Expo 2020: Calendar of Events for December

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• The first week: 1-5 December 2021
• The second week: 6-12 December 2021
• The third week: 13-19 December 2021
• The fourth week: 20-26 December 2021
• The firth week: 27-31 December 2021

The first week: 1-5 December 2021

1 December

UAE Golden Jubilee Celebration

• When: full day 
• Where: site wide

Expo 2020 coincides with the United Arab Emirates’ biggest national celebration yet — The UAE Golden Jubilee. To commemorate this historic event Expo 2020 Dubai will celebrate the UAE’s extraordinary journey over the last 50 years, while also looking towards the next 50. 

Expo 2020 will share with every visitor the joy and pride that Emiratis have for their nation and their ambitious and inclusive vision for a global future.

National Day | Kazakhstan

• When: 10:15
• Where: Al Wasl Plaza

Celebrate Kazakhstan and its Pavilion, with dedicated programmes and celebrate its unique culture & talent.

Conference | Czech Republic: Way to Water

• When: 10:00 — 18:00
• Where: Terra Auditorium

Join the debate as this conference addresses one of Earth’s critical issues — the lack of clean water in communities worldwide. It’s organised in association with the World Smart Biotic Pump Alliance, an entity composed of Universities around the world.

Country Business Briefings | Kazakhstan

• Where: Business Connect Centre

The platform will enable countries & organisations to shed light on their business opportunities, and cultivate valuable dialogue and connections with a wide range of business stakeholders visiting Expo 2020.

2 December 

National Day | United Arab Emirates

• When: 10:15
• Where: Al Wasl Plaza

Celebrate the UAE and its Pavilion, with dedicated programmes and celebrate its unique culture & talent.

Mascot Film

• When: 17:00 — 17:30
• Where: Jubilee Stage

Enjoy your favourite episode of Rashid and Latifa’s adventures. Grab a seat and watch the story unfold on the big screen. This is the perfect family fun event. Watch out for some surprise guests too!

Interactive Experience

• When: evening
• Where: Al Wasl Plaza

Dream about flying across Al Wasl’s dome and it may come true.Step through special gateways to the world of Rashid and Latifa and soar into a new dimension for you to explore, discover, laugh and have fun. 

After sunset, you will have the chance to enter one of our interactive booths, create an avatar and watch as it’s launched on to Al Wasl’s canvas where it will have its moment of fame under the spotlight.

International Medical Equipment and Sanitary Materials Exhibition

• Where: Dubai Exhibition Centre

This thematic exhibition focuses on medical equipment and sanitary materials supplies. This is the platform for medical professionals to exchange ideas and explore business opportunities.

3 December  

National Day | National Independent State of Samoa

• When: 10:15
• Where: Al Wasl Plaza

Celebrate Samoa and its Pavilion, with dedicated programmes and celebrate its unique culture & talent.

Talks, Lectures, Comedy | Australia: Universal Design Majlis — International Day of Persons with Disabilities

• When: 15:00 — 17:00
• Where: Terra Auditorium

Universal Design is the design of buildings, products or environments to make them accessible to all people, regardless of age, disability or other factors.

Theatre | Saudi Arabia: Family Show

• When: 15:00 — 17:00, 16:00 — 16:30, 17:00 — 17:30, 18:00 — 18:30
• Where: Earth Stage

Specially commissioned show from Saudi Arabia, combining music, songs, puppetry, audience participation and digital screen content. A dazzling cultural entertainment experience for all the family!

4 December

National Day | Russian Federation

• When: 10:15
• Where: Al Wasl Plaza

Celebrate Russia and its Pavilion, with dedicated programmes and celebrate its unique culture & talent.

Country Business Briefings | Russia

• When: 14:30 — 17:30
• Where: Business Connect Centre

The platform will enable countries & organisations to leverage the presence of their Heads of State, leaders and industry experts, shed light on their business opportunities, and cultivate valuable dialogue and connections with a wide range of business stakeholders visiting Expo 2020

World Majlis | Looking Ahead to 2071: The World at the UAE’s Centennial

• When: 15:30 — 17:00
• Where: Al Wasl Plaza

A special World Majlis marking the UAE’s Golden Jubilee brings together futurists and visionaries to discuss the most pressing global challenges of the next 50 years in areas such as technology, environment, trade, and education.

