pakistan.
l Dance | Senegal: Ballet National 21:00 - 22:00 Move to the rhythm of the top dance company in
Dubai Exhibition Centre West Africa, Le Ballet National du Senegal.
Hall 2A South High-energy performances and instruments
showcase the cultural diversity of this wonderful
country and its openness to the world. Your feet
won’t be still for long!
Infinite Nights
Kadim Al Sahir Time & Venue
22:00 - 00:00
Al Wasl Plaza
Description
Expo 2020 is excited to present
Kadim Al Sahir, one of the greatest
Arab artists of all time with over 100
million albums sold. Kadim will
capture the world’s imagination as he
opens the ‘Infinite Nights’ series of
live shows from the heart of Expo
and streamed to millions of fans
across the world. Kadim’s cutting
edge performance promises a night
of dazzling music and entertainment.
To experience the show, please visit:

www.expo2020dubai.com
* Subject to change

l World Food Day | Specialist Event The Nexus for People & Specialist Event brings Expo’s partners together
Planet North and to discuss key topics under the food theme.
Opportunity Forum
Hybrid event
(Invite Only)
l National Day | 10:15 Celebrate the Commonwealth of Dominica and

Commonwealth of Dominica Al Wasl Plaza its Pavilion, with dedicated programmes and
celebrate its unique culture & talent.
country. As a visitor to Expo 2020 Dubai, you
14.00 - 18.50 Public event to raise awareness and celebrate

l World Food Day |
The Nexus for People & World Food Day - spotlighting the UAE’s
People-facing Flagship Event
Planet North and leadership role in relevant areas, and Expo
Opportunity Forum Participant best practices and success stories.
l Music | Hungary: Fono Band 16:00 - 18:00 Enjoy a rare treat by musicians who have
Dubai Millennium devoted their careers to performing and
Amphitheatre teaching traditional Hungarian folk music. Their
repertoire consists of Magyar and other
Carpathian-Basin peoples' instrumental and
vocal music, with authentic arrangements.
l Music | Mexico: Troker Music Concert 16:00 - 18:00 A six piece band with a distinctive groove that
Dubai Millennium mixes jazz, progressive rock, hip hop with
Amphitheatre traditional Mexican music. Troker are considered
one of the most significant Mexican bands,
performing at more than 150 international
concerts in 17 countries.
l Festival | Lusophonia Festival 16:00 - 00:00 A unique Portuguese language festival taking
Jubilee Stage visitors on a journey through music, dance and
culture. The festival line-up will be infused with
spoken word and other cultural performances
from Portugal, Angola, Mozambique, Brazil, Timor
Leste and São Tomé e Príncipe.
l Interactive Experience Evening Dream about flying across Al Wasl’s dome and
Al Wasl Plaza it may come true. In the plaza’s garden are
special gateways to the world of Rashid and
Latifa. Step through them and soar into a new
dimension for you to explore, discover, laugh
and have fun. After sunset, you will have the
chance to enter one of our interactive booths,
create an avatar and watch as it’s launched on
to Al Wasl’s canvas where it will have its
brilliant display of theatrics, song and live
audience interaction.
* Subject to change

l Dance | Senegal: 19:00 - 20:00 The traditional folkloric and percussive

Bakalama Performance Dubai Exhibition Centre Senegalese dance troupe Bakalama will have
Hall 2A South you out of your seat, and on your feet! Join in
with their traditional African songs and
performances in celebration of the joyful, rich
and diverse culture of Africa.
l Music | Pakistan - The Land of Melodies 19:00 - 21:00 A musical evening, filled with instrumental and vocal
Terra Auditorium melodies from the 6 different regions of Pakistan.
l World Food Day | Youth Circle 19.00 - 20.30 This event will facilitate an interactive dialogue
50 | 71 among youth on the World Food Day thematic
Hybrid event areas. This will be done via established UAE
(in-person and virtual) Youth Circles in cooperation with the Federal
(Invite Only) Youth Authority, bringing together both Emirati
and global youth representatives with a view to
informing policy.
Music | Saudi Arabia: Saudi Variety Show

Time & Venue
19:30 - 21:00
Dubai Millennium
Amphitheatre
Description
Bring the family to a show with
an eclectic mix of comedy,
music, spoken word, prizes,
quizzes, sketches and audience
participation. This fun,
interactive, and hugely enjoyable
event features some of the best
talent and biggest names in the
Middle East.
l Dance | Senegal: Ballet National 21:00 - 22:00 Move to the rhythm of the leading dance
Dubai Exhibition Centre company in West Africa, Le Ballet National du
Hall 2A South Senegal. High-energy performance and
percussive instruments showcase the cultural
diversity of this wonderful country and highlight
its openness to the world. Your feet won’t stay
still for long!
l Country Business Briefings | Dominica Business Connect Centre The platform will enable countries and
organisations to leverage the presence of their
heads of state, leaders and industry experts,
shed light on their business opportunities, and
cultivate valuable dialogue and connections
with the wide range of business stakeholders
visiting Expo.
l International Day | World Food Day Full Day Expo 2020 Dubai will bring the world together
Site Wide to celebrate World Food Day in an effort to
foster an appreciation of our most basic need,
food, and raise awareness of the growing
problem of hunger. Co-curated with the UAE
Minister of State’s Office for Food and Water
Security and FAO (Food and Agriculture
Organization).
* Subject to change

