Emirati Women’s Day, celebrated each year on 28 August, marks a moment of reflection and pride for the UAE. In 2025, the theme “Hand in Hand, We Celebrate 50 Years” honours the 50th anniversary of the General Women’s Union, established in 1975. This milestone reflects the nation’s commitment to community partnership and the continuous achievements of Emirati women over five decades.
1. Women’s Pavilion Exhibit – Expo City Dubai
Where: Women’s Pavilion, Sustainability District, Expo City Dubai
When: Opens 28 August; open daily 12pm–8pm until 11 September
Cost: Free entry on launch day; AED 50 thereafter
A two week showcase featuring photography, mixed-media, and immersive installations by leading Emirati women artists. The exhibition honours stories of leadership, tradition, and creativity.
2. Conference & Awards – Dubai
Where: Berkeley Middle East venue, Dubai
When: Saturday, 30 August, 9 am–5 pm
This flagship event brings together Emirati and international women leaders, innovators, and delegates for a day of talks, networking, and recognition. It features masterclasses, panel discussions, and an awards ceremony celebrating progress in various fields.
3. Tatreez Circles Workshop – KAVE, Alserkal Avenue, Dubai
Where: KAVE, Alserkal Avenue, Dubai
When: 28 August; session times vary
Cost: AED 180 (includes materials and refreshments)
Learn traditional embroidery in an intimate, women led setting, blending Emirati motifs with Palestinian tatreez. A cultural, collaborative and hands on experience honouring heritage through craft.
4. Cultural Evening at House of Wisdom, Sharjah
Location: House of Wisdom, Sharjah
Date: August 28, 2025
Time: 5pm to 8pm
The House of Wisdom in Sharjah will host an elegant cultural evening celebrating women in literature, education, and public service. Expect live poetry readings, interactive discussions, and curated book displays featuring influential Emirati women writers. The event creates a reflective yet vibrant space to connect and celebrate achievements across generations.
5. Emirati Women in Aviation Panel at UAE Space Agency HQ, Abu Dhabi
Location: UAE Space Agency Headquarters, Masdar City, Abu Dhabi
Date: August 28, 2025
Time: 3pm to 5pm
This exclusive panel discussion brings together leading Emirati women in the fields of aviation and space exploration. Organised by the UAE Space Agency, the event includes speakers from the astronaut program, aerospace engineering, and air traffic control. The panel aims to inspire the next generation of women in STEM by showcasing stories of ambition and breakthrough.
6. Creative Candle-Making Workshop at James Café, Al Qana
Location: James Café, Al Qana, Abu Dhabi
Date: Saturday, August 24, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
James Café is teaming up with artisan studio Kinza to host a serene candle-making session in honour of Emirati Women’s Day. Guests will get hands-on with fragrance blending and soy wax pouring, guided by expert makers. For AED 300, participants will craft their own personalised candle, while enjoying a signature coffee and dessert in the café’s calm, design-forward setting. With limited spaces available, this workshop promises a creative pause that fuses community, craftsmanship, and a moment of quiet celebration.
7. Spa & Afternoon Tea Experience at Banyan Tree Dubai
Location: Banyan Tree Spa & Tocha Lounge, Bluewaters Dubai
Date: August 23–31, 2025
Time: Available by booking
Banyan Tree Dubai introduces a refined two-part experience designed for Emirati Women’s Day. It begins with the brand’s signature Rainforest Experience, a private 60-minute hydrothermal journey featuring a vitality pool, heated loungers, and a guided wellness circuit. After the spa, guests can unwind at Tocha, the resort’s serene Japanese-inspired lounge, for a curated Afternoon Tea. Priced at AED 450 per person, this tranquil escape is ideal for individuals or small groups looking to mark the occasion in a graceful, reflective space.
8. Spa & Scent Journey at Waldorf Astoria DIFC
Waldorf Astoria DIFC is marking Emirati Women’s Day with an indulgent blend of wellness and fragrance. Guests can enjoy 20% off all spa experiences at the award-winning Waldorf Astoria Spa by booking on 28 August, with the option to redeem treatments within the next three months. Highlights include the Dune Bliss massage, Stress Relief therapy, Hot Stone ritual, and Floatation Pod Therapy – a unique treatment where 30 minutes equals four hours of restful sleep.
Fragrance Experience: The celebrations extend to Peacock Alley DIFC, where luxury Emirati brand Arcadia, founded by Amna Al Habtoor, hosts a bespoke fragrance journey. Available to all visitors on 28 August from 10 am to 2 pm, the experience continues on 29 August for guests making Arcadia purchases during the same hours.
Where: Waldorf Astoria Dubai International Financial Centre, DIFC, Dubai.
When: Spa offer valid with bookings made on 28 August; fragrance journey on 28–29 August (10 am–2 pm).
Cost: 20% off spa menu; fragrance journey complimentary for guests.
These celebrations reflect more than just a single day—they honour a growing legacy. Emirati Women’s Day 2025 isn’t just about recognition; it’s about action, opportunity, and inclusion. Whether you’re attending to support, learn, or participate, every event holds a piece of the UAE’s story—told proudly through the voices of its women.
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