Festival · Motorsport & desert festival

Liwa International Festival 2027–2028

Expected mid-December 2027 to early January 2028 (dates TBC) · Tal Moreeb (Moreeb Dune) and Liwa Village. Everything you need to know about Liwa International Festival 2027–2028 — and how to turn your presence there into weeks of content.

In short

The Liwa International Festival is a winter desert festival at Tal Moreeb (Moreeb Dune) and Liwa Village in the Al Dhafra Region, organised by DCT Abu Dhabi. The 2027–28 edition is expected from mid-December 2027 to early January 2028, with dates to be confirmed. A2Z Digital offers motorsport photography, drone video and social content for sponsors and partners.

Dates not yet announced — expected timing based on previous editions · Updated
Dates
Expected mid-December 2027 to early January 2028 (dates TBC) Dates TBC
Venue
Tal Moreeb (Moreeb Dune) and Liwa Village, Liwa, Al Dhafra Region, Abu Dhabi
Organiser
Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi)
Category
Festival · Motorsport & desert festival
Official website
liwainternationalfestival.ae
700,000+visitors (2025–26 edition)
274,440Liwa Village visitors (2025–26)
47%rise in motorsport participation (2025–26)
~3 weeksfestival length
About the event

What is Liwa International Festival?

The festival combines motorsport on Moreeb Dune — hill climbs, drifting, drag racing and Monster Jam — with falconry, camel racing, concerts and family attractions at Liwa Village. The 2025–26 edition ran from 12 December 2025 to 3 January 2026, and the 2026–27 edition runs from 11 December 2026 to early January 2027, so a similar window is expected in 2027–28.

The 2025–26 edition welcomed more than 700,000 visitors, with Liwa Village alone attracting 274,440 visitors, and motorsport participation rose by 47%. The desert setting is highly visual, and sponsors and automotive brands can use drone footage, action shots and short reels to reach audiences far beyond the dunes, both during the festival and in the months after.

Who takes part

Who you'll meet there

Motorsport competitors and teamsOff-road and 4x4 enthusiastsFamilies and campersTouristsFalconers and camel ownersAutomotive brands and sponsorsConcert-goersAdventure and travel creators
Exhibiting, sponsoring or hosting?

We can cover Liwa International Festival for you

A2Z Digital's event photography & videography team covers stands, activations, speakers and side events at Liwa International Festival in Abu Dhabi — with same-day content for your social channels and PR.

01

Stall & pavilion photography

Beautiful images of your space, products and visitors — day and night.

02

Night & show video

Low-light video during shows, fireworks and performances.

03

Content days across the season

Scheduled shoots so your feed stays fresh for weeks.

04

Seasonal campaigns

Content planned around national days, holidays and peak weekends.

05

F&B & retail reels

Food, product and crowd reels for vendors and brands.

06

Influencer visits

Creator invitations and coverage to bring footfall.

Your content plan

Before, during & after

Before

Shot list, VIP and speaker schedule, crew passes and a teaser post announcing your presence at Liwa International Festival.

During

Photos and short clips delivered the same day, posted in English and Arabic while the event is trending.

After

Full edited gallery within 48 hours, a highlight film and cut-downs for ads, newsletters and your website.

All year

Reuse the footage in social media and lead generation campaigns until next year's edition.

Practical tips

Get more from Liwa International Festival

Advice from our event crews for making your presence count online.

  • Plan by peak dates. Book coverage for the busiest nights and weekends, not just opening day.
  • Shoot at golden hour. Outdoor events look best at sunset and after dark.
  • Show the people. Families, performers and craftspeople make more engaging content.
  • Respect etiquette. We follow local guidelines when filming visitors and heritage areas.
FAQ

Liwa International Festival questions

When is Liwa International Festival 2027–2028?

Exact dates for Liwa International Festival 2027–2028 have not been announced yet. Based on previous editions it is expected around December 2027. We will update this page when the organiser confirms.

Where is Liwa International Festival held?

Liwa International Festival is held at Tal Moreeb (Moreeb Dune) and Liwa Village, Liwa, Al Dhafra Region, Abu Dhabi.

Who organises Liwa International Festival?

Liwa International Festival 2027–2028 is organised by Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi). Check the official website for tickets, registration and exhibitor information.

Is entry to the Liwa International Festival free?

General admission is free, though some competitions, VIP areas and special events may charge fees.

Can A2Z Digital cover our brand at Liwa International Festival?

Yes. A2Z Digital provides stall & pavilion photography, night & show video, content days across the season and same-day social content for brands, exhibitors and sponsors at Liwa International Festival.

More Abu Dhabi events

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A2Z Digital is an independent agency and is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the organisers of Liwa International Festival 2027–2028. Event names belong to their owners. Details are taken from official and published sources and may change — always confirm on the official website.

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