Every Day
19:30 - 20:00
Sun Plaza
audiences to a unique cultural fusion experience.
The Parade is a vibrant, colourful moving
celebration featuring performers and musicians
that radiates energy and brings a blast of fun to
daytime visitors. Each National Day will be
highlighted in this beautiful Parade, blending the
culture of the UAE with other cultures from
around the world.
l Rashid and Latifa’s World Adventure Before sunset Join us for a never-before-seen show as Mr. Scrap
Dubai Millennium once again tries to defeat our heroes using his
Amphitheatre latest evil plan. Full of music, dance and
excitement, watch the full mascot ensemble sing
their signature songs and overcome their latest
challenge.

showcasing its diverse richness and heritage. A
unique variety of traditional music, dance and
* Subject to change

IN ASSOCIATION WITH
WEEK 3 SPACE WEEK

17 - 23 October 2021 How do we safely and productively
explore new frontiers?

l SDG | The People’s Mission: Citizens in 10:00 - 18:00 Hear first-hand accounts from astronauts, quiz
Space Exploration and Space Tech for Dubai Exhibition Centre them on their experiences, and learn all about the
Inclusive Development (Flagship) Hall 2A South transformative power of space-based technology.
Hybrid event (in-person Suitable for families, students or anyone with an
and virtual) interest in how Earth can benefit from space
exploration.
l National Day | Côte d'Ivoire 10:15 Celebrate Côte d'Ivoire and the Côte d'Ivoire
Al Wasl Plaza Pavilion, with dedicated programmes and
celebrate its unique culture and talent.
l World Majlis | Powers Out of This World: 16:00 - 18:00 Join us as thought leaders, visionaries and
Using Space for the Benefit of all Terra Auditorium changemakers discuss how we can ensure that the
Humanity Hybrid event (in-person development of space exploration technologies
and virtual) and their benefits reach everyone.
l Country Business Briefings | Côte d'Ivoire Business Connect Centre The platform will enable countries and

l National Day | Timor-Leste 10:15 Celebrate Timor-Leste and their Pavilion, with
Al Wasl Plaza dedicated programmes and its unique culture and
talent.
l Dignified Storytelling | Stories of Great 15:00 - 17:30 Join storytellers and communication experts
Ambition and Hope Terra Auditorium working with space agencies as they share
Hybrid event (in-person inspirational stories aimed at encouraging new
and virtual) generations to achieve their dreams and
aspirations through education, hard work, and
persistence.
l Music | Russia: Matryoshka Festival 18:00 - 20:00 The Matryoshka Festival features the best folk
Dubai Millennium artists from Russia. Performances will include the
Amphitheatre Alexandrov Ensemble Choir, the DOn Cossacks
Ensemble, a Caucasian Dance performance and
the Komi Ensemble.
l Music | Chile: Flangr - Music 19:30 - 20:00 Musical show performed by the chilean pop
with Space Sounds The Bowl artist ‘Flangr’, who has developed music with
space sounds coded from the Orion Nebula by
the Observatory ALMA.
l 1st World Giftedness Center Full Day Bringing together cutting-edge research findings,
International Conference Dubai Exhibition Centre and top level researchers and practitioners to
showcase best practices in giftedness, launched by
The Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation
for Distinguished Academic Performance.
* Subject to change

l Space Business Forum 09:00 - 16:45 A platform to highlight non-traditional business

Dubai Exhibition Centre opportunities, cutting-edge technologies, and
Hall 2A South progress achieved by the UAE, participating
Hybrid event (in-person countries and Expo Partners relevant to Space.
and virtual)
l National Day | Republic of Guyana 10:15 Celebrate the Republic of Guyana and the Guyana
Hybrid event celebrate its unique culture and talent.
l Best Practice Area Programming Slots | 15:00 - 16:00 Event that considers the economic benefits of the
Space Solutions for Development BPA Speaker’s Corner space sector, the myriad of ways the space
(Opportunity Pavilion) economy will expand in the coming years and the
role that governments can play to facilitate this
and to ensure that all of humanity benefits from
space exploration and technology.
l Talks, Lectures, Comedy | Australia: 16:00 - 18:00 Learn about Blue Carbon ecosystems and how they
Blue Carbon Majlis Terra Auditorium store carbon to protect our world. This event is part
of a two day event to look at the policy and financing
of this science, led by IORA Blue Carbon Hub and
co-curated with IORA Members and Observer states.
l Music | Mexico: Troker Music Concert 16:00 - 18:00 A six piece band with a distinctive groove that mixes
Dubai Millennium jazz, progressive rock, hip hop with traditional
Amphitheatre Mexican music. Troker are considered one of the
most significant Mexican bands, performing at more
than 150 international concerts in 17 countries.
World Majlis | Lessons from Space:

