This year, Majid Al Futtaim is bringing the spirit of Eid Al Etihad, UAE National Day 2025, to life across its destinations by hosting a plethora of cultural activations and family-friendly entertainment across City Centre Mirdif and City Centre Al Zahia.Visitors will embark on a cultural journey rooted in legacy and rising with vision, blending heritage and modern innovation through interactive installations, live performances, and creative workshops.
The festivities come alive with traditional entertainment and a refreshed lineup of culinary offerings that capture the essence of Emirati pride. Together, these activations ensure guests enjoy a host of culinary experiences while still savoring the cultural charm that makes the City Centre Malls the ultimate National Day destination.
Highlights include:
City Centre Mirdif’s Eid Al Etihad Pavillion (Until December 3)
Experience the spirit of unity and creativity at City Centre Mirdif’s Eid Al Etihad Pavilion. Enjoy soulful live oud performances and step into the photobooth for timeless snapshots or join the collaborative string art wall to help weave a colorful map of the UAE.
Alternatively, guests can step back in time with “Voices from the Past,” an immersive experience featuring rare recordings of the nation’s founding fathers orcan test their luck at the heritage claw machine for exclusive prizes. Visitors can also explore Emirati craftsmanship through hands-on workshops in pottery, tasbeeh-making, rope art, and embroidery, bringing tradition to life in a creative yet interactive way.
Complete the visit at the F&B area, presented by RK The Original, offering their signature hot chocolate and National Day edition themed cups that bring comfort and connection to the celebration.
Creative Workshops celebrating Emirati craftsmanship include:
- Hand-Building Pottery: Shape bowls, cups, or decorative pieces using traditional techniques.
- Beads of Serenity: Design personalized tasbeeh with natural stones and charms.
- Heritage Knots: Learn rope techniques once used by pearl divers and sailors.
- Threads of Tradition: Embroider palm-frond baskets with colorful threads.
City Centre Al Zahia’s Zahia Village (Until December 14)
Step into the spirit of the UAE at this vibrant celebration where tradition meets entertainment in a family-friendly village bustling with activities. From 4 – 10 PM on weekdays and until midnight on weekends, guests can enjoy live Oud performances and snap photos with falcons and other themed photo-op installations. Visitors can stop by a dedicated studio to capture memories with themed props and accessories.
Little ones can even explore inflatable rides and games while parents unwind in a cozy majlis with henna and Arabic coffee in hand. Food lovers are in for a treat with over eight F&B kiosks offering something for every craving. Right from VOX Eats, Drip Burgers and Bechamel Cake to dessert stops like Custaphoria, Ibric Coffee Shopand Churros, the lineup promises something for every craving. Add Potaters, Alien Burger, Roots, and Al Qahwa Al Shabeya to the mix, and you’ve got a true feast of flavors waiting to be discovered.
Don’t miss the Dukkān, where traditional snacks and crafts bring a nostalgic touch to this celebration of taste and togetherness.
The City Centres National Day celebration is more than an event, it’s a thoughtfully curated journey through heritage, creativity, and community. From listening to the voices of the nation’s founding fathers to weaving threads of unity in collaborative art, every activation is designed to honor the UAE’s legacy while embracing its vision for the future.Together, these activations make National Day 2025 both memorable and meaningful, giving guests a chance to connect with tradition and celebrate the enduring spirit of the Emirates.