5 December

International Days | International Volunteer Day

• When: весь день
• Where: на всей территории

On International Volunteer Day, Expo will celebrate the unsung heroes of communities across the world. 

National Day | Kingdom of Thailand

• When: 10:15
• Where: Al Wasl Plaza

Celebrate Thailand and its Pavilion, with dedicated programmes and celebrate its unique culture & talent.

International Volunteer Day | People-facing Flagship Event

• When: 15:00 — 16:00
• Where: Jubilee Stage

Public event to raise awareness and celebrate International Volunteer Day, spotlighting the UAE’s leadership role in the area, and highlighting Expo Participant best practices and success stories.

International Volunteer Day | Youth Circle

• When: 18:00 — 20:00
• Where: 50 | 71

Interactive dialogues among youth participants on volunteering, with a view to informing policy.

The second week: 6-12 December 2021

6 December

National Day | Gabonese Republic

• When: 10:15
• Where: Al Wasl Plaza

Country Business Briefings | Gabon

• When: 14:30 — 17:30
• Where: Business Connect Centre

Music | United States: The Western Flyers

• When: 17:00 — 18:00
• Where: Earth Stage

Texas’s finest Western swing, Vintage country, Texas fiddle band! Churning out true blue authentic Texas flavored music, internationally-renowned guitar slinger Joey McKenzie drives the train, fiddle champion Ridge Roberts astounds, legendary Telecaster master Redd Volkaert dazzles, and world-class upright bassist Matthew Mefford adds fuel to the fire.

Jalsat | Expo

• When: 20:30 — 22:30
• Where: Jubilee Stage

Reimagining Jalsat as a vibrant Khaleeji-led jam session, our Jalsat Nights will give visitors an exciting introduction to Arabic tradition as we showcase a lively formation of 25 local musicians who are joined by special guest artists from other cultures.

7 December

National Day | Republic of Costa Rica

• When: 10:15
• Where: Al Wasl Plaza

Country Business Briefings | Poland & Costa Rica

• When: 10:30 — 13:30, 14:30 — 17:30
• Where: Business Connect Centre

World Conference on Creative Economy 2021

• When: full day
• Where: Dubai Exhibition Centre

The World Conference on Creative Economy 2021 will bring together representatives from governments, policymakers, international organisations, experts, entrepreneurs, and creatives. It will serve as a platform for industry players and stakeholders to exchange ideas, resolve challenges,discuss new opportunities, and build networks to support the growth of the global creative economy.

8 December

National Day | Republic of Fiji & Uzbekistan

• When: 10:15, 16:15
• Where: Al Wasl Plaza

Talks, Lectures, Comedy | Saudi Arabia: Sixteen Series (Architecture & Design)

• When: 17:00 — 17:30, 18:00 — 18:30, 19:00 — 19:30
• Where: Opportunity Forum

As part of Vision 2030, 16 sectors of culture have been identified. At every Sixteen Series event there is a practical live session of 40-90 minutes, a workshop, lecture demonstration or interactive presentation. This one focuses on Architecture & Design.

Country Business Briefings | Uzbekistan

• Where: Business Connect Centre

9 December

Global Business Forum ASEAN | Day 2

• When: 09:00 — 18:30
• Where: Dubai Exhibition Centre Hall 1 South

Forum hosted by Expo 2020 and Dubai Chamber of Commerce focusing on the economic outlooks of the UAE and ASEAN region, with the objective of encouraging international revenue flows byaddressing challenges and harnessing opportunities.

National Day | Republic of Honduras & Republic of Palau

• When: 10:15
• Where: Al Wasl Plaza

Country Business Briefings | Honduras

• When: 14:30 — 17:30
• Where: Business Connect Centre

World Conference on Creative Economy 2021

• When: full day
• Where: Dubai Exhibition Centre

10 December

International Day | Human Rights Day

• When: full day
• Where: site wide

Human Rights Day at Expo 2020 Dubai will convene experts, thought leaders, youth, policymakers, innovators and changemakers to discuss best practices and success stories in taking a rights- based approach to the Sustainable Development Goals. 

