The Hatta Winter festival will feature 150 creative workshops covering arts and crafts inspired by local heritage and nature, offering interactive experiences for families and visitors.
Dubai: As part of the ‘#DubaiDestinations’ campaign, the Hatta Winter initiative presented by Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office, will offer an expanded programme of 150 creative workshops at this year’s Hatta festival. The move reinforces the event’s role as a vibrant artistic and community platform set against the scenic backdrop of Hatta’s natural landscape.
The significant increase in workshops follows their popularity in previous editions and reflects Brand Dubai’s commitment to fostering creativity and practical skills among residents and visitors. The festival aims to provide families and visitors of all ages with opportunities to explore a wide range of artistic and cultural experiences in a hands‑on, inspiring environment.
The workshops area will serve as a dynamic creative hub, hosting a full schedule of interactive activities throughout the festival. More than 150 outdoor workshops will be held around the Leem Lake waterfront and the surrounding festival grounds, allowing participants to learn arts and handicrafts inspired by Hatta’s natural beauty, guided by expert local creatives.
A diverse variety of creative sessions will be available, designed to appeal to all interests and skill levels. Offerings include Punch Needle, Tote Bag Painting, Paper Fan Painting, Jewellery Making, Fabric Painting, Mosaic Jar Craft, Shirt Designing, Diamond Painting, Fabric Craft, Beads Making, Pottery and Clay Modelling, Beginner Crochet, Canvas Painting, 3D Ice Cream Modelling, DIY Tote Bag, Plant Accessories, Cup Colouring, Doormat Painting, Bear Making, and Clay Mirror Craft. Each workshop encourages participants to learn new skills and apply them in a creative, nature‑inspired setting.
This year’s workshop series has been developed through collaborations between Brand Dubai and specialised local partners, including The Sewing House and artists Sheikha Al Badwawi, Badria Obaid Ali and Aicha Jawhar. These partnerships highlight Brand Dubai’s support for small and medium enterprises, helping local entrepreneurs showcase their work at major cultural events and strengthen their presence in the creative scene.
Amina Taher, a member of the Hatta festival organising committee, described the workshops as one of the main attractions of this year’s event. She said they provide an engaging way to foster creativity and personal skills while connecting participants with nature through crafts that draw on the region’s heritage. Taher added that the festival not only highlights Hatta’s natural and cultural assets but also promotes it as a distinctive winter destination and encourages sustainable practices using local materials.
