Looking to be a change maker? An extraordinary schedule of events, experiences, thought-leadership, and public conversations about world issues has been announced for Expo 2020 Dubai.
People and the Planet is a programme that aims to harness the connective power of the Expo to kick-start transformative change. The programme will run across the entire six months of Expo 2020, anchored by ten theme weeks and 18 international days that explore key issues of global significance.
You might like: All the fascinating Expo 2020 Dubai pavilions you won’t want to miss
Through the theme weeks, participants will investigate solutions to critical global challenges, ranging from climate change and biodiversity loss to bridging the global divide and ensuring equal access to education and healthcare.
There will be more than 220 events involved, from large forums and public conventions to seminars and workshops. The World Majilis, Expo 2020’s signature platform for connecting minds, will play a prominent role, with 53 sessions set to educate and inspire.
You can expect to find topics such as technology and innovation and youth, women, and girls’ empowerment with impactful ideas from leading experts including Dame Jane Goodall, Sir Tim Smit, and Her Excellency Sarah Al Amiri, UAE Minister of State for Advanced Technology and the woman behind the Emirates Mars Mission.
Expo 2020 Dubai isn’t too far away now, and will be running from Friday October 1 until Thursday March 31, 2022.
There are three tiers of tickets on sale: one-day tickets for Dhs95, multi-day passes offering entry for 30 consecutive days for Dhs195, and season passes with unlimited entry for six months for Dhs495.
Tickets will give you access to all pavilions, events and live performances, plus unlimited opportunities to enjoy the diverse entertainment programme. There will be up to 60 live events each day with world-class music, dance and art.
Read more about buying your tickets here.
Oct 1-Mar 31. Expo 2020 Dubai, expo2020dubai.com.
Looking for more great things to do in the UAE?
Discover mindfulness
Do you love to meditate, or want to get started? You’ll need the perfect place.
Read more here.
Global Village is coming back
Check the return date for one of Dubai’s favourite attractions, plus everything we know about the upcoming season.
Read more here.
Save money with this list
All the UAE’s best hotel deals and staycation offers that you can’t miss this summer.
Read more here.
