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FESTIVAL MAIN ENTRANCE
Our 1 Year To Go Spirit welcomes you to our festivities the moment you step through the main entrance.
On Sunday, 20 October 2019. Doors open at 5pm when festivities begin, culminating in a live countdown moment at exactly 20:20hrs, to mark exactly ‘1 Year To Go’ before Expo 2020. The event ends at 10pm.
Get there early and don’t miss out on all the fun!
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THE LIVE BROADCAST
The Main Stage is the energetic heartbeat of the 1 Year To Go event, inspiring everyone with the spirit of Expo. Enjoy a selection of the UAE’s finest grassroots music and performing arts talent throughout the day. As the sun goes down, get ready to get excited to celebrate with us, as we officially countdown to ‘1 Year To Go’ to Expo 2020 Dubai – The World’s Greatest Show. Join us at 7.25pm to witness the first live broadcast of its kind across the country, culminating in a spectacular ‘20:20’ (8.20pm) moment as we connect to the One Year To Go event in Dubai, and enjoy the music, fireworks and A-list celebrity performances from global superstars.
GO TO THE MAIN STAGE PROGRAMME
SALAMA’S WORLD CHILDREN’S AREA
Discover the Expo 2020 mascots. Step into their magical world of delight with craft activities, music and dance, running here throughout the day. Designed for children of all ages.
WATER STATIONS
‘Motivate, hydrate and feel great’ to enjoy your best festival experience.
Our Be Water Wise stations feature important information on our 1 Year To Go water causes and initiatives, which we hope will inspire you to reduce plastic waste and take care of Planet Earth.
Feeling thirsty? Pick up one of our limited edition #PaperWaterBottle and fill up with clean, safe drinking water.
The UAE Water Aid Foundation, Suqia, has positively influenced more than 9 million lives in 34 countries.
LEARN MORE ABOUT UAE WATER AID FOUNDATION, SUQIA
PICNIC PARK
Sit back and chillax, take in the vibes whilst enjoying the festival ambience at the picnic park. Enjoy tasty global cuisine from the food trucks around the park and recharge your batteries to carry on celebrating into the night!
GET GLITTERED
Be part of the spirit of 1 Year to Go and get glittered! Jump in front of the camera and give us your best festival smile. Say cheeeeeese!
LIVE ART WALLS
Watch our graffiti masters of art take control of their spray cans to create giant festival murals.
INSTAGRAM WALL
Get into the spirit of One Year To Go. Jump in front of our Instagram wall dressed in your fun costumes to celebrate the occasion with our hero characters.
17:00 - 19:20 ACT ONE: MUSIC AND WORDS RAMI ZAKI
CLARITA DE QUIROZ
NAMAL SIDDIQUI
BENNA DUO
19:25 - 20:25 ACT TWO: THE GOLDEN HOUR BROADCAST LIVE FROM DUBAI MUSICAL ENCOUNTERS
HUSSAIN AL JASSMI
MARIAH CAREY - OPENING NUMBER
20:25 - 22:00 ACT THREE: LIVE IN CONCERT MARIAH CAREY BROADCAST LIVE FROM DUBAI
ROOH
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MARIAH CAREY GLOBAL SUPERSTAR
Mariah Carey is one of the best-selling musicians and songwriters of all time, with more than 200 million records sold. She has performed 18 US number one singles (17 of them are self-penned) – more than any other female in history – including We Belong Together, Hero and Fantasy, and her festive hit All I Want for Christmas is You has become one of the most popular songs of the holiday season globally. The multi-Grammy-winner is well known for efforts to help underprivileged children, receiving the Congressional Horizon Award for her youth-related charity work.
EXPO 2020 AMBASSADOR
One of the Arab world’s foremost artists, Hussain Al Jassmi’s impressive catalogue of work includes songs such as ‘Fakadtak’ and ‘Boshret Kheir’. As ambassador for Expo 2020, his collaboration will drive excitement and national pride around the celebratory milestone of One Year To Go.
