Dubai plans sorted, but looking for something different this Eid? Sharjah is only 30 minutes away, and Arada is making it worth the drive. Across Aljada, Masaar, and Nasma Residences, the developer is running two evenings of Eid Al Fitr 2026 celebrations. The theme is a modern Arabic festival, cultural heritage meets contemporary entertainment. Tanoura performances, traditional live cooking, roaming giant mascots, face painting, balloon bending, hair braiding, bubble shows, kids’ arts and crafts, and DJ sets. Here’s what’s happening where.
Catch a Live Show at Aljada
The skate park at Aljada is hosting roller skater shows on both evenings. Cassette Band performs on Friday night, and singer-songwriter Zeina Aftimos takes the stage on Saturday. There’s also a dedicated Eid Market running from Thursday, 19, to Sunday, 22. With colourful open-air kiosks and stalls offering Arada’s own food, beverage, and retail options in a festive outdoor setting. The Manbat Market runs alongside it on the same dates, bringing in UAE food brands, fresh produce, and Emirati farmers’ goods.
Want to stay the night? Nest Hotel has Eid staycation packages from AED 235. It includes a trampolining session at Bounce, complimentary Yalla e-bikes to explore. Over 100 restaurants, retail, sports, and entertainment venues at Aljada, a tree-planting experience at Shajar Nursery, and dining discounts at Kashtat Amina. Arada residents get an exclusive rate with the code ARADA. Book at nest-hotel.com or call 800-255-232 (800ALJADA).
Take the Kids to Masaar For Eid Al-Fitr 2026 Celebrations
The UAE’s first forested community is running the full entertainment programme plus a dedicated inflatables play area. This Eid Al-Fitr 2026 celebrations are good if you’ve got younger ones who need to burn some energy. The natural surroundings make it feel like a different kind of Eid event. Manbat Market is here on Friday and Saturday.
Keep It Local at Nasma Residences
Nasma Central hosts the celebrations here, alongside the community’s existing shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities. Same full programme of mascots, crafts, Tanoura performances, and DJ sets. With just a more neighbourhood feel, if you’d rather skip the bigger crowds. Manbat Market is running here on Friday and Saturday too.
Final Words
Eid al-Fitr 2026 celebrations follow what Arada describes as a strong Ramadan season across all three communities. Amit Arora, Chief Operating Officer for Hospitality and Entertainment at Arada, said the aim is simple: “As we celebrate Eid Al Fitr across our communities, we want families and visitors to find in Aljada, Masaar and Nasma Residences a place where they can come together and enjoy these special days.”
All three locations are free to attend. Show up between 6 pm and 11 pm on Friday, 20 or Saturday, 21 March.
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