Human Rights Day | Specialist Event

• When: 10:00 — 13:30 
• Where: Terra Auditorium

Series of specialist/practitioner events bringing together Expo’s Partner ecosystem to discuss key topics under the human rights theme.

Dignified Storytelling Forum

• When: 10:00 — 18:00
• Where: Dubai Exhibition Centre Hall 1A North

High-level forum convening stakeholders, partners, policymakers, and practitioners within the field of storytelling to discuss the importance of dignified storytelling in policy and practice, and its impact on individuals, organisations, and countries. 

National Day | Republic of San Marino & Republic of Iraq 

• When: 10:15, 16:15

• Where: Al Wasl Plaza

Human Rights Day | People-facing Flagship Event

• When: 15:00 — 17:00
• Where: Terra Auditorium

11 December

National Day | Japan

• When: 10:15
• Where: Al Wasl Plaza

Best Practice Area Programming | Development Solutions for Stronger Education and Human Capital

• When: 15:00 — 16:00
• Where: BPA Speaker’s Corner 

Spotlighting development solutions that have delivered improved outcomes for education and human capital development.

Dance | United States: Rocky Mountain Ballet Theatre

• When: 19:00 — 20:00
• Where: Sun Stage

A rare chance to see a ballet company from theUSA! The Rocky Mountain Ballet Theatre was started in 1998. Since then, it’s been recognised as an outstanding performing (and training) company performing entertaining, original ballets around the world.

12 December

International Day | International Universal Health Coverage Day

• When: full day
• Where: site wide

Expo 2020 has dedicated a full day to celebrate key milestones in the journey towards universal health coverage. 

International Universal Health Coverage Day | People-facing Flagship Event

• When: 10:00 — 13:00
• Where: Sports, Fitness and Wellbeing Hub

Join “Walk the Talk” to elevate the call for action to increase the global step count towards “3 billion steps to health”. One hundred healthcare workers, plus event speakers, will walk on a designated path of 5km around the Expo site to advocate for increased physical activity.

World Majlis | The Science of Everything: Science Versus Disinformation in the Digital Realm

• When: 16:00 — 18:00
• Where: Terra Auditorium

Hear thought leaders, visionaries and changemakers discuss whether making scientific understanding more accessible to everyone, so they can discern facts from disinformation, can help our planet and our wellbeing.

World Chess Championship 2021

• When: full day
• Where: Dubai Exhibition Centre

The final match of the World Chess Championship 2021 will be played between reigning world champion Magnus Carlsen and challenger Ian Nepomniachtchi to determine the World Chess Champion. It will be held under the auspices of FIDE, the World Chess Federation.

The third week: 13-19 December 2021

13 December

 RewirEd Summit 

• When: 09:00 — 18:00
• Where: Dubai Exhibition Centre (Hall 1A North, Hall 1B North, Hall 1C North)

Global summit focusing on three key pressing areas in Education: Youth, Skills and the Future of Work; Innovation in Education; and Education Financing. It will convene education stakeholders including educationalists and front-liners, policymakers, youth,the private sector, international organisations, and foundations, among others.

Talks, Lectures, Comedy | Malaysia: Future Education World Simulation

• When: 10:00 — 12:00, 14:00 — 16:00
• Where: Terra Auditorium

Take part in this enlightening knowledge-sharing session on basic and higher education for Malaysian students.

Local Customs, Global Responsibility | Listening Pause

• When: 10:00 — 18:00
• Where: Spain and Morocco Pavilions

Event that considers the care and attention given to nature and the environment by local systems of knowledge, and asks how intangible cultural heritage can contribute to the preservation of our planet.

Women’s Pavilion Programme | Women’s World Majlis: 132 Million Girls: Tackling Gender Disparities in Access to Education

• When: 10:00 — 18:00
• Where: Spain and Morocco Pavilions

In this session that seeks to identify and tackle gender barriers in education, thought-leaders, visionaries and changemakers discuss how we ensure that the 132 million girls worldwide who are not in school can gain access to gender-inclusive education.

Expo Live Impact Series | Innovative Ways to Finance Education

• When: 16:00 — 16:45
• Where: The Hub, The Good Place Hybrid event 

Panel discussion exploring new ways for people to secure funding for education at all levels, using technology to connect and bring trust through transparency.