SHRADDHA KAPOOR BOLLYWOOD SUPERSTAR
Bollywood star Shraddha Kapoor earned a nomination for the 2010 Filmfare Best Female Debut for her screen debut in Teen Patti. She rose to prominence for her portrayal as Arohi Keshav Shirke in the 2013 romantic musical Aashiqui 2, in which she gained positive acclaims and numerous nominations including the Filmfare Award for Best Actress. She is the daughter of veteran Indian actor, Shakti Kapoor and Bollywood singer and actress Shivangi Kapoor.
ROOH BAND INDIAN
ROOH combine music across English, Arabic and Hindi. They have won numerous awards and have travelled all over the world through their music. Some of their awards are Best Asian Band 2018 by Masala Awards, 2 Bollywood songs (Composed & Sung) in the movie Julie 2, HOT 100 personalities in Gulf and many more.
BRITISH/FILIPINO
Clarita is a Number 1 album selling, UAE-based, classically trained pianist, percussionist and vocalist. Clarita is often requested to perform and open alongside some of the worlds greatest artists such as Elton John. Clarita now splits her time between the UAE and Lebanon.
SWEDISH-LEBANESE/TUNISIAN
Benna Duo is represented by two amazing down-to-earth female artists with their musical instruments and talents, which are enriched by their collective extensive experience. The band’s name is inspired by the Tunisian word ‘Benna”, which means ‘Taste’s good’. The Duo have performed festivals such as The Sharjah Festival, The Sikka Festival, and The Wasla Festival.
EGYPTIAN
Rami Zaki, is an Egyptian Oud player & singer with a big Arabic repertoire of classical & contemporary songs from different MENA regions.
PAKISTANI
Namal is a poetry writer and performer who is part of The Poetryhood community. Featuring on an Apple Podcast by the same name. Namal also runs a number of poetry workshops in both Arabic and English in locations including Manarat al Saadiyat, Dubai International Art Centre and many more.
EGYPTIAN
Ahd Hany is an Egyptian designer. She won the Red Bull Kicks Art competition in 2017. For which her sneaker design named ‘Griffonage’ is being brought to life. Ahd’s future plans include a project for Koita, an organic dairy company based in the UAE. She’s also working on designing a unique line of shoes for a Japanese restaurant.
SUQIA UAE WATER AID
Established in 2015, the UAE Water Aid Foundation, Suqia UAE, an entity under the umbrella of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives foundation, is a non-profit organisation that provides humanitarian aid around the world and helps communities that suffer from water scarcity by providing them with potable water. After all, clean and accessible water for all is an essential part of the world we want to live in. Until today, we have positively influenced the lives of over 9 million people in 34 countries.
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EXPO 2020 DUBAI THE WORLD’S GREATEST SHOW
Expo 2020 Dubai will host the world for 173 days, each one brimming with new experiences. It’ll be a time to create, collaborate and innovate. And it’s going to be fun. We’re talking eye-catching, mind- bending, taste bud-tickling, grin-inducing, good- weird, did-that-really-just-happen fun. Come along, or spend a lifetime telling less interesting stories.
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EVENT FAQ WHEN IS THE EVENT TAKING PLACE?
On Sunday, 20 October 2019. Doors open at 5pm when festivities begin, culminating in a spectacular countdown moment broadcast live from Burj Park, Downtown Dubai at exactly 20:20hrs, to mark exactly ‘1 Year To Go’ before Expo 2020. The event ends at 10pm.
WHERE IS THE EVENT TAKING PLACE AND HOW MANY PEOPLE ARE EXPECTED?
Al Majaz Waterfront is hosting Sharjah’s ‘1 Year To Go’ event, with around 1,000 visitors expected to attend
WILL I NEED A TICKET?
No ticket required. The event is free and open to the public, however we recommend visitors arrive at 5pm to ensure you have plenty of time to enjoy all the event has to offer. If we reach maximum capacity of the venue, we will not be able to grant you immediate access.
WHAT IS HAPPENING AT EACH OF THE FESTIVALS?
