UAE is expensive; from activities to stays and adventures, things, at times, can be heavy in your pocket. However, some days and events let you experience some things in the country for FREE. With that said, dear Abu Dhabi residents, you can enjoy a ferry ride for free in Abu Dhabi for 18 days. Here’s how!
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The Dalma Race Festival is returning for its 6th festival between the 28th of April and the 15th of May in the Al Dhafra Region. And for the festival, Abu Dhabi Maritime has confirmed that it will offer free ferry transport for 18 days of the festival. The Dalma Race Festival takes place under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in the Al Dhafra Region and is organised by Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club and the Festivals and the Cultural Heritage Programmes Committee – Abu Dhabi.
For the festival, more than 3,000 sailors will participate in the 60-foot traditional dhow race that will take place for over 80 nautical miles (125 km). The 18-day festival is free to watch, and besides the traditional dhow race, visitors will also get a chance to enjoy an array of festivities. So if you want to enjoy the festival or make the most of the free ferry ride, you can travel between April 28- May 15 on the Dalma Island/Jabel Dhanna ferry free of charge in either direction. As per WAM, there will also be additional evening service during the festival period to add more glory to the festival.
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Speaking about this, Captain Saif Al Mheiri, Managing Director of Abu Dhabi Maritime, said, “It gives us great pleasure to be a silver sponsor of the 6th edition of the Dalma Race Festival. We are always looking at ways to support the community and promote our heritage to the younger generation. By enabling free passage on our Dalma Island-Jabel Dhanna ferry during the festival period, we hope this will ensure everyone can experience this exceptional event first-hand.”
The Entry Fee For The Event Is AED25, Kids Under Age 12 Go FREE
If you live in Abu Dhabi, besides the Dalma Race Festival, you must also attend the Abu Dhabi Pet Festival, which is taking place after 3-years on April 29th & 30th. Paw-fect for pets, pet parents and pet lovers, the family-friendly event will be held at Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium’s Abu Dhabi Cricket and Sports Hub. From a petting farm to a championship dog shop, dog agility courses and a fashion show, the event will be filled with cutesy doggos. Read on for all the deets.
Returning after a gap of three years, all the shows and events taking place at the festival will be as per international standards. The events will be judged by renowned judges from Europe and will be a delight to watch for locals and tourists. If you love animals, you must add this festival to your list. The entry fee is AED25, and the single ticket is valid for two days.
At the festival, visitors and pet owners will get to engage in workshops on topics like pet travel safety, weight maintenance and grooming techniques, and the petting farm at the event will guide kids on how to safely interact with pets. Besides, you will witness a fun fashion show and demonstrations by dog training experts.
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