Applying Approaches from Space to Fight Climate Change
Time & Venue
16:00 - 18:00
India Pavilion
Hybrid event (in-person
and virtual)
Description
Join us as thought leaders,
visionaries and changemakers
discuss how living like
astronauts and adopting their
principles and practices of
recycling may help us act more
sustainably.
l Film | United States: Nasa Amongst the Stars 20:00 - 21:00 NASA present their film "Among the Stars"
Jubilee Stage celebrating Dubai hosting the 72nd International
Astronautical Congress (IAC) from 25 - 29 October
during Expo 2020's Space Week.
* Subject to change

l Country Business Briefings | Guyana Business Connect Centre The platform will enable countries and

l Conference | Malaysia: Mini Seminar on 10:00 - 12:00 This is an unmissable event for all trade visitors to
Investment Opportunities in Green Technology Terra Auditorium Expo 2020 Dubai with an interest in future renewable,
sustainable technologies that care for the environment.
This particular forum focuses on investment
opportunities in green technology in Malaysia.
l National Day | Republic of Panama 10:15 Celebrate the Republic of Panama and its Pavilion,
Al Wasl Plaza with dedicated programmes and celebrate its
l Country Business Briefings | Panama 14:30 - 17:30 Learn about development solutions that have used
Business Connect Centre innovative and collaborative approaches through
the use of space tools and exploration.
Women’s Pavilion Programme | Women’s World Majlis:

Mission Equality: Expanding Equal Opportunities in the
Space Economy
Time & Venue

15:00 – 16:30
Women’s Pavilion
Hybrid event (in-person and virtual)
Description
Join us as thought leaders,
visionaries and changemakers
discuss gender-inclusive and
responsive ways to develop the
economy of space.
l Ministerial Dinner 19:30 - 22:30 Facilitated conversations among high-level,

Leadership Pavilion influential players on specific topics related to
(Invite Only) advancing the UAE’s international cooperation
agenda on space.
l Space: Where the World Comes Full Day This event brings space-faring nations together to
Together for Progress Dubai Exhibition Centre forge a collaborative understanding on how to
Hall 2A South equitably access and explore this shared resource
(Invite Only) for the greater good of humanity.
* Subject to change

World Majlis | Next Gen | Planet B: Starting

Again But Doing Things Differently
Time & Venue
10:00 - 13:00
Terra Auditorium
Hybrid event (in-person and
virtual)
Description
Young adults and thought
leaders discuss the possibility of
making the Earth-like exoplanet
Kepler1649-c habitable for
human life and the mistakes
from Earth those imagined
future planet-dwellers should
seek to avoid.
l Conference | Nigeria: Nigeria Tech 10:00 - 22:00 Find out how Africa is connecting and harnessing
Conference: Emerging Technology in Africa Dubai Exhibition Centre the transformative power of technology and
Hall 2A South discover how it is showcasing to the world its
enormous strides and successes in its
technological progress.
l National Day | Saint Vincent 10:15 Celebrate Saint Vincent and the Grenadines and its
and the Grenadines
l Women's Pavilion Programme | 11.00 - 13.00 Be inspired by stories of women leading the way in
Women in Arabia/ Islam: Space Pioneers Women’s Pavilion astronomy, space and mobility from different parts
Hybrid event (in-person of the Arab and Islamic world.
and virtual)
Music | Chile: Flangr - Music with Space Sounds

Time & Venue
14:00 - 16:00
Jubilee Stage
Description
Musical show performed by the
chilean pop artist ‘Flangr’, who
has developed music with space
sounds coded from the Orion
Nebula by the Observatory
ALMA.
l Music | Angola: Live Music Performance with 14:30 - 15:00 Gelson Castro is an Angolan guitarist singer,
"Gelson Castro" 16:30 - 17:00 virtuous and aboe to please any audience with his
Sun Stage unique interpretations.
l Best Practice Area Programming Slots | 15:00 - 16:00 Learn about development solutions that have used
Space Solutions for Development BPA Speaker’s Corner innovative and collaborative approaches through
* Subject to change
(Opportunity Pavilion), the use of space tools and exploration.