Whichever festival you attend, you can expect live music, performers, artists and plenty of fun for the whole family.
WHAT ARE THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS RELATED TO FILMING AND PHOTOGRAPHY?
Our terms and conditions of the event specify the below:
Unauthorized professional photography or filming equipment is strictly prohibited. You agree that all images, videos and audio recordings taken by you whilst at the Event and the Site shall be used solely for personal and non-commercial purposes, unless the prior written consent is obtained from Expo 2020 Dubai.
You understand that film and photographic cameras may be present at the Event. By entering the Site and the Event and/or booking Tickets, you agree and consent (either on your own behalf or on behalf of your child) that worldwide perpetual use may be made in any and all media , free of charge, of your voice, image and likeness captured whilst present at or about the Event and the Site for any purpose, including, without limitation, by means of live or recorded video display, broadcast, transmission or other dissemination or recording, photographs or any other current and/or future
media technologies and for either commercial or non-commercial purposes including, without limitation, in promotional and marketing materials relating to Expo 2020 Dubai.
HOW CAN I GET TO THE VENUE?
BY CAR If you’re travelling by car, there is a public car park at the event entrance, with blue badge spaces available. There’s also street parking around the lake.
BY TAXI If you’re travelling by Uber, Careem or licensed taxi, your driver can drop you off at the entrance.
VENUE
IS THE EVENT SEATED? No – all festivals are standing room only.
CAN I LEAVE THE EVENT AND RETURN? Yes, you can gain re-entry as long as the event capacity isn’t exceeded. But once the festivities have started, you won’t want to leave anyway!
DO I NEED TO BE A UAE RESIDENT TO ATTEND? No, all events are open to the general public.
CAN I BRING MY CHILDREN? Yes, there’s plenty for your kids to enjoy at our family-friendly events, including a dedicated kids’ craft area.
CAN I BRING MY PET(S)? Sorry, guide dogs are the only animals allowed at the event.
IF I COME WITH A BABY STROLLER, IS THERE A PLACE TO STORE IT? No – we recommend leaving baby strollers at home.
IS THERE ANY ENTERTAINMENT APART FROM LIVE MUSIC? Yes, there is an area for adults and children, and plenty of fun and engaging activities for all ages.
WILL THERE BE FIREWORKS? The 20:20 countdown moment will be celebrated on site and the fireworks from Burj Park, Downtown Dubai will be broadcast live in each venue.
CAN I BRING MY OWN FOOD AND DRINKS? Yes, you can. But we recommend leaving enough space to sample the wide range of mouthwatering cuisines that are available at the food outlets within Al Majaz Waterfront.
WILL ALCOHOL BE SERVED? This event is an alcohol-free zone.
WILL FOOD OUTLETS BE EQUIPPED WITH CREDIT CARD MACHINES? Yes. Nevertheless, we always recommend that you bring cash with you to make your payment faster for low value purchases.
WILL WATER BE PROVIDED? Yes, absolutely. Free eco-friendly water bottles and filtered tap water will be available.
ACCESSIBILITY
IS THERE ACCESS FOR PEOPLE OF DETERMINATION? Absolutely. There will be dedicated access and toilets within each venue for People of Determination to enjoy the festivities.
IS THE VENUE WHEELCHAIR-ACCESSIBLE? Yes, the venue is suitable for wheelchair users.
I’M A PERSON WITH SPECIAL NEEDS. IS THERE A NUMBER I CAN CALL TO GAIN MORE SPECIFIC ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION? Yes, if you have any questions about accessibility please call 800 EXPO (3976).
CAN I BRING MY GUIDE DOG TO THE EVENT? Yes.
WHAT IS THIS EVENT ALL ABOUT?
On Sunday, 20 October 2019, we are celebrating the important milestone of 1 Year to Go to the opening of Expo 2020 Dubai. We are hosting seven special events across the UAE, each featuring live performances from widely respected artists and performers. Everything will culminate in one spectacular live national moment at exactly 20:20hrs.
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