Our Festival Partners

Destination Partner

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) drives the sustainable growth of Abu Dhabi’s culture and tourism sectors and its creative industries, fuelling economic progress and helping to achieve Abu Dhabi’s wider global ambitions.

By working in partnership with the organisations that define the emirate’s position as a leading international destination, DCT Abu Dhabi strives to unite the ecosystem around a shared vision of the emirate’s potential, coordinate effort and investment, deliver innovative solutions, and use the best tools, policies, and systems to support the culture and tourism.

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Destination Partner

Located on the golden shores of Abu Dhabi—just 20 minutes from downtown Abu Dhabi and 50 minutes from Dubai—Yas Island offers holidaymakers a diverse mix of leisure and entertainment experiences.

From award-winning theme parks such as Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld, and Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi to incredible attractions such as the record-breaking CLYMB™ Abu Dhabi and the thrilling Yas Marina Circuit (home to the FORMULA 1 ETIHAD AIRWAYS ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX™), visitors are bound to discover a world of entertainment options all within the 25 sq. km island.

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Headline Partner

Abu Dhabi Motors is the exclusive importer of BMW, MINI, BMW ALPINA, BMW Motorrad and the sole dealer of Rolls-Royce Motors Cars in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain. Since its founding in 1985, Abu Dhabi Motors has grown to become the most successful BMW Group importer in the Middle East, boasting the world’s largest BMW and Rolls-Royce showrooms. Now celebrating 40 years in bringing automotive excellence to the emirate, Abu Dhabi Motors has earned a reputation as one of the top-selling BMW Group importers in the region and has received the prestigious ‘Global Excellence in Sales’ Award for its leadership in the luxury car market.

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Cook School Partner

Since 1910, BLACK+DECKER® has been setting the standard for innovation and design of power tools, outdoor yard care equipment, and home products.

The inventor of the first portable electric drill with pistol grip and trigger switch, BLACK+DECKER® has evolved from a small machine shop in Baltimore, Maryland to a global manufacturing powerhouse with a broad line of quality products used in and around the home. When home owners have work to get done, they trust that BLACK+DECKER® products will do the job efficiently and reliably.

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Automotive Partner

Founded in 1985, Abu Dhabi Motors is the exclusive importer of MINI in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain and is proud to celebrate its 40th anniversary this year. Known for its iconic design and distinctive go-kart driving experience, MINI has brought joy to drivers since it first appeared 66 years ago. The story began in Great Britain in 1959 with the Classic MINI, a timeless model that continues to capture hearts and turn heads on the road today, and has evolved to include an all-electric MINI Family, John Cooper Works edition models and more.

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Cook School Partner

Kibsons International LLC was founded in 1980 in the Emirate of Dubai under the vision and leadership of Hussain Ismail Khatri, the Chairman. In 1997, this was continued by Jamal Hussain, the present Managing Director. Their entrepreneurial spirit and long-term view of the consumer goods industry has created the foundation for market leadership in the fruit, vegetable, meat, and poultry sectors.

Today, the Kibsons community is made up of more than 500 employees who share a passion for service and quality. More than 150,000 kilos of fresh produce are distributed from our cold stores and production facility every day. Storytelling and iconic recipes.

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Hotel Partner

Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island offers world-class hospitality in the most vibrant and spectacular setting. Ideally situated next to the prime waterfront location at Yas Bay, guests can enjoy the lively promenade boasting an abundance of restaurants, just outside our doors.  

Contemporary rooms and suites, including 250 connecting rooms offer impressive views of Yas Island and include access to Yas Theme Parks for every guest per night stayed for all room stays. 

Offering signature dining, a fully equipped Kid’s Club, eforea spa, fitness centre, stunning temperature controlled outdoor pool and Café Del Mar Abu Dhabi, there really is something for everyone 

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Flavour Partner

Welcome to the world of NEZO Salt, where creativity and artistic inspiration intertwine with our unwavering commitment to providing the finest salt for your family’s table. 

Just as our iconic salt house symbolizes purity and tradition, our diverse range of colorful packs holds a treasure trove of salt varieties to elevate your culinary journey. 