l World Majlis | Hope and Perseverance: 16.00 - 18.00 Join us as thought leaders, visionaries and
Lessons Learnt from the Red Planet for Life Terra Auditorium changemakers discuss what the exploration of Mars
on Earth Hybrid event (in-person suggests for the future of our species on another planet
and virtual) and what it can teach us about climate change on Earth.
brilliant display of theatrics, song and live audience
interaction.
l Music | Pakistan: Celebrate 50 years of 20:30 - 22:00 Celebrate the 50 years of Pak-UAE brotherhood,
Pak-UAE brotherhood Jubilee stage where we will have a speech from officials
followed by a concert by singer Ali Azmat and his
band Junoon.
barriers between musical grenres and cultures,
through mashups and orginal artist collaborations.
l Music | Panama Music Performance 22:30 - 00:30 Don´t miss Panama Music Performance with Idania
Jubilee Stage Dowman – Lady of Jazz-, Margarita Henríquez –
2018 Latin American Idol Winner- and the main act,
the best Panamanian rock band and winner of the
Latin Grammy, Los Rabanes. Let’s jazz, pop, & rock it!
l Country Business Briefings | Saint Business Connect Centre The platform will enable countries and
Vincent and the Grenadines organisations to leverage the presence of their
l National Day | Republic of Lithuania 10:15 Celebrate the Republic of Lithuania and the
Al Wasl Plaza Lithuania Pavilion, with dedicated programmes and
l Country Business Briefings | Lithuania 10:30 - 13:30 Celebrate the Republic of Lithuania and the Lithuania
Business Connect Centre Pavilion, with dedicated programmes and celebrate
its unique culture and talent.
l Dance | Morocco: Weekend Moroccan 14:00 - 14:30 Music and dance are at the heart of the culture and
Popular Event Wadi Circle society of Morocco, performed at weddings, parties
* Subject to change

l Talks, Lectures, Comedy | Lithuania: 15:00 - 17:00 On Lithuanian national day business delegation
Lithuanian Business Forum Terra Auditorium organize Lithuanian business forum, it is expected
heads of state participate in this event.
l Mascot Film 17:00 - 17:30 Enjoy your favourite episode of Rashid and Latifa’s
Jubilee Stage adventures. Grab a seat and have a bite as you sit
back and watch the story unfold on the big screen.
This is the perfect family fun event. Watch out for
some surprise guests too!
l Theatre | Saudi Arabia: Family Show 17:00 - 17:30 Let your family experience the fun and excitement
18:30 - 19:00 of a specially commissioned show from Saudi
20:00 - 20:30 Arabia, combining music, songs, puppetry, audience
Earth Stage participation and digital screen content. A dazzling
cultural entertainment experience for all the family!
Music | Sami Yusuf
Time & Venue

Evening
Al Wasl Plaza
Description
Sami Yusuf's performance of
'Beyond the Stars' in Al Wasl
Plaza will be a spectacular
international programme at
Expo 2020 Dubai. He'll be
joined by master musicians
from around the world in a
visionary production unlike
anything done before.
l Talks, Lectures, Comedy | Saudi Arabia: 19:30 - 21:30 A curated music and poetry night from this
Poetry Series Dubai Millennium gathering of world renowned and emerging poets
Amphitheatre from KSA, the Gulf and the wider Arabic-speaking
world, performing together in a 2 hour poetry slam
mixed up with music from the KSA House band.
* Subject to change

Music | Lithuania: Gala Concert

World opera classics and contemporary opera fusion mixed
with electronic music Time & Venue
20:00 - 23:00
Jubilee Stage
Description
Immerse yourself in a world of
opera classics and contemporary
opera fused with electronic
music to the theme of the
exhibition: “Connecting Minds,
Creating the Future". The
Lithuanian president and/or
Head of State and a business
delegation will attend.
l Music | Pakistan - The Land of Melodies 21:30 - 22:00 A musical evening, filled with instrumental and
Earth Stage vocal melodies from the 6 different regions of
Pakistan.
Amphitheatre barriers between musical grenres and cultures,
through mashups and orginal artist collaborations.
l Sustainability @ Expo | Protecting the 10:00 - 13:00 Event that focuses on sustainable space exploration,
Great Unknown The Nexus for People & the role of women in the space economy, and the link
Planet North between space exploration and sustainability here on
(Invite Only) Earth. It will also highlight the solutions that Expo
2020 Dubai has integrated into the Expo site that rely
on innovations derived from space exploration.
l Conference | EU-GCC Business Forum 10:00 - 22:00 Explore the opportunities for the EU and GCC
Dubai Exhibition Centre governments and private sectors and share post
Hall 2A South Covid-19 economic recovery policies and to
identify business opportunities and partners for a
sustainable post-Covid economic recovery and
development.
l National Day | European Union 10:15 Celebrate the European Union and its Pavilion,
Al Wasl Plaza with dedicated programmes and celebrate its
Popular Event Wadi Circle society of Morocco, performed at weddings,
parties and festivals throughout the country. As a
visitor to Expo 2020 Dubai, you can experience a
captivating display of fascinating styles of
Moroccan dance.
l Cultures in Conversation | Never 17:00 - 20:00 Join the conversation around how the cultural
be Lost: Learn to Read the Stars Australia Pavilion imagination of the celestial has been constructed
and understood in different parts of the world.
* Subject to change

