The National Festival of Tolerance is a series of events, activities and initiatives that celebrate the diversity that characterises the UAE. The headquarters for the Festival are in Umm Al Emarat Park in Abu Dhabi and everyone is welcome to attend the program of activities that will open from 5pm until 10pm each night.
In addition, there are some other activities that are open to the public such as the Tolerance Impressions event on Tolerance Bridge in Dubai, as well as the Tolerance Cricket Cup, with matches played at Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi every Thursday and Friday, until the finals on 16 November.
The National Festival of Tolerance aims to build tolerant communities that promote greater personal and community safety, security, peace and prosperity creating harmonious and happy societies.
Umm Al Emarat Park Events
Umm Al Emarat Park in Abu Dhabi will be the primary venue for events and festivities that span the entire duration of the Festival. The spotlight will be on the various traditions and cultures that thrive in the UAE; most events are open to all members of the public. Prepare to experience an exciting spectrum of educational, artistic, musical and interactive initiatives and entertainment, including thrilling live performances in the park’s Amphitheatre.
For children’s workshops, entertainment, live art painting, and family entertainment visit Umm Al Emarat Park everyday during the festival to help celebrate this wonderful initiative.
Friday 9 – Friday 16 November
5pm-1opm
Free
Tolerance Cricket Cup 2018
The Tolerance Cricket Cup celebrates the significant contributions of the workers’ community to the development of the UAE, across all seven emirates. The unique tournament, which began on 4 October, with 16 teams comprising players from more than 20 countries, will conclude in the final match at Nursery Oval 1 in the Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi.
Zayed Cricket Stadium (Nursery Oval 1), Abu Dhabi
Friday 16 November
4.00pm – 9.00pm
Free entry
Tolerance Impressions
Various unique expressions of culture, art and music will come together at Tolerance Impressions, featuring internationally acclaimed and locally prominent participants. Taking place at Tolerance Bridge in Dubai, enjoy an entire evening of vibrant exchange and an exciting program of activities in an iconic setting overlooking the stunning Dubai skyline.
Free entry
