The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi brings exciting 10-day line-up of fun, food, art and music to UAE capital’s Corniche from December 9 – 18
Abu Dhabi, Business News: Families and fun-seekers will be flocking to Abu Dhabi’s Corniche from tomorrow as the hugely popular Mother of the Nation (MOTN) Festival makes its much-anticipated return to the UAE capital.
Organised by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), and running from December 9 – 18, the event will include unmissable attractions such as performances by renowned international and regional artists, a symphony of global flavours served up by well-known food vendors, unique activations for all ages, a dedicated shopping district featuring luxury retail brands and much, much more.
The extravaganza will provide residents and tourists with access to a host of extraordinary activities across six zones, along with plenty of instagrammable opportunities. In addition, to ensure the safety of visitors, vendors and organisers, the MOTN Festival will comply with the Go Safe Certification, a pioneering programme launched by DCT Abu Dhabi to enforce global standards of hygiene at hotels, events, attractions and venues across the emirate.
Inspire Space
Instagram fame awaits people in the Inspire Space, with some of the most picturesque displays curated to surely make their way onto your profiles and feeds.
| MOTN Basketball Hub | Animenia | MOTN Funhouse | The Dessert Museum |
| Pan-N-Ice (Food vendor) | DOH (Food vendor) | % Arabica (Food vendor) | Glow Sushi Bar (Food vendor) |
Amusement Park
Get ready for plenty of family fun with a glimpse into some of the best amusement parks in the world and access a series of exciting games, carnival rides, engaging workshops, and more for all age groups.
| World of Nickelodeon | Diggers Lab | Venetian Carousel | Samba Balloon |
| City Hopper | Bumper Cars | Skill Games | Play Park |
| Kids Workshops | Arts & Crafts | Sopranos (Food vendor) |
Food Hub
The Food Hub will feature a curated menu by global and local F&B vendors offering gastronomical experiences to suit every visitor. There will also be a larger-than-life art installation by Daniel Popper, and a stage showcasing the best local musicians and DJs.
| Burger and Beyond | Matcha Mama Tulum | Mattar Farm | Sakura Sushi |
| Shawarma Stations | Dibba Bay Oysters | La Patrona | Eiswelt Gelato |
| Vicolo | Fatta | High Joint | Nap Pizzeria |
| Sola Restaurant & Café | M’oishi | Addicted | Mr. Brisket |
Shopping District
Featuring an array of retail options, including a dedicated section for high-end luxury brands, including pre-loved pieces by Balmain, Dior, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, among others.
| The Studio by Cultural Couture | Sencillo | Rebelz of Society | Strings & Beads |
| Savanna Creation | Hanadi’s | Shop RETOLD | Imaara Jewellery |
| Hathi Store | Marami Jewellery | Blac | Sana Al Maktoum Fine Jewellery |
| All Over | My Korean Products | Oud Alkhoori | Sandaly |
| Nene Yaya | Sisters of Afrika | B by Mahsa | Rula Galayini |
| Pop Up Concepts | Sarah’s Bag | Arcadia | Riot |
| Thowby | Mishmashi | EL&N London (Food vendor) |
Thrill Zone
For every visitor who needs a dose of action, the Thrill Zone is designed for you to experience adrenaline-pumping adventures.
| MOTN Futsal | Gaming Hub | Horror Escape Rooms | Wild Trail |
| Rick & Morty Laser Tag | The Smash Room | Parkour | Skate Park |
| Kingston 21 (Food vendor) | FOMO (Food vendor) | Acai Hub (Food vendor) |
Music Arena
The festival’s Main Stage within the Music Arena will bring the event to life through spectacular performances by renowned international stars along with a fine selection of regional artists.
| Sherine | Miami Band | |||
| Mohamed Al Salim | Mahmoud Al Turky | Khalid Fouad | Pinza (Food vendor) | |
Tickets are now on sale through the official ticketing partner www.ticketmaster.ae.
Ticket categories include:
- General Admission (ages 4-59): AED 25 (online) and AED 30 (at the door); includes access to all free zones and attractions.
- Zone passes:
| The Amusement Day Pass (Ideal for families with children under 12) | The Thrills Day Pass (Ideal for teenagers, young adults and families with children over 12) | The World of Nickelodeon Day Pass (Ideal for families with children under 12) |
| 75 AED Online 80 AED At the door | 95 AED Online 100 AED At the door | 85 AED Online 95 AED At the door |
| This ticket gives you access to: All free zones and attractionsAll Amusement Park attractions, except World of NickelodeonAll Amusement Park workshops | This ticket gives you access to: All free zones and attractionsAll Thrill Zone games and experiences | This ticket gives you access to: All free zones and attractionsThe World of Nickelodeon |
- Concert Passes:
For Sherine and The Kid LAROI (Opening Act: Faouzia):
| Silver | Gold | VIP |
| AED 125 (online) AED 135 (at the door) | AED 295 (online) AED 305 (at the door) | AED 495 (online) AED 505 (at the door) |
Includes access to: Concert Silver zoneAll free zones and attractions | Includes access to: Concert Gold zoneAll free zones and attractions | Includes access to: Concert VIP zoneAll free zones and attractions |
For local and regional favourites:
| Silver | Gold | VIP |
| AED 75 (online) AED 85 (at the door) | AED 125 (online) AED 135 (at the door) | AED 195 (online) AED 205 (at the door) |
Includes access to: Concert Silver zoneAll free zones and attractions | Includes access to: Concert Gold zoneAll free zones and attractions | Includes access to: Concert VIP zoneAll free zones and attractions |
- All Access Pass (ideal for all ages):
| Day Pass | Day Pass Fast-Track | 10-Day Pass | 10-Day Pass Fast-Track |
| AED 145 Online | AED 295 Online | AED 495 Online | AED 895 Online |
| AED 150 At the door | AED 300 At the door | AED 505 At the door | AED 905 At the door |
| This ticket includes access to: All free zones and attractions All Amusement Park attractions, except World of Nickelodeon All Amusement Park workshops All Thrill Zone games and experiences |
All Access World of Nickelodeon (ideal for all ages):
| Day Pass | 10-Day Pass |
| AED 175 Online | AED 580 Online |
| AED 185 At the door | AED 600 At the door |
| This ticket includes access to: All free zones and attractions World of Nickelodeon All Amusement Park attractions All Amusement Park workshops All Thrill Zone games and experiences |
Health and Safety Guidelines
In line with the government regulations, the following guidelines apply to all visitors attending the MOTN Festival:
- Attendees aged 16 years and above must show vaccinated status and the ‘Green Pass’ on the Al Hosn app.
- Attendees below the age of 16 years do not require a PCR test.
- DPI tests will not be accepted.
Held at the Abu Dhabi Corniche, MOTN 2021 will run from December 9 – 18, from 4pm to midnight during weekdays, and from 2pm to midnight on weekends.
Visit www.motn.ae and follow its social media channels for updates on the festival timings, prices and latest news.