14 December

Knowledge & Learning Business Forum

• When: 10:00 — 19:25

Highlighting business opportunities, cutting-edge technologies and progress achieved by the UAE, participating countries and Expo partners relevant to Knowledge & Learning.

Best Practice Area Programming | Development Solutions for Stronger Education and Human Capital

• When: 15:00 — 16:00
• Where: BPA Speaker’s Corner

Learn about development solutions that have delivered improved outcomes for education and human capital development.

Dignified Storytelling | Education and Knowledge Transfer

• When: 15:00 — 17:15
• Where: The Nexus for People & Planet North

An event aims to foster a common understanding of how storytelling about education and learning as a means of knowledge transfer can celebrate the voice, integrity, and dignity of people and communities.

Expo Live Impact Series | Helping Schools Make Learning Fun and Meaningful

• When: 16:00 — 16:45
• Where: Where: The Hub, The Good Place Hybrid event 

Panel discussion spotlighting innovative technological solutions for harnessing and boosting children’s eagerness to learn.

15 December

SDG | Bringing Knowledge and Learning to the World

• When: 10:00 — 19:00
• Where: The Nexus for People & Planet

This event will spotlight the challenges and opportunities of quality education in emergency contexts by inviting a diverse audience to participate in an experiential journey that mirrors the various stages of education, from early childhood to young adulthood.

Best Practice Area Programming | Development Solutions for Stronger Education and Human Capital

• When: 14:30 — 15:30, 15:00 — 16:00
• Where: The Nexus for People & Planet, BPA Speaker’s Corner 

Expo Live | Networking

• When: 18:00 — 18:45
• Where: The Hub, The Good Place 

Casual gathering bringing together Expo Live Global Innovators and members from the greater start-up and social impact ecosystem in the region.

16 December

Expo Live Impact Series | Bridging the Unemployment Gap

• When: 16:00 — 16:45
• Where: The Hub, The Good Place

Panel discussion highlighting alternative ways to help people develop the skills required to land meaningful work.

Spotlights on Africa | Youth Conference

• When: full day
• Where: The Nexus for People & Planet North

Two-day event held under the auspices and leadership of the AUC Chairperson. It will focus on the ”1 Million by 2021” Initiative, which provides direct opportunities for African youth in education, employment, entrepreneurship, engagement and health and wellbeing.

Chinese-Arab Entrepreneurs Science and Technology Exchange and Development Forum

• When: full day
• Where: Dubai Exhibition Centre

This forum focuses on science and technology development. It aims to strengthen relations between Chinese and Arab entrepreneurs by creating a networking platform for idea exchange and business collaborations.

17 December

Chinese-Arab Entrepreneurs Science and Technology Exchange and Development Forum

• When: full day

• Where: Dubai Exhibition Centre

Talks, Lectures, Comedy | Saudi Arabia: Poetry Series

• When: 20:00 — 22:00
• Where: Dubai Millennium Amphitheatre

A curated music and poetry night from this gathering of world renowned and emerging poets from the KSA, the Gulf and the wider Arabic-speaking world, performing together in a 2 hour poetry slam mixed up with music from the KSA House band.

Country Business Briefings | Mali

• Where: Business Connect Centre

18 December

International Days | World Arabic Language Day

• When: full day
• Where: site wide

World Arabic Language Day will celebrate the beauty and value of Arabic, to preserve Arabic language heritage and boost the use of Arabic on global political, economic and cultural platforms.

Cultures in Conversation | The Everywhere Classroom

• When: 12:00 — 16:00
• Where: The Nexus for People & Planet

Take part in “The Everywhere Classroom”, an immersive multi-experience performance centered around learning via play. Add to the “story”, change its outcomes, and leave with your own unique story of the experience.

Entertainment | Arabic Language Day

• When: 19:00 — 21:00
• Where: Dubai Millennium Amphitheatre

Come along for the ride as we celebrate the roots of a language cherished by 422 million people the world over! From classic to dialectic, from oral expression to poetic calligraphy, the Arabic language has given rise to a fascinating aesthetic literature, music, philosophy, even architecture. 

