Tickets for the three-day event will go on sale soon.
After a landmark debut, the Tanweer Festival returns to the golden dunes of Mleiha, Sharjah from 21 to 23 November 2025, and was envisioned by Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, a key contributor to the rapid development of Sharjah. Promising a deeper, more immersive experience that fuses music, art, and cultural dialogue under the stars, Tanweer invites seekers, thinkers, and creatives to explore a shared journey of
Inspired by values of spiritual growth, sustainability, and human connection, the 2025 edition of Tanweer (meaning enlightenment in Arabic) Festival is themed “What You Seek Is Seeking You”, a quote by the beloved poet and mystic Rumi. His teachings infuse every element of the festival, guiding its mission to reconnect humanity with itself and with the Earth. Tickets are on sale soon, and here’s what you need to know.
Music, meditation and mindfulness
The Main Stage at Tanweer Festival will host ancestral music, ambient performances, and awe-inspiring desert projections, while The Dome becomes a centre for thoughtful discourse and workshops. The Tree of Life offers a peaceful place for meditation and gathering, and Nourish serves organic, locally sourced cuisine, including vegan dishes and traditional Bedouin barbecues. Guests can also browse The Marketplace, a curated selection of handmade artisanal goods, and admire striking art installations spread across the sands. Anticipate an extraordinary festival experience featuring internationally renowned world artists in captivating concerts, rejuvenating ancient body-mind practices like breathwork and Zikr (remembrance).
Immersion in nature and culture
Organisers are making this three-day event unforgettable by offering meaningful add-ons like camping under the stars, horse riding, and moon gazing. Festivalgoers can also partake in guided excursions to Jebel Buhais and the Mleiha Archaeological Centre, a repository of prehistoric relics that offer comprehensive insights into the country’s post-Iron Age human settlement history.
A festival that leaves no trace
Tanweer remains firmly committed to sustainability. As a no-single-use-plastic event, it incorporates composting, reusable items, and zero-waste food stations throughout its programming. Education around sustainability is interwoven into the experience, encouraging guests to honour the land with the same reverence they bring to the stage.
The awe-inspiring Mleiha Archaeological Site, bathed in golden sunlight, will serve as the backdrop for this extraordinary event. A gathering of talented artists from around the globe will all tune into a singular message – the revival of our ancestral traditions through songs and traditional tunes.
Tickets for the Tanweer Festival will go on sale soon.
GO: Visit www.tanweerfestival.com for tickets and more information.