Experiences & Zones
Six zones. Where will you start?
Take in the view from Shams Liwa, let the kids lead in Wanasa, step into the action at Meydan, slow down in Souk, chase the thrills in Adrenaline, or put your skills to the test in Tahadi. Every zone brings a different side of Liwa Village to life.
Zone 01Shams LiwaRise above Liwa Village on the iconic Ferris Wheel and watch the lights, zones and desert unfold below.See Shams Liwa
Zone 02WanasaA world made for little explorers, with colourful adventures, Slime World, Pixel Run and skill games that keep the fun going.See Wanasa
Zone 03MeydanBring your team. Meydan turns the night competitive with Desert Heist, drift and more.See Meydan
Zone 04SoukSlow down for Emirati craft, live performances, cooking and food, and spend time with the artisans and details around Souk.See Souk
Zone 05AdrenalineFollow the noise to rides that spin, drop and launch, from Tagada and Booster to Sling Shot and Space Tower.See Adrenaline
Zone 06New zoneTahadiDrive, aim, climb and solve. Tahadi is all action, from the Hex maze to skill games across the zone.See Tahadi
What’s on
What’s on when you’re there?
Concerts, family shows and the daily programme run across the season. Check what’s happening on your date, then plan the rest of your Liwa night from there.
Concerts
Live music takes over Grand Arena, the dedicated venue beside Liwa Village.
Craft, food and shopping
Meet the makers. Stay for the food.
See tradition take shape, one detail at a time.
Come closer and watch artisans practise Sadu, Talli, basket weaving, pottery, henna and scent blending. Materials, colours and techniques come together in front of you, revealing the detail and skill behind crafts passed from one generation to the next.
- Sadu weaving
- Talli embroidery
- Basket weaving
- Pottery
- Henna
- Scent making
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Have a question? We’ve probably got the answer.
11 December 2026 – 2 January 2027. Open Sunday–Thursday 4pm – midnight, and Friday–Saturday 4pm – 2am.
Liwa Village, Liwa International Festival, in the Al Dhafra Region, Abu Dhabi.
Liwa Village tickets are sold online through Platinumlist, the official booking platform. Ticket sales for the 2026/27 season open soon on Platinumlist.
Early Bird AED 20, Regular Adult Entry AED 25, Family Pass (2 adults + 2 children) AED 65, Senior Citizens (60+) AED 10 and Children (4–10) AED 10. People of Determination and Children (0–3) enter free.
Before you book, you’ll be able to see what your ticket includes, and which attractions or events, if any, need a separate ticket or an additional payment.
Yes. The Family Pass (AED 65) covers 2 adults and 2 children. Senior citizens (60+) and children aged 4–10 pay AED 10, and children aged 0–3 and People of Determination enter free. Group tickets have not been announced.
This hasn’t been confirmed yet. We’ll update this answer as soon as it is — until then, plan to book online through Platinumlist.
Check the ticket conditions before you complete your booking, especially the rules around entry, changes, refunds and any separately ticketed attractions or events.
Shams Liwa, Wanasa, Meydan, Souk, Adrenaline and Tahadi — the new zone this season.
Wear comfortable, respectful clothes and shoes made for walking. Bring a jacket for the evening.
Very. Wanasa lets kids set the pace with rides, slime, climbing, a zip line and skill games, all close enough to keep choosing.
No — the village has a strict no-pets policy. Please leave them at home.
Yes. Ask any member of staff to point you to the nearest information booth.
Write to liwapartners@linkviva.com and the partnerships team will pick it up.
Write to info@liwavillage.ae and ask — they'll tell you what's open.