The 18th of December will be an agile journey through the intricacies and layers of the Arabic language that darts seamlessly between past and present; the heritage and the now. Traditional storytellers, nursery rhymes, proverbs, and songs, are peppered with pops of contemporary poems and spoken word. 

19 December

Workshop | SAP Academic Community Conference MENA 2021 – 2nd edition

• When: 10:00 — 15:00
• Where: Terra Auditorium

The SAP Academic Community Conference 2021 (MENA) allows faculty members from the MENA region to connect and network, meet our Senior Leadership, learn about the latest from SAP and participate in high-level thought leadership talks.

International Lifestyle and Fashion Accessories Exhibition

• When: full day
• Where: Dubai Exhibition Centre

The exhibition will provide a unique platform for the industry to showcase trend setting lifestyle and fashion accessories including bags, suitcases, shoes, hats and garments.

Al Burda Festival

• When: full day
• Where: Dubai Exhibition Centre

The Ministry of Culture and Youth will be launching the second edition of Al Burda Festival which will see a dynamic programme of talks, workshops and exhibitions on Islamic arts and culture. The festival will also host the 16th Al Burda Award Ceremony.

The fourth week: 20-26 December 2021

 20 December

International Day | International Human Solidarity Day

• When: full day 
• Where: site wide

International Human Solidarity Day will seek to deliver hope and inspire solidarity, while also acknowledging the UAE’s role in cooperating with the global community on future challenges such as climate change and inequality.

Talks, Lectures, Comedy | Australia: International Day of Solidarity: Sport for the SDG

• When: 14:00 — 16:00
• Where: Terra Auditorium

Bachar Houli is an Australian Football League Multicultural Ambassador, community leader and the first devout Muslim to play in the AFL. Hear his views on interculturalism, sport & social inclusion, leadership and community education for human solidarity.

Arab Language Summit

• When: full day 
• Where: Dubai Exhibition Centre

The UAE’s Ministry of Culture and Youth will host the Arabic Language Summit, which will invite VIPs, experts and academics to discuss important topics through a series of panel discussions and workshops. 

21 December

Special Events | Christmas

• When: full day 
• Where: site wide

The magic of Christmas will come to life from 20th – 28th December at Expo 2020. Blending traditional celebrations with a modern twist, visitors will experience a true festive environment. 

Al Wasl Plaza will be turned into a magical Winter Wonderland space with stunning Christmas decor, festive projection content and a unqiue Christmas show each evening. 

Throughout the districts visitors can enjoy live performances, Christmas carols and festive surprises.

Talks, Lectures, Comedy | L’Oreal Paris the Stand Up Movement

• When: 15:00 — 18:30
• Where: Dubai Millennium Amphitheatre

Inviting International celebrities for an interactive session with the presence of Hollaback – this will include a discussion between the celebrity and the trainer, sharing more on personal experiences, interacting with the audiences and spreading awareness.

National Day | Solomon Islands

• When: 16:15
• Where: Al Wasl Plaza

22 December

National Day | Republic of Tajikistan

• When: 10:15
• Where: Al Wasl Plaza

Talks, Lectures, Comedy | Saudi Arabia: Sixteen Series (Visual Arts)

• When: 17:00 — 17:30, 18:00 — 18:30, 19:00 — 19:30
• Where: Opportunity Forum

An evening per week to a collection of TED-style talks from Saudi leaders and collaborators within that cultural spa.

23 December

National Day | The Republic of Congo

• When: 10:15
• Where: Al Wasl Plaza

Country Business Briefings | Denmark

• When: 14:30 — 17:30

• Where: Business Connect Centre

Music | Israel: The Jerusalem Orchestra East & West

• When: 20:00 — 22:00
• Where: Dubai Millennium Amphitheatre

Enjoy a fusion of the Middle East, Andalusia and Maghreb. The musicians in this orchestra are from 3 cultural and religious orders, playing Arab instruments, graduates of music academies of the former USSR and Israeli musicians of the young generation.

24 December

Dance | Morocco: Weekend Moroccan Popular Event

• When: 14:00 — 14:30
• Where: Ghaf Circle

Music and dance are at the heart of the culture and society of Morocco, performed at weddings, parties and festivals throughout the country. As a visitor to Expo2020 Dubai, you can experience a captivating display of fascinating styles of Moroccan dance.

