SDA concludes Dawahi Festival 14

December 31, 2025 / 10:00 AM

Sharjah 24: Sharjah Districts Affairs Department (SDA) concluded Dawahi Festival 14 with an awards ceremony. The ceremony was attended by Sheikh Majid bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Member of Sharjah Executive Council (SEC) and Chairman of Districts Affairs Department; Dr Abdullah Sulaiman Al Kabouri, Director of the Department, along with a number of officials, representatives of government entities and community organisations, sponsors, and media partners. The festival's success in terms of community participation and the quality of its programs was widely praised.

Enhancing quality of life, strengthening family bonds, and building a cohesive society

Dawahi Festival is a leading annual event and a prominent feature of Sharjah's community programmes. It embodies a social message reflecting the vision of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, to enhance quality of life, strengthen family bonds, and build a cohesive society.

It is worth noting that Dawahi Festival 14 kicked off this year at Al Qarain 5 Park in the Muwailih suburb and continued until December 29th. It offered a comprehensive community experience that capitaliased on the winter season and school holidays, combining purposeful entertainment, education, and family interaction in a safe and vibrant environment that attracted families from across the emirate.

Wide array of programmes

The festival featured a wide array of high-quality programmes, including mobile art and visual displays, training and educational workshops, educational and sports programmes, interactive theatre, daily television and radio broadcasts, community initiatives, participation from local artisans, support for entrepreneurial projects by school and university students, and innovative initiatives specifically designed for children to foster creativity and innovation.