Evening Dream about flying across Al Wasl’s dome and it

l Interactive Experience Al Wasl Plaza may come true. In the plaza’s garden are special
Evening Our beloved Rashid and Latifa need help! In this epic
l Salama's Secrets Al Wasl Plaza 20-minute performance in Al Wasl, watch Rashid
and Latifa's battle against Mr. Scrap in a brilliant
display of theatrics, song and live audience
interaction.
Evening Join us for an epic performance of ‘Beyond the

l Music | Sami Yusuf Al Wasl Plaza Stars’ by Sami Yusuf at Al Wasl Plaza, marking the
opning of the international programmes at Expo
2020 Dubai. He’ll be joined by master musicians
from around the world in a visionary production
unlike anything done before.
l Dance | European Union: EU Honour Gala 18:00 - 20:00 A unique gala of classical music and dance
Dubai Millennium evoking the conception and evolution of the EU,
Amphitheatre its status today, and a vision of its future. This 70
minute performance includes the work of the
great composers; Vivaldi, Bach, Paganini,
Schubert and Beethoven.
Music | Firdaus Orchestra

Under the creative direction and leadership of Oscar-winner A.R. Rahman
Time & Venue
19.00 - 20.00
Jubilee Stage
Description
The Firdaus Orchestra is a
pioneering women’s ensemble
developed exclusively for Expo
Dubai 2020 Dubai. The composer
is set to forge new musical paths
with female musicians in the Arab
world. Members will be mentored
by A.R. Rahman and will perform at
major events and celebrations
during Expo Dubai 2020.
20:30 - 21:00 A musical evening, filled with instrumental

l Music | Pakistan - The Land of Melodies Earth Stage and vocal melodies from the 6 different
regions of Pakistan.
* Subject to change

Every Day
l Dance | Morocco: Moroccan Popular Event 11:30 - 12:00 Music and Dance are at the heart of the
2020 Plaza culture and society of Morocco, performed at
19:30 - 20:00
Sun Plaza
Ghaf Avenue welcome countries to Expo 2020 Dubai and
treat audiences to a unique cultural fusion
experience. The Parade is a vibrant, colourful
moving celebration featuring performers and
musicians that radiates energy and brings a blast
of fun to daytime visitors. Each National Day will
be highlighted in this beautiful Parade, blending
the culture of the UAE with other cultures from
around the world.
l Rashid and Latifa’s World Adventure Before sunset Join us for a never-before-seen show as Mr.
Dubai Millennium Scrap once again tries to defeat our heroes using
Amphitheatre his latest evil plan. Full of music, dance and
excitement, watch the full mascot ensemble sing
their signature songs and overcome their latest
challenge.
19:30 - 20:00 Immerse yourself in Malaysia's exotic and

l Dance | Malaysia: Truly Asia Cultural Showcase Earth Stage enthralling culture, with a feast of
performances showcasing its diverse richness
and heritage. A unique variety of traditional
music, dance and cuisine come together to
give everyone an authentic taste of Malaysia!
* Subject to change

WEEK 4
24 - 30 October 2021

l Conference, Panels | Belgium: 09:00 - 18:00 The Global Sustainable Technology & Innovation
G-STIC Dubai Dubai Exhibition Centre Community is committed to the distribution of
Hall 2A South technological solutions to support SDGs worldwide.
Join our interactive digital conference platform,
offering great opportunities to interact with speakers
and participants via live sessions and debates.
l Honour Day | United Nations 10:15 Honour the United Nations and its Pavilion with
Al Wasl Plaza dedicated programmes.
Music | Hungary: Harcsa Veronika

and Gyemant Ballet Jazz Duo
Time & Venue

16:30 - 18:30
Description
Enjoy the highly-acclaimed and
world-famous Hungarian jazz
musicians playing jazz music
with a difference. Veronika
Harcsa explains, “our songs
have verses, bridges and
refrains like a pop song, but the
melodies and harmonies are
rooted in jazz aesthetics and
modern music.”
l Music | Spain: Rosario La Tremendita 20:00 - 22:00 Experience sheer foot-tapping, hand-clapping
Delirium Tremens 2.0 Dubai Millennium exuberance from the phenomenal flamenco singer
Amphitheatre Rosario La Tremendita. ‘Delirium Tremens’ is her
provocative new album, where she experiments by
taking traditional Flamenco to unexplored, vibrant
and harmonic heights. It has to be heard to be
believed!

