Dubai has confirmed the return of #HattaWinter, taking place from 5 December 2025 to 31 January 2026, bringing a full season of cultural, recreational and family-oriented activities to Hatta. The second edition will feature six festivals spread across various locations, offering residents and visitors a broad mix of heritage experiences, outdoor sports, workshops and community-led initiatives.
This year’s line-up includes #HattaFestival by Brand Dubai at Leem Lake, the Hatta Honey Festival and Hatta Agricultural Festival by Dubai Municipality, Hatta Cultural Nights by Dubai Culture, the Productive Families Festival at Al Wadi Park, and the long-running Hatta Wadi Hub Festival. Programming will include Emirati honey tastings, cultural performances, farming activities, mountain sports, pop-up markets, creative workshops and outdoor experiences, as highlighted by Gulf News.
Brand Dubai has outlined an expanded programme that introduces additional cultural events and greater participation from local talent and small businesses. More than 30 homegrown concepts from the “Proudly from Dubai” initiative will join the festival offerings, alongside activities such as photography walks, camping nights, youth-focused sessions and children’s workshops.
In preparation for the festival period, the Roads and Transport Authority has continued to advance Hatta’s long-term development plan covering mobility, infrastructure and tourism services. Of the 74 projects planned, 48 have been completed and 26 are currently underway. Visitors will have access to over a thousand parking spaces, valet services, daily Dubai Mall–Hatta bus trips, internal shuttle routes and additional mobility support. Dubai Police will maintain a presence across festival zones to support safety and smooth operations.
Key features across the festivals include participation from Emirati beekeepers at the Hatta Honey Festival, showcases from local farmers at the Agricultural Festival, open-air cinema and performances during Hatta Cultural Nights, creative and retail offerings from local families at the Productive Families Festival, and a variety of outdoor activities at the Wadi Hub Festival, including mountain-bike races, hiking routes and themed evening experiences.
The upcoming edition of #HattaWinter aims to deliver a well-rounded winter season in Hatta with enhanced cultural engagement, outdoor experiences and community participation.