Children’s Entertainment | Sri-Lanka: Book Reading Under the Stars

• When: 18:00 — 18:30
• Where: The Campfire

A book reading with a difference and a wonderful opportunity for schoolchildren aged 7-10 to connect with and embrace the legends of Sri Lankan folklore. 

International Hardware and Hardware Technology and Equipment Show

• When: full day
• Where: Dubai Exhibition Centre

This thematic exhibition will highlight international hardware and hardware technologies. It is a platform for professionals to identify industry trends and explore new products.

25 December

Sports Participation | Malaysia: MyButterfly Kites Flying

• When: 16:30 — 18:30
• Where: Al Forsan Park

This outdoor kite flying event is a fun activity to engage the community-particularly the youth. It will be held every last weekend of each month during Expo 2020 Dubai.

Creative Arts Exhibition of Chinese Culture

• When: full day
• Where: Dubai Exhibition Centre

Chinese Creative Art Exhibition will showcase traditional Chinese cultural, modern arts and products as well as providing a platform for business collaboration.

Music | Late Nights @ Expo

• When: 21:00 — 23:30
• Where: Jubilee Stage

Be captivated by magical encounters created by local and international artists, who are breaking barriers between musical grenres and cultures, through mashups and orginal artist collaborations.

26 December

Music | Spain: Piacere dei Traversi

• When: 18:30 — 19:30 
• Where: Terra Auditorium

Delight in a truly masterful performance by this world-renowned, multi-award winning all-women early music ensemble from Spain. They play one of the most refined, and now rarely heard, musicg combinations — the Renaissance traverse flute consort.

National Day | Kingdom of Morocco 

• When: 10:15
• Where: Al Wasl Plaza

Creative Arts Exhibition of Chinese Culture

• When: full day
• Where: Dubai Exhibition Centre

The firth week: 27-31 December 2021

27 December

Country Business Briefings | Morocco

• When: 10:30 — 13:30
• Where: Business Connect Centre

International Hardware and Hardware Technology and Equipment Show

• When: full day
• Where: Dubai Exhibition Centre

Creative Arts Exhibition of Chinese Culture

• When: full day
• Where: Dubai Exhibition Centre

28 December

Special Events | Christmas

• When: full day
• Where: site wide

National Day | Republic of Kiribati

• When: 10:15
• Where: Al Wasl Plaza

29 December

National Day | Georgia

• When: 10:15
• Where: Al Wasl Plaza

International Tea, Ceramics and Jewelry Exhibition

• When: full day
• Where: Dubai Exhibition Centre

This thematic exhibition showcase products of tea, ceramics and jewelries from all over the world. Under the Expo 2020 “Connecting Minds, Creating the Future”, this platform exchange and business collaboration. 

30 December 

The International Innovation Show

• When: full day
• Where: Dubai Exhibition Centre

The International Innovation Show will lead you to a wonderland jointly built by unprecedented innovative brands with great creative cultural products. Modern artists and institutions will be invited for the show to discuss the ways of art expressions. 

National Day | Socialist Republic of Vietnam 

• When: 10:15
• Where: Al Wasl Plaza

Country Business Briefings | Vietnam

• When: 14:30 — 17:30
• Where: Business Connect Centre

31 December

Special Events | New Year’s Eve 

• When: evening 
• Where: site wide

Imagine ushering in the New Year with the festive spirit of more than 190 other countries in one night. Expo 2020 will take visitors on a musical journey around the globe as we celebrate this joyous moment with the world. As the clock ticks down to midnight in Dubai, Expo 2020 will connect in a single universal celebration filled with lights, live music, dance, projections and a stunning fireworks display as we usher in the year 2022.

Theatre | Saudi Arabia Family Show

• When: 16:00 — 16:30, 17:00 —17:30, 18:00 — 18:30
• Where: Earth Stage

Let your family experience the fun and excitement of a specially commissioned show from Saudi Arabia, combining music, songs, puppetry, audience participation and digital screen content. A dazzling cultural entertainment experience for all the family!

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