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Astronaut Hazzaa Al Mansoori takes main stage at Mansour Festival on Saturday

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22 Nov 2025 16:55

Abu Dhabi (Aletihad)

The Mansour Festival welcome a special guest on November 22 as Astronaut Hazzaa Al Mansoori of the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) takes the main stage at Yas Gateway Park North at 6:00–6:30 pm to share his remarkable journey of space exploration, scientific achievement, and Emirati pride.

This special appearance represents a unique moment, bringing global inspiration and cultural celebration to centre stage, perfectly aligned with the festival's themes of imagination, discovery, and reaching for the stars.

Families across the UAE are encouraged to arrive early to secure prime viewing positions.

The Makers' Workshop has emerged as a major highlight, with families fully engaged in hands-on activities including string art, tote bag painting, slime crafting, and popcorn making.

The Age of AI Inflatable Park continued to captivate younger visitors with large-scale interactive installations that encouraged movement, exploration, and discovery.

Meanwhile, the festival's desert experiences, featuring camel and horse riding, remained a highlight, offering families authentic cultural connections to Emirati heritage and outdoor traditions in a fun, accessible way.

The signature parade and drone show at 7:25 pm was one of the highlights of the evening on Day 2 of the festival, drawing crowds for spectacular aerial displays and entertainment.

The day will set the stage for tomorrow's (November 23) grand finale, giving families their last full day to experience all the festival's interactive zones and creative offerings

The Mansour Festival runs from November 20-23, 2025 at Yas Gateway Park North, with tickets available on Platinumlist.com.

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