Add a pinch of good taste to your meals with NEZO, and embrace the journey of taste, tradition, and artistic expression that awaits you. 

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Beverage Partner

Founded by a team of global industry experts with a drive for something new, The Bottle Store was established to redefine the liquor purchasing experience in Abu Dhabi.

The Bottle Store is focused on delivering a premium shopping experience with every day low pricing driving value for money across the Abu Dhabi market.

The Bottle Store launched UAE’s first instant beverage delivery app. Say goodbye to traffic, vague delivery times, and enjoy your favourite drinks delivered to your doorstep in 90 mins or less.

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Radio Partner

THE UAE’S FEEL GREAT RADIO STATION

Dubai 92 is the longest running English language station in the UAE. Proud of our heritage and in tune with OUR multicultural audience, Dubai 92 is the only family-focused radio station in the UAE. We embrace the change, growth, and lifestyle of Dubai and the UAE and play the soundtrack to your family’s life in the World’s Best City.

Dubai 92 is live and local, and we engage with our listeners on-air, online, and across the UAE. Our presenters are more like friends and our listeners are the true stars.

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Media Partner

The leading guide to all things to do in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and many other cities in the region and around the globe, Time Out is a leading global media and entertainment business that inspires and enables people to make the most of a city. Operating in 108 cities across 39 countries, it has a global monthly audience reach of 242 million across all platforms.

Time Out Abu Dhabi tells you all you need to know about food, attractions, art, culture, shopping, and nightlife in the city!

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News Partner

Gulf News, the leading English language newspaper of the Gulf, is published by Al Nisr Publishing LLC, a multimedia organisation with activities spanning print media, including newspapers, digital media, contract publishing, commercial printing, niche publications, direct marketing and distribution, content marketing, events, and podcasts.

Its dynamic journalism, interface with its readers, and subscriber benefits ensure timely and relevant news and content. With the largest pan-Emirates print media distribution network, Gulf News reaches a wide and diverse readership.

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Partner

Recognised as a leading TVET school in culinary arts, the International Centre for Culinary Arts, Dubai and Abu Dhabi, deliver award-winning learning experiences to aspiring chefs, artisans, and entrepreneurs from the world over.

Established in 2005, ICCA has been featured amongst the “Top 10 Culinary Institutes in the World”, recognised as the Best Culinary Institute in the Middle East, and awarded the “Recognition of Quality Culinary Education” by the World Association of Chefs Societies (WorldChefs), a global authority on food standards.

The centre has won several awards, including the prestigious “City & Guilds, London Lion Awards (Known as the Oscars of Skills)”, “International Centre of the Year Award 2016” and “The International Centre for Excellence Award (Middle East)-2016”, “ProChef ME Cooking School of the Year 2016”, and the “Broadcast Pro Best Digital Initiative of the Year 2016”, amongst several others for its application-focused and outcome-driven, innovative initiatives, quality training, and continued excellence.

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ICCA Dubai Graduates do it all in the food world: they are successful Chefs, Restaurant Owners, Hospitality Managers, Entrepreneurs, Food Stylists, Food Writers, and more.

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NMC Healthcare is one of the largest private healthcare networks in the United Arab Emirates, and the third largest in Oman. Since 1975, we have provided high quality, personalised, and compassionate care to our patients and are proud to have earned the trust of millions of people in the UAE and around the world.

Our network is made up of 85 medical facilities, including JCI-accredited, multi-specialty hospitals in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, and Al Ain, as well as medical centres, community clinics, day surgery centres, fertility clinics, home health services, and long-term care facilities throughout the UAE. The NMC Healthcare Group also includes the ProVita International Medical Centre, CosmeSurge, and Fakih IVF Fertility Centre brands. NMC’s Fakih IVF is ranked as one of the leading in-vitro fertilization service providers worldwide.

Whether it is providing comprehensive medical services directly to patients, or in collaboration with healthcare providers internationally, NMC Healthcare is committed to delivering high quality, personalised care that matters.

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