Expect ten days of entertainment from 9 to 18 December.
The Mother of the Nation Festival is set to return to the Abu Dhabi Corniche with more family entertainment, live performances, immersive art experiences, global cuisine, and retail pop-ups than ever before.
Now in its sixth edition, this year’s event will boast even more acts and artists, exciting rides, unique culinary experiences, awe-inspiring installations, non-stop live entertainment, vibrant displays and immersive attractions so visitors can create cherished memories with family and friends.
The Khaleeji musical sensation from Kuwait, Miami Band, will be back by popular demand on 9 December after playing to a packed festival audience last year. The four-member group, which rose to fame in the 1990s with songs like “Juwaira” and “Ma’ak Radhi”, will take the stage once again to serenade fans with their popular hits in an unforgettable performance on opening night.
The popular MOTN Funhouse will return, featuring an interactive digital art installation by ANIMA, while the social media museum for shareable moments, Youseum, is coming to the Middle East for the very first time. Also making its debut regional appearance is London’s premier vintage clothing and international streetwear store, Dukes Cupboard, offering international brands such as Supreme, Calvin Klein, Nike and Rolex, as well as Chicago Bulls merchandise and much more vintage apparel.
Foodies will relish tasty treats from London street food joint Truffle Burger as well as two offerings from Australia – traditional knafeh from Knafeh Bakery and the Mediterranean-inspired flavours of Bar Biscotti, both setting up their very first UAE pop-ups at this year’s festival.
Those looking for action and adventure should seek out the Thrill Zone, offering heart-pumping physical and virtual reality games for all ages. Join the multiplayer interactive and collaborative game Versus, designed with new VR technology developed in Canada, or head to Pixel Haus, an inclusive space featuring billiards, arcade games and skill-based activities. The Haunted House promises shrieks around every corner and Arcade Heist will get family and friends together to plan a bank robbery.
Kids can run free in the Amusement Park, a wonderland of fun. The park will feature an interactive exhibition themed around the popular YouTube character CoComelon, plus carnival rides, play spaces and skill-based games. Youngsters who work up an appetite can enjoy a Taiyaki, a cute, fish-shaped Japanese cake made by Spain’s La Pecera, as well as delicious treats from the UK’s The Mac Factory and The Treats Club Dessert Bar.
Visit the Food Hub and take a culinary journey around the world without leaving Abu Dhabi. Foodies can savour Insta-worthy desserts from a number of UK brands, such as the famous ice cream from The Knot Churros, New York-style baked cheesecakes from Whipped London, and juicy old-fashioned burgers from Patty & Bun.
The party never stops in the Live Arena, which will feature non-stop entertainment by regional stars and A-list artists performing some of their biggest hits.
Find your style in the Shopping District. With hand-picked brands from around the world, shoppers will be spoilt for choice with a diverse range of unique fashion, accessories and beauty products on display. Chic UK-based bakery Peggy Porschen will be popping up with their creative cupcakes and sweet treats in this zone.
Tickets start at AED 30 and are available now via www.ticketmaster.ae
DSCVR: Mother of the Nation, Abu Dhabi Corniche, Abu Dhabi. @motnfestival
