The Sharjah Heritage Days (SHD) in the Heart of Sharjah district is introducing UAE residents and visitors of all ages to the unique historical, cultural, literary, artistic and customary elements from the UAE and 29 guest countries. Themed ‘Cultural heritage gathers us’, this 18th edition of SHD is hosting the Republic of Montenegro as the […]

The folk music ensemble from Kazakhstan created quite a stir among the audience at the 18th edition of Sharjah Heritage Days (SHD), when they performed not only their own repertoire of songs, but also Arabic songs by popular Emirati singer Hussain Al Jassmi. The songs were practiced and performed by the Kazakh artists in collaboration […]

Al Montazah Parks, Sharjah’s impressive leisure and amusement destination, will be closed during the holy month of Ramadan for regular maintenance work and expansion of existing games and facilities. The destination announced that new attractions will be added during this period and will reopen its doors with more exciting activities after Ramadan, on the first […]

Before Sharjah Heritage Days wraps up its 18thedition this Saturday, on April 10, cultural enthusiasts across the UAE have one final chance to not only soak in visual and display-based presentations of all things culture and heritage portrayed by 29 nations of the world, but also participate and engage in the proceedings. One such activity […]

Taking place in the historic Heart of Sharjah district until April 10, Sharjah Heritage Days (SHD) seeks to highlight the heritage and rich culture of the UAE. Also being showcased are the unique cultural aspects specific to the UAE and Gulf region. One such important facet of daily life in the UAE is perfuming clothes […]

Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, wife of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah, Chairperson of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs in Sharjah (SCFA), has called on social and academic institutions to adopt rigorous scientific standards when raising awareness amongst families, children and youth on cybersecurity and educating them on ways to […]

Ever dreamt of stylishly redesigning your personal collection of the Harry Potter series in beautiful, marbled leather jackets with your name imprinted on it in fine gold lettering? Or getting a unique, custom-made book with gilded spines and decorative covers,as a gift or for personal use? Then, head out to the 18th edition of Sharjah […]

Young girls and boys from SharjahChildren, an affiliate of the Rubu’ Qarn Foundation for Creating Leaders and Innovators, were taken on a fascinating virtual trip to the Roman-inspired Khorfakkan Amphitheatre,via the Zoom platform. The eastern enclave’s newest cultural and architectural landmark is situated at the foot of ‘Al Sayed’ mountain and overlooks the Khorfakkan beach. […]

The Sharjah International Film Festival for Children & Youth (SIFF), under FUNN will be organising a virtual panel titled ‘Emirati animation: Beginnings and the future’ on Saturday, April 10, that will take a long hard look at the state of the animation industry in the UAE and its future prospects. To be held on Zoom […]

The abaya is a key part of women’s wear and a ubiquitous cultural marker when it comes to Emirati life. At Sharjah Heritage Days, one can expect to find a few abaya designers at the festival venue in Heart of Sharjah. Fatima Hamid, owner of the abaya brand 6 April Designs (@6april.designs) shows off her […]