09:00 - 18:00 The Global Sustainable Technology & Innovation
l Conference, Panels | Belgium: Dubai Exhibition Centre Community is committed to technological solutions to
G-STIC Dubai Hall 2A South support SDGs worldwide. Join our interactive digital
conference platform and interact with the speakers
and participants via live sessions and debates.
l Talks, Lectures, Comedy (TLC) 10:00 - 12:00 An international forum based event with subject
14:00 - 16:00 matter experts, speakers/panelists discussing on
Terra Auditorium challenges and exchange of ideas and knowledge
on Climate Change topics.
* Subject to change

l National Day | Republic of Maldives 10:15 Celebrate the Republic of Maldives and the
Al Wasl Plaza Maldives Pavilion, with dedicated programmes and
l Country Business Briefings | Maldives 10:30 - 13:30 The platform will enable countries & organisations to
Business Connect Centre leverage the presence of their Heads of State,
dialogue and connections with a wide range of
business stakeholders visiting Expo 2020.
l Country Business Briefings | 14:30 - 17:30 The platform will enable countries & organisations to
African Union Business Connect Centre leverage the presence of their Heads of State,
dialogue and connections with a wide range of
business stakeholders visiting Expo 2020.
l Honour Day | African Union 16:15 Celebrate the African Union and its Pavilion, with
culture and talent.
l Dance | Belgium: Flemish Xperience 20:00 - 21:30 Be part of an extraordinary visual experience – a
Dubai Millennium combination of contemporary dance, high-tech
Amphitheatre projections, and a unique blend of Arabic and Flemish
music. Become immersed in a virtual world that reflects
on the many fascinating migration stories of Flanders.
l Music | Hungary: Harcsa Veronika and 20:00 - 20:30 Enjoy the highly-acclaimed Hungarian duo playing
Gyemant Ballet Jazz Duo Earth Stage jazz music with a difference. Veronika Harcsa explains,
“our songs have verses, bridges and refrains like a
pop song, but the melodies and harmonies are
rooted in jazz aesthetics and modern music.”
l Aqdar World Summit Full Day Leading academics, researchers, industry experts
Dubai Exhibition Center and global companies come together to discuss
trends and best practices under the theme
‘Nourishing Minds, Flourishing Nations’; presented
by INDEX Conferences & Exhibitions.

l Conversations, Panels | Belgium: 09:00 - 18:00 The Global Sustainable Technology & Innovation
G-STIC Dubai Dubai Exhibition Centre Community is committed to technological solutions
Hall 2A South to support SDGs worldwide. Join our interactive digital
18:00 - 20:00 conference platform and interact with the speakers
Terra Auditorium and participants via live sessions and debates.
l National Day | Brunei-Darussalam 10:15 Celebrate Brunei-Darussalam and its Pavilion, with
culture and talent.
l Music | Jordan: Omar Al-Abdallat 20:00 - 22:00 Enjoy a concert with Jordanian singer-songwriter
Jubilee Stage Omar Al Abdallat who has often been credited with
popularizing Bedoiun music.
l Aqdar World Summit Full Day Leading academics, researchers, industry experts
Dubai Exhibition Center and global companies come together to discuss
trends and best practices under the theme
‘Nourishing Minds, Flourishing Nations’; presented
by INDEX Conferences & Exhibitions.
* Subject to change

l Conference | Nigeria: Nigeria Trade and 10:00 - 22:00 The Trade and Investment Forum is an opportunity to
Investment Conference Dubai Exhibition Centre devise strategies and solutions for global investment.
Hall 2A South The Forum will offer a unique opportunity to influence
investment-related policymaking across the 36
States and network with global leaders.
10:00 - 20:00 These breathtaking, giant frescoes showing interlaced

l Festival | Switzerland: Beyond Walls Al Forsan Park hands have enthralled audiences worldwide. Created
in biodegradable paint, they carry an encompassing
message of unity for mankind. Captured by drone
over Al Forsan Park, you’ll soon feel a part of the
largest human chain in the world.
l National Day | Kingdom of Lesotho 10:15 Celebrate Kingdom of Lesotho and the Lesotho
l Country Business Briefings | Lesotho 14:30 - 17:30 The platform will enable countries and organisations
l Music | The Official Inauguration of the 18:00 – 20:00 This high level event will celebrate the unique collabo-
Women’s Pavilion by Expo 2020 Dubai Al Wasl Plaza ration between Expo 2020 Dubai and Cartier which
in collaboration with Cartier (Invite Only) resulted in the Women’s Pavilion, honoring women
who have changed the course of history and demon-
strating that when women thrive humanity thrives.
l Music | Seychelles: Cultural Fuse 20:00 - 22:00 Come and see why Mia ‘The Relations’ band has taken
Music of Seychelles Jubilee Stage the Seychelles music scene by storm. Bringing an
invigorating touch to the music scene in Seychelles,
Mia and her band have won an impressive haul of top
music awards including ‘Best Female Artist’
l Aqdar World Summit Full Day Leading academics, researchers, industry experts and
Dubai Exhibition Centre global companies come together to discuss trends
and best practices under the theme ‘Nourishing
Minds, Flourishing Nations’; presented by INDEX
Conferences & Exhibitions.
Festival | Switzerland: Beyond Walls

