Updated 13 October 2026. Looking for Navratri events in the UAE this week? The confirmed public listing highlighted in this guide is Navratri Utsav 2026 at Zabeel Park Amphitheatre in Dubai, on 16–17 October. We have not verified a matching official 2026 public event schedule for every emirate, so the guide separates confirmed listings from places where you should check current organiser announcements.
Confirmed event at a glance
| Event | Navratri Utsav 2026 |
|---|---|
| Dates | Friday, 16 October and Saturday, 17 October |
| Venue | Zabeel Park Amphitheatre, Dubai |
| Doors / show start | 7:00 p.m. / 7:30 p.m., per ticket listing |
| Tickets | Listed from AED 20; park entry is separate. Check current availability and rules. |
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Confirmed public listing: Navratri Utsav 2026, Dubai
Dates: Friday 16 and Saturday 17 October 2026.
Listed start time: 7:00 pm.
Venue: Zabeel Park Amphitheatre, Dubai.
Ticket range listed: AED 20–100.
Visit Dubai’s official events calendar lists Navratri Utsav as a live show celebrating the colours of Navratri. The listing is the best current starting point for checking ticket availability, entry conditions, event changes and the final programme. Confirm the exact ticket session before travelling.
Official Visit Dubai Navratri Utsav 2026 page.
Abu Dhabi: verify temple announcements
BAPS Hindu Mandir is located at Plot P6, Al Taf Road (E16), Abu Mureikhah, Abu Dhabi. Its official site provides campus and darshan information and states that visitor registration is required. The source reviewed for this update did not publish a specific 2026 Navratri festival programme on the main site, so do not treat normal darshan hours as a confirmed special Navratri event.
BAPS Hindu Mandir Abu Dhabi official site · Campus timings and activities.
Sharjah and the Northern Emirates
The Sharjah Panchang lists Navratri beginning on 11 October 2026, but an official public Garba event listing for Sharjah was not verified in the sources reviewed. Local temple celebrations and community gatherings may still be announced independently. Use the organiser’s own website or ticket page and verify the exact date, venue, time and age restrictions.
Sharjah Navratri 2026 calendar.
How to verify another Navratri event
Event listings can appear close to the date and may be posted by a venue, cultural association or ticketing partner. Before adding an event to your plan, check these details:
- Current year and date: make sure the announcement is for 2026, not a reposted 2025 poster.
- Official host: look for the organiser or venue’s own page and contact information.
- Venue and entry: confirm the full address, doors-open time, show start, parking, park entry and registration requirements.
- Price and ticket rules: check current ticket categories, fees, age policy, refund conditions and permitted items.
- Same-day updates: recheck for changes to timing, venue, capacity or transport before leaving.
If a listing cannot be confirmed from a current organiser or recognised ticket platform, treat it as unverified rather than assuming the event is happening.
How to verify a Navratri event in the UAE
- Find the organiser’s official website, social page or a tourism authority listing.
- Check the date includes 2026, and confirm the exact venue and emirate.
- Use a current ticket link from the organiser; review price, refund, age and entry rules.
- Confirm the performer’s name in the current official lineup, not only the page title or an old poster.
- Recheck the event page on the day for changes to access, transport or timings.
Navratri dates in the UAE
The Dubai Panchang lists Navratri beginning on 11 October and Vijayadashami / Dussehra on 20 October 2026. The religious calendar and ticketed event calendar are different: public programmes may run on selected evenings around these dates.
Frequently asked questions
Which UAE Navratri event is confirmed in this guide?
Visit Dubai lists Navratri Utsav at Zabeel Park Amphitheatre for 16–17 October 2026. Check its official listing and the ticket page for current prices and entry rules.
Are there other events in Abu Dhabi or Sharjah?
Community gatherings may exist, but this guide only calls an event confirmed when a current official organiser or venue listing is available. Check the named organisation’s latest announcement before travelling.
Does the Navratri Utsav ticket include Zabeel Park entry?
No. The ticket page states that the event ticket does not include park entrance. Check the park-entry link and the event page before departure.
When is Navratri in the UAE in 2026?
The city-specific panchang calendars generally show Navratri beginning on 11 October and Vijayadashami on 20 October, with local tithi and observance details. Use the Dubai or Sharjah panchang links below rather than copying a timing from another country.
Related UAE Navratri guides
For festival dates, see the UAE Shardiya Navratri 2026 calendar. For family planning, see our UAE family Navratri guide.
Last checked: 13 October 2026. Ticket availability and local event announcements can change. Confirm the final details with the official organiser and ticket page before travelling.
Navratri Events UAE 2026: Verified Listings and Planning Tips
Use this guide to plan around the confirmed Zabeel Park Navratri Utsav listing and verify any additional events with their organisers. Keep the city-specific panchang separate from public event schedules, check ticket and park-entry rules, and confirm the latest timings before travelling.
For the most useful next step, open the official Visit Dubai event listing and linked ticket page, then check the date, price, permitted items, park-entry requirement and return transport. Revisit this guide when organisers publish additional verified UAE listings.