Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 20 February 2026: As part of Ramadan in Dubai, delivered under the Season of Wulfa, government entities and civic partners present a coordinated programme of spiritual initiatives, cultural dialogue, community engagement, and charitable action throughout the Holy Month. From heritage markets and mosque-led participation programmes to youth competitions, lecture series, and citywide iftar initiatives, the following guide highlights key government-supported experiences taking place across Dubai during Ramadan.
Ayal Al Freej
Date: Throughout Ramadan 2026
Venue: 300+ participating mosques across Dubai
Time: Daily during prayer times
Price: Free participation
About: Led by the Islamic Affairs & Charitable Activities Department (IACAD), Ayal Al Freej is a mosque-based initiative encouraging children to strengthen their connection with prayer during the Holy Month. Children will be given 'passports' to document their commitment to performing prayers in mosques and win prizes at the end of the Holy Month. Ice cream trucks will also make surprise appearances across the whole month in different mosques.
Steps of Life
Date: Throughout Ramadan 2026
Venue: Citywide
Time: Ongoing daily participation
Price: Free participation
About: A charitable wellbeing initiative encouraging residents to convert their daily steps into measurable contributions supporting community causes. Participants track activity through a designated platform, reinforcing Ramadan’s values of generosity, collective responsibility, and healthy living. A community walk will take place at Al Khawaneej on 7 March with fun surprises and activations for families, bringing the whole city from different neighbourhoods together
Dubai Lectures
Date: Throughout Ramadan 2026
Venue: Selected Mosques & Cultural Venues across Dubai
Time: Evening sessions after Taraweeh prayers
Price: Free entry; registration may be required
About: A citywide lecture series featuring respected scholars and speakers discussing themes of faith, reflection, community, and contemporary Islamic thought. The programme provides structured opportunities for spiritual enrichment and dialogue throughout the Holy Month.
Dubai Iftar
Date: Throughout Ramadan 2026
Venue: Mosques & Community Locations across Dubai
Time: Daily at Maghrib (sunset)
Price: Free communal Iftar
About: Dubai Iftar initiatives bring together communities across the city to break their fast in shared settings. Organised in collaboration with government and charitable partners, the programme reflects the spirit of hospitality and inclusivity that defines Ramadan in Dubai, welcoming residents and visitors alike.
Hmayel Al Khair
Date: 22 February – 7 March 2026
Venue: Al Khawaneej Majlis, Nad Al Sheba Majlis, Al Barsha Majlis, Hatta Majlis, Umm Suqeim Majlis, Al Lisaili Majlis, Al Warqaa Majlis, and Al Awir Majlis
About: Organised by the Community Development Authority, Hmayel Al Khair is a Ramadan community initiative delivering a series of awareness and cultural sessions across neighbourhood majlis venues in Dubai. The programme focuses on strengthening family values and spiritual awareness during the Holy Month, exploring themes such as Ramadan as a catalyst for positive change, the spiritual and psychological dimensions of fasting, the role of worship in shaping character, and the significance of the final ten nights. Designed as community-based gatherings for women, the sessions encourage reflection, ethical growth, and family cohesion.
Swalf Al Meyales
Date: 22 February – 19 March 2026
Venue: Community Majlis across Dubai – Al Khawaneej, Nad Al Sheba, Al Rashidiya, and Umm Suqeim
About: Swalf Al Meyales is a Ramadan discussion series organised by the Community Development Authority, centred on family life and social wellbeing. Held weekly throughout Ramadan, the sessions address key themes including children and parenting, life after marriage, family building and attitudes towards marriage, and nurturing family relationships. Hosted in neighbourhood majlis settings, the programme provides structured, community-based dialogue designed to support family cohesion and shared understanding during the Holy Month.
Young Reader
Date: 23 February – 5 March 2026, 4PM – 6PM
Venue: Al Khawaneej Majlis; Nad Al Sheba Majlis; Umm Suqeim Majlis; Hatta Majlis
Price: Free of charge, registration is required
About: Organised by the Community Development Authority, Young Reader is an educational and cultural programme for children aged 6–12. The initiative focuses on developing reading and cognitive skills, strengthening engagement with the Holy Qur’an through recitation and Tajweed, and promoting Arabic language proficiency. Delivered across multiple majlis locations, the programme includes structured sessions for boys and girls, supporting holistic intellectual development during the Holy Month.
Tajer Alfreej Alsagheer
Date: 27 Feb - 28 Feb 2026
Venue: Hewi Nad Alshebba
Time: From Iftar onwards
Price: Free entry
About: Tajer Alfreej Alsagheer is a community market celebrating young Emirati entrepreneurs and homegrown small businesses. The event offers a platform for youth to showcase their products, connect with visitors, and gain hands-on retail experience in a lively Ramadan setting. Special appearances by Bu Tbaila add a festive touch, bringing families together to celebrate the spirit of the Holy Month.
Ramadan Nights – Al Safa Art & Design Library and Al Jalila Cultural Centre for Children
Date: 27 – 28 February 2026
Venue: Al Safa Art & Design Library; Al Jalila Cultural Centre for Children
Price: Free of charge
About: Ramadan Nights will take place across two cultural venues in Dubai, offering family-friendly evening programmes rooted in creativity and community. At Al Safa Art & Design Library, activities run from 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM and include interactive art zones, a creative marketplace, live cooking demonstrations, henna, a Ramadan majlis with games, musical performances, and storytelling. At Al Jalila Cultural Centre for Children, celebrations begin from 7:00 PM onwards and feature cultural workshops, heritage-inspired activities, and community gatherings designed to engage families and young audiences in shared Ramadan experiences.
Ramadan Majlis Series: A Talk on Islamic Art in Jewellery
Date: 28 February 2026, 10AM – 11AM
Venue: Museum of the Future
About: As part of the Museum of the Future’s Ramadan Majlis Series, this session explores the origins and evolution of Islamic jewellery, examining its spiritual symbolism, cultural memory, and role in social rituals during sacred occasions such as Ramadan and Eid. The talk highlights how traditional craftsmanship informs contemporary design, positioning heritage as a living system that continues to evolve through future-facing creativity.
Following Zayed’s Path
Date: 8 March 2026
Venue: Quranic Park
Price: Free of charge
About: Organised by Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) in collaboration with the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department in Dubai, Following Zayed’s Path is a community initiative marking Zayed Humanitarian Day during Ramadan. The event brings families together for competitions, prizes, and interactive community activities that celebrate the values of giving and solidarity inspired by the legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. As part of the programme, meals will also be distributed, reinforcing the spirit of generosity and shared responsibility that defines the Holy Month.
Bus for Good
Date: 9 – 12 March 2026
Venue: Quranic Park
Time: 11AM – 5PM
About: Bus for Good is a Ramadan volunteering initiative inviting community members to come together at Quranic Park to prepare and distribute iftar meals. Specially designed stations will be set up for meal preparation, creating a collaborative environment where volunteers work side by side to support those in need. The initiative encourages collective participation, shared responsibility, and hands-on community engagement during the Holy Month.
KHDA x Patchi Student Design Competition
Date: Throughout Ramadan
Venue: Patchi stores across Dubai
About: A student-led creative initiative that invited students from private schools across Dubai to develop original packaging designs inspired by Hag Al Leila and Ramadan traditions. The selected designs have now been produced as limited-edition chocolate packaging and are available across retail locations in Dubai.
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