Expo News and Updates | Expo 2020 Dubai

Al Wasl at sunset on the final day of Expo 2020 Dubai

Expo 2020 Dubai boosts economy by awarding AED 6.8 billion of contracts to SMEs

A quarter of all contracts awarded, in value, went to SMEs, while approximately two-thirds of those SMEs were UAE-based

25 APR 2022 • 2 min read •

Retail & Merchandise

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Dubai hotel occupancy hits 15 year high thanks to Expo 2020 Dubai

Rates hit a peak of 96 per cent on 24 March in the final week of the six-month event, the highest since 2007

21 APR 2022 • 2 min read •

Business & Entrepreneurship

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Bringing Expo 2020 to the world: Legacy lives on through Virtual Expo

Fans can continue to enjoy Expo 2020’s attractions through virtualexpodubai.com, which will be handed to the BIE for use by future hosts

11 APR 2022 • 3 min read •

Innovation & Technology

UAE schools propels future generations to carry Expo 2020 Dubai’s legacy forward

The Expo School Programme saw over one million students from across the UAE visit the site for a one-in-a-lifetime educational experience

06 APR 2022 • 3 min read •

Country Pavilions & Exhibitions

Vision Pavilion, a tribute to HH Sheikh Mohammed, will live on in Expo’s legacy

Developed in secret, the pavilion shows transformation of HH Sheikh Mohammed from boy to visionary leader and will continue as a cultural asset

06 APR 2022 • 5 min read •

Arts & Culture

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FIBA 3x3 Basketball Tournament at the Expo Sports Arena

Over 30,000 events contribute to Expo 2020 Dubai’s blockbuster sporting legacy

From some of the greatest athletes to training camps for children, more than 500,000 participants made Dubai the most active World Expo ever

05 APR 2022 • 4 min read •

Live Events & Performances

The future of managing waste: Expo 2020 Dubai and partners set a new benchmark

Event set a number of sustainability targets, which were achieved with help from partners like PepsiCo, Dulsco

04 APR 2022 • 4 min read •

Sustainability

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From sport and music stars to activists: Expo 2020 Dubai impresses the world

Cristiano Ronaldo, Malala Yousafzai and Alicia Keys were among the top names to visit the site over the six months

03 APR 2022 • 4 min read •

Live Events & Performances

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Visitors watch the Expo 2020 Dubai Closing Ceremony Fireworks over Al Wasl

Over 24 million visits as Expo 2020 Dubai connects minds and creates the future

Success is a defining moment for Dubai, shows what can be achieved when humanity comes together despite all odds

02 APR 2022 • 2 min read •

Country Pavilions & Exhibitions

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Japan learns from Expo 2020 Dubai as it looks to Expo 2025 Osaka Kansai

Japan Pavilion takes inspiration and ideas from Dubai as it prepares to host the next World Expo

21 MAR 2022 • 1 min read •

Country Pavilions & Exhibitions

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A legacy of lasting memories: Expo 2020 Dubai guests share their special moments

Guests of all ages and nationalities have shared the lasting lasting impact Expo visits had on them and their loved ones

16 MAR 2022 • 4 min read •

Live Events & Performances

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Things are heating up with Expo Eats Awards, Restaurant Week and BBQ Festival

Embark on an eclectic culinary journey with Expo Restaurant Week, a smoking hot BBQ Festival, and vote for your top choices with the Expo Eats Awards.

24 FEB 2022 • 2 min read •

Food & Beverage

Infinite Nights: Coldplay – Fake tickets being sold

Expo 2020 Dubai is aware that some free tickets for Coldplay's concert on 15 February are being re-sold for money online.

12 FEB 2022 • 1 min read •

Country Pavilions & Exhibitions

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Expo 2020 Dubai’s 20 top tech innovations

From 3D-printed food to the world’s first compressed-air train, Expo 2020 is packed with next-generation tech

12 JAN 2022 • 1 min read •

Innovation & Technology

From moon rocks to ancient manuscripts: Explore Expo 2020’s top 20 artefacts

Expo 2020 Dubai is home to a multitude of fascinating artefacts from around the world

12 JAN 2022 • 1 min read •

Arts & Culture

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Myriam Fares and Amit Trivedi concerts postponed until 2022

Concert Updates - 28 Dec 2021

28 DEC 2021 • 1 min read •

Live Events & Performances

Your jolly season sorted – courtesy of Expo 2020’s Festive Pass

A month of fun – from Jubilee celebrations to holiday cheer – all for AED 95

27 NOV 2021 • 3 min read •

Live Events & Performances

Your jolly season sorted – courtesy of Expo 2020’s Festive Pass

A month of fun – from Jubilee celebrations to holiday cheer – all for AED 95

27 NOV 2021 • 3 min read •

Live Events & Performances

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