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Sharjah Annual Events

ByAlison Watt
A quick rundown of Sharjah annual events, fairs and festivals you can expect to see throughout the year. These dates can change and are meant as a guideline. Please refer to official sources in links at the end for dated, updates, etc. January
  • Sharjah Poetry Festival (Arabic)
February
  • Xposure International Photography Festival
  • Sharjah Light Festival
March
  • Sharjah Heritage Festival
  • Sharjah Ramadan Festival
  • Sharjah International Arabian Horse Festival
  • Sharjah Theatre Days
May
  • Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival
September
  • Sharjah Jewellery Show
October
  • Sharjah International Film Festival for Children and Youth
November
  • Sharjah International Book Fair

  • Sharjah Architecture Triennial (2023)

December

  • Sharjah World Championship Week – Formula 1 Powerboat Races

  • Sharjah Islamic Arts Festival
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