Harvest Festival – Al Wasl Plaza with Spooky Autumn Flair

The upcoming Harvest Festival – Fall Edition will be staged at Al Wasl Plaza, Expo City Dubai, a location that carries both symbolic and technical weight in Dubai’s event landscape.

Al Wasl Plaza is best known for its sweeping 130-metre-diameter dome, which towers to a height of about 67.5 metres. The structure is built with a trellis of steel and features a 360-degree projection surface — in fact, it recently entered the Guinness World Records as the world’s largest interactive immersive dome. The dome and plaza layout make Al Wasl a flexible amphitheater and interactive visitor hub.

In terms of capacity, publicly available information suggests the plaza can host around 2,700 people standing or 800 seated for smaller events.Another source lists a standing capacity of 3,000 and seated of 820. expocitydubai.com Some documentation from legacy Expo plans also cites much larger numbers: up to 34,000 people in its central event mode, or a transitional crowd flow of 60,000 people across the entire plaza area. These varied numbers highlight the flexibility of Al Wasl’s use.

Because the dome doubles as a projection canvas, the festival is well-placed to leverage immersive lighting, video mapping, and multi-sensory shows under the curved canopy.

When & How to Be There

The Harvest Festival – Fall Edition runs on October 31 and November 1, 2025, between 16:00 (4:00 pm) and 22:00 (10:00 pm) daily. Tickets are priced at AED 50 (inclusive of VAT). Children aged 3 and under enter free; people of determination and their caregivers also have free access. Activities and workshops are included in that admission fee (subject to availability).

Ticket holders are asked to dress in “spooky” costumes reflective of Halloween themes, though outfits must remain modest and not offensive. Strollers cannot be taken inside the plaza; they are to be parked outside. Photography and recording is allowed, and by entering, visitors consent to possible use of their images in promotional media.

Getting there:

• By car: Drive via Expo Rd (E77), onto Boulevard 2020, then take VSA 3 Road and Exhibition Boulevard to reach the plaza.
• By public transit: Take the Expo 2020 Metro Station (Route 2020 branch, Red Line), then it’s about a 10-minute walk to Al Wasl Plaza.
• By taxi / ride-hail: Direct access to the venue is viable and often simpler, especially in the evening.

As for weather, October in Dubai remains warm and mostly dry. Typical daytime highs hover around 33–36 °C (91–97 °F) with night lows around 22–25 °C (72–77 °F). Rain is rare in that period, and skies are usually clear or slightly hazy. On October 31, a historical average suggests sunny conditions with high around 33 °C and low around 24 °C, and 0 mm of rain.

Given the desert climate, evening temperatures can still feel warm — visitors should dress light, stay hydrated, and expect modest humidity.

What the Festival Brings — Activities & Atmosphere

Rather than a pure concert or theatrical show, Harvest Festival – Fall Edition is a family-oriented seasonal experience blending autumnal ambiance, Halloween motifs, artisan markets, workshops, games, and immersive décor.

Under the Al Wasl dome’s immersive visual environment, visitors will encounter a variety of themed activities like:

• Spider Hunt, Ghost Scooter Race, Haunted Bouncy Castle
• Pumpkin Sack Race, Great Mummy Challenge
• A vampire-led dance lesson projected on the dome’s 360° screens, helping kids learn spooky routines under dazzling visuals
• Arts & crafts workshops: Mask-making, spooky spider crafts, trick-or-treat bag creation and similar hands-on fun
• A retail and artisanal market selling seasonal produce, local artisan goods, and Halloween-themed décor and treats
• Multiple food and beverage stalls, including a licensed dining zone for adults to enjoy seasonal drinks in a festive setting

All of the above are included in the general ticket (unless supplies run out).

Notably, no single headline concert or star performance is listed in the publicly available event details. Instead, the festival leans on the immersive environment and many small-scale, family-friendly attractions rather than a singular musical act.

This edition is also branded as the opening act of “Al Wasl Season”, a broader festival series at Expo City Dubai that will include light-art shows, concerts, and cultural events throughout the season.

What to Know Before You Go

According to information compiled by FEW.ae editor, here are practical tips and caveats:

• Arrive early if you want to secure spots at popular workshops or limited crafts supplies, since many are first-come, first-served.
• Because of the warm evening, dress in light, breathable fabrics. Even after dusk, the temperature may remain in the mid-20s °C.
• Be aware that some guests may access the event under Al Wasl Season Passes, which grant free entry for one adult and one child per passholder.
• Parking may experience congestion during peak entry hours, so public transport or ride-hailing may be more efficient.
• Check for any updates on weather or program changes closer to the date — while October is generally dry, localized shifts or adjustments may occur.
• Because Al Wasl’s technology supports immersive visuals, expect light shows or projections synchronized with Halloween décor for full effect.
• Since there is no central headlining concert listed, the festival’s appeal rests on the cumulative atmosphere, décor, family engagement, and novelty of interacting under the dome.