Three-day art installation in Al Forsan Park
Time & Venue
10:00 - 20:00
Al Forsan Park
Description
These breathtaking, giant frescoes
showing interlaced hands have
enthralled audiences worldwide.
Created in biodegradable paint,
they carry an encompassing
message of unity for mankind.
Captured by drone over Al Forsan
Park, you’ll soon feel a part of the
largest human chain in the world.
* Subject to change

l Street Theatre | Netherlands: 10:00 - 10:30 Theo Jansen is engaged in creating new forms of
Strandbeests 13:30 - 14:00 life: the so called strandbeests. Skeletons made
18:00 - 18:30 from yellow plastic tube (Dutch electricity pipe) are
20:00 - 20:30 able to walk and get their energy from the wind.
Earth Plaza
l National Day | Republic of Seychelles 10:15 Celebrate Republic of Seychelles and the
Al Wasl Plaza Seychelles Pavilion, with dedicated programmes
l Country Business Briefings | Lesotho 10:30 - 13:30 The platform will enable countries and organisations
Theatre | Czech Republic: Robot Radius Time & Venue

18:00 - 19:00
20:00 - 21:00
Dubai Exhibition Centre
Hall 2A South
Description
A fascinating pantomime based on
the famous 1920s sci-fi play
‘Rossum’s Universal Robots’ by
Czech writer Karel Čapek, which
introduced the word and idea of
‘robots’ to society. This gripping
performance uses exciting new
technologies to transform man into
robot and vice-versa.
l Dance | Spain: Olga Pericet 19:00 - 21:00 Olga is a superstar in the dance world, known for her
Dubai Millennium astounding technical abilities and versatility in
Amphitheatre Flamenco and Spanish classical dance. Here, she
embarks upon a personal journey through dance based
on memories and experiences from life. Unmissable.
* Subject to change

l Street Theatre | Netherlands: 10:00 - 10:30 Theo Jansen is engaged in creating new forms of life:
Strandbeests 14:00 - 14:30 the so called strandbeests. Skeletons made from
17:00 - 17:30 yellow plastic tube (Dutch electricity pipe) are able to
20:00 - 20:30 walk and get their energy from the wind.
Earth Plaza
l National Day | 10:15 Celebrate the Switzerland Confederation and the

Switzerland Confederation Al Wasl Plaza Swiss Pavilion, with dedicated programmes and
Al Wasl Plaza come true. In the plaza’s garden are special
l Music | Ireland: Samhain Gaelic Festival 18:00 - 18:45 Be entranced by the mystical Irish dance and musical
by Siamsa Tire 21:00 - 21:45 experience of Samhain. Dressed in elaborate animal
Jubilee Stage costumes, performers dance around fire, celebrating
the end of the harvest and the onset of winter. Be
part of a festival of ancient Celtic folklore.
Dance | Spain: Olga Pericet

Award-winning Spanish Flamenco and contemporary dancer Time & Venue
19:00 - 21:00
Description
Olga is a superstar in the dance
world, known for her astounding
technical abilities and versatility in
Flamenco and Spanish classical
dance. Here, she embarks upon a
personal journey through dance
based on memories and
experiences from life. Unmissable.
barriers between musical genres and cultures,
* Subject to change

l Street Theatre | Netherlands: 10:00 - 10:30 Theo Jansen is engaged in creating new forms of life:
Strandbeests 14:30 - 15:00 the so called strandbeests. Skeletons made from
16:30 - 17:00 yellow plastic tube (Dutch electricity pipe) are able to
20:00 - 20:30 walk and get their energy from the wind.
Earth Plaza
l Theatre | EU: EU-GCC Women in Tech 10:00 - 19:00 The objective of the event is involving a range of
Terra Auditorium stakeholders and end-users, using the co-creation
and user centric approach, to show the importance
STE(A)M and ICT can play for empowering women to
enhance and extend women’s participation.
l Conference | Egypt: Invest in Egypt 10:00 - 22:00 Join us for a full day conference with panel
Dubai Exhibition Centre discussions. Our illustrious panelists include high
Hall 2A South ranking officials, Ministers and CEOs of multinational
companies (part of Egypt's official delegation to the
UAE National Day). Don’t miss this unique opportunity.
l National Day | Arab Republic of Egypt 10:15 Celebrate Arab Republic of Egypt and the Egypt
Time & Venue

