Brand Dubai’s Hatta Festival 2025 celebrates community, nature, and local culture with 150+ activities at the scenic Leem Lake waterfront.
HATTA: Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office, has launched the 2025 edition of the Hatta Festival under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai. Running until 28 December, the event takes place across the picturesque Leem Lake waterfront, celebrating the mountain enclave’s rich heritage, community spirit, and natural beauty.
As part of the #DubaiDestinations campaign, this year’s festival features over 150 interactive workshops and more than 100 performances, creating an immersive and family-friendly environment. From traditional Emirati activities to modern games and escape rooms, the event brings a vibrant blend of culture, creativity, and entertainment to Hatta.
Shaima Al Suwaidi, Director of Brand Dubai, said the festival is aligned with the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, aimed at raising awareness of Hatta’s tourism and cultural assets. “Hatta Festival is more than an event — it’s a celebration of identity and future promise,” she noted.
Supporting homegrown entrepreneurs, the Proudly from Dubai platform features 30 small ventures — half run by Hatta residents — offering handmade products, desserts, and locally sourced goods. Amina Taher, a member of the organising committee, added that the festival also hosts the Young Entrepreneurs Competition in collaboration with Dubai SME.
Families can enjoy a range of themed areas, including a children’s zone with a mini zoo, creative workshops, life on Hatta farms, and an outdoor cooking and camping experience. The Winter Games Zone adds adventure with bungee jumping, bumper cars, and large-scale board games. A new Hatta-themed Escape Room offers immersive puzzle-solving fun inspired by local history.
The Brand Dubai Store returns with festival-themed souvenirs and artworks from over 10 local artists. The Majlis, sponsored by Camelicious, offers an authentic Emirati meeting space overlooking the mountains. At night, the bridges across Leem Lake light up with glowing art installations, making the festival an unmissable seasonal destination.
For the full event programme and participating vendors, visit www.branddubai.ae
