ABU DHABI (UAE)-The Sheikh Zayed Festival, which concludes on 18 March 2023 after a successful run this year, will hold special events and activities for visitors over the next few weeks.
Among the most prominent events of the Festival this year are the major fireworks shows, World Civilizations Parade, the raffle draws of the H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan Racing Festival, the competitions by the Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Award for Agricultural Excellence, in addition to an extensive list of major cultural events and shows.
The next raffle draw of the H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan Racing Festival will be held on March 17, 2023. The event aims to honor the efforts of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, may God rest his soul, in preserving purebred Arabian horses and promoting the cultural heritage of the citizens of the UAE.
Since the creation of the Festival, it has been keen to convey the cultural and intellectual heritage of the UAE, the richness of the country's traditions and highlight its diversity by organizing a world-class cultural event capable of attracting UAE citizens, residents, and tourists.
Commenting on the importance of the Festival, Mr. Obaid Abdulla Al Dhaheri, Chief Executive Officer of Dolphin Energy Limited, said: “Over the last 10 years, the Sheikh Zayed Festival has helped celebrate the UAE’s rich history and provided compelling insights into the culture of the Emirates.
By showcasing the rich heritage of the past, the event encourages the UAE’s younger generation to learn about the traditions of the country and the vision of its founding father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan.
Dolphin Energy has been a proud sponsor of the Festival since its inception in 2013. The company has a strong track record in supporting community initiatives and the event lies at the heart of its commitments to highlight culture, history and heritage.