Sports Participation | Malaysia: MyButterfly Kites Flying 18:00 - 19:30
Monthly youth engagement social event Al Forsan Park
Description
This outdoor kite flying event is a
fun activity to engage the
community-particularly the youth.
It will be held every last weekend
of each month during Expo 2020
Dubai and have capacity for up to
50 participants. So come on
down, the sky’s the limit!
l Music | Ireland: Samhain Gaelic Festival 17:00 - 17:45 Be entranced by the mystical Irish dance and musical
by Siamsa Tire 21:00 - 21:45 experience of Samhain. Dressed in elaborate animal
Jubilee Stage costumes, performers dance around fire, celebrating
the end of the harvest and the onset of winter. Be
part of a festival of ancient Celtic folklore.
* Subject to change

l Performance | Serbia: 20:00 - 20:45 Presented by the Belgrade National Theatre, the
Seven Deadly Sins Dubai Millennium ballet 'Seven Deadly Sins' portrays a man driven by
Amphitheatre his ambitions losing his pure side and being tempted
by the deadly sins. The show choreographer Igor
Pastor is the first soloist of the Belgrade National
Theatre.
Every Day
l Dance | Morocco: Moroccan Popular Event 11:30 - 12:00 Music and dance are at the heart of the culture and
2020 Plaza society of Morocco, performed at weddings, parties
16:00 - 16:30 and festivals throughout the country. As a visitor to
Earth Plaza Expo 2020 Dubai, you can experience a captivating
19:30 - 20:00 display of fascinating styles of Moroccan dance.
Sun Plaza
Procession is a vibrant, colourful moving celebration
l Rashid and Latifa’s World Adventure Before sunset Join us for a never-before-seen show as Mr. Scrap
Dubai Millennium once again tries to defeat our heroes using his latest
Amphitheatre evil plan. Full of music, dance and excitement, watch
the full mascot ensemble sing their signature songs
and overcome their latest challenge.
l Dance | Malaysia: Truly Asia Cultural 19:30 - 20:00 Immerse yourself in Malaysia's exotic and enthralling
Showcase Earth Stage culture, with a feast of performances showcasing its
diverse richness and heritage. A unique variety of
traditional music, dance and cuisine come together to
give everyone an authentic taste of Malaysia!
* Subject to change

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EVENTS

September 2021 Edition

Entrance/Exit Al Wasl Entrance/Exit

Opportunity District Mobility District

Dubai Investment Park

Parking People Mover

Children and youth under 18, seniors (60+)

NATIONAL DAYS & HONOUR DAYS

EXPO ENTERTAINMENT PROGRAMME

PROGRAMME FOR PEOPLE AND PLANET

BUSINESS PROGRAMME AND OTHER EVENTS

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Global Awakening Expo Young Stars

National and Honour Day

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Salama's Secrets Ousha & the Moon

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Venue: Jubilee Stage Venue: Jubilee Stage

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Each day, the “Colours of the World” Parade will welcome

the culture of the UAE withother cultures from around the

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Roving Entertainment Live Music

Venue: Site Wide Venue: Site Wide

Earth Stage, Sea Stage and Sun Stage

Children & Family Entertainment

Venues: District Stages

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Across the Expo Site

Golden Jubilee @ Expo Diwali @ Expo

Christmas @ Expo New Year's Eve @ Expo

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Dubai Millennium Amphitheatre

Halloween @ Expo A Musical Halloween Arabic Language Day @ Expo

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Haq Al Laila Mother's Day @ Expo

World Poetry Day @ Expo

The transformative power of poetry, dynamically staged

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Thursday, 30 September 2021

l Opening Ceremony Evening Witness the opening of the greatest show on

Friday, 1 October 2021

14:00 - 14:30: A celebration of Hungarian contemporary dance

Evening Dream about flying across Al Wasl’s dome and it

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Saturday, 2 October 2021

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13:40 - 14:15 Aplace to gather the audience interested in seeing

l Dance | Hungary: Fricska Rhythm 14:00 - 14:30 A celebration of Hungarian contemporary

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l Dance | Malaysia: 19:30 - 20:00 Immerse yourself in Malaysia's exotic and

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3 - 9 October 2021 How do we work together to better manage

Sunday, 3 October 2021

Coming Full Circle | People’s

l National Day | 10:15 Celebrate Uganda and the Uganda Pavilion,

l Dance | Uganda: 14:30 - 15:00 Experience an authentic, multicultural and

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Dance | New Zealand:

interesting species of amphibians, fish, insects and plants.

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l Ministerial Dinner 19:30 - 22:30 Facilitated conversations among high-level,

l Coming Full Circle | Full Day Be inspired by a grassroots assembly of climate