Expo City Dubai brings a weekend Ramadan pop-up to Terra Gardens with early-evening entry and family activities under the open sky. It runs on Saturday, 21 February 2026, Sunday, 22 February 2026, and Saturday, 28 February 2026, each day from 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm (Dubai time). The venue sits at Sidr Avenue, Sustainability District, Expo City Dubai, and you can call 800 397 62489 for visit support and directions. For written enquiries, use connect@expocitydubai.ae, and mention Ramadan Nights at Terra Gardens for faster routing. Booking ahead is strongly recommended, especially for the dining slots.
Dates, timings, and ticket options
Doors open at 4:00 pm and the pop-up stays active until 10:00 pm, so you can plan it as an early visit or a full evening. The simplest option is the AED 20 entry ticket, which suits a relaxed wander and time for games (solo, couples, family-friendly). If you want the full dining experience, choose AED 80 entry plus set menu, while families can use the AED 45 children’s set menu for ages 4 to 11. People of Determination and children under 4 enter free, which helps larger family groups stay flexible. Because capacity shifts by weekend, door prices and availability can change approximately.
A Ramadan garden evening with a playful rhythm
This pop-up leans into Ramadan’s social pace, so you can arrive early for calm space and stay later for the livelier flow. Meanwhile, the setting aims for a friendly balance between reflection and activity, rather than a loud festival feel. You’ll notice an emphasis on togetherness, with small moments that work for mixed-age groups and multi-generational visits. However, it still keeps enough energy for groups who want games and movement after iftar. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, arrive closer to 4:00 pm, then ease into dinner later. (Suitable for couples, families, and solo visitors.)
Activities that work for kids and adults
The programme focuses on hands-on, low-pressure fun, so families can rotate between crafts and games without rigid scheduling. You can expect creative corners like lantern and crescent-moon making, and then switch to table games such as foosball and ping pong. There is also a larger-play feel with activities like giant chess, while younger kids often gravitate toward slime-making and face painting. At certain times, storytelling sessions add a calmer tone, and the Rescue Animal Encounter can become a highlight for animal-loving children. Supervision matters near the busier activity zones, especially during the post-iftar rush. (Family-friendly, also pleasant for small groups.)
Dining plans built around PXB
Food service is designed to match the drop-in nature of the pop-up, so you can decide your meal plan after you arrive. With the AED 20 entry-only ticket, you can order PXB Ã la carte from 4:30 pm to 9:30 pm, which suits grazing and sharing. Alternatively, the AED 80 entry plus set menu runs 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm, so it fits a classic iftar-to-late-evening timeline. Parents who want a simpler plan often choose the AED 45 set menu for children aged 4 to 11, then keep the rest of the evening activity-focused. If you want the set menu, aim to arrive before 6:00 pm, because the dining window is the busiest part of the night. (Good for couples, families, and groups.)
Getting there, parking, and easy return routes
Expo City Dubai is straightforward by car, and it also works well by public transport if you want to avoid parking queues. The nearest Metro access is Expo 2020 Station, and then you can continue by taxi or on-site mobility options, depending on what’s available that evening. Drivers can use Terra A parking and Terra B parking as free public parking, and Terra A includes accessible parking spaces. If you want a quicker drop-off style, Sustainability Parking offers paid valet parking, which can reduce walking time. From Abu Dhabi, plan a slightly earlier departure for the 4:00 pm opening, and from Sharjah or Ajman, expect heavier traffic as you approach the Expo City exits around early evening. (Practical for families, also smooth for couples.)
Weather, timing, and on-the-ground tips
For Saturday, 21 February 2026, the day pattern in Expo City Dubai reached about 31°C with a low near 16°C, so the evening typically feels warm at first, then cooler later. For Sunday, 22 February 2026, the high sat around 30°C with a low near 16°C, so you’ll likely want a light layer after sunset, especially for kids. For Saturday, 28 February 2026, the outlook around event time trends from about 27°C at 4:00 pm toward about 22°C by 10:00 pm, with clearer skies later in the evening. Therefore, wear breathable clothing early, then bring a thin jacket for the last hour, and choose comfortable shoes for garden walking. Arrive before the 6:00 pm dining rush to avoid parking delays, and remember that ticket and menu prices can change and are approximately as listed. For tickets, use EXPO CITY DUBAI official booking channels or TERRA ticketing, and if you need quick updates, check the EXPO CITY DUBAI APP listings. Finally, according to notes compiled in the style used by the editor of www.few.ae, the smartest move is to lock your preferred entry option early and plan your arrival window around traffic. Make your reservation before the prime dining slots fill up.