{"id":69027,"date":"2026-04-01T13:47:28","date_gmt":"2026-04-01T09:47:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.dubaicityguide.com\/site\/?p=69027"},"modified":"2026-04-01T13:47:28","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T09:47:28","slug":"dubai-culture-champions-heritage-at-the-30th-dubai-world-cup","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.dubaicityguide.com\/site\/dubai-culture-champions-heritage-at-the-30th-dubai-world-cup\/","title":{"rendered":"Dubai Culture Champions Heritage At The 30th Dubai World Cup"},"content":{"rendered":"

Dubai<\/a> Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) placed Emirati culture and creativity at the heart of the 30th Dubai World Cup at Meydan Racecourse.Through its strategic partnership with Dubai Racing Club, the Authority used one of the world’s most prominent sporting stages to introduce audiences to the traditions and values that define UAE society, and to reinforce Dubai\u2019s position as a global centre for culture, an incubator for creativity, and a thriving hub for talent.<\/p>\n

Dubai Culture\u2019s presence at the event featured a series of artistic showcases and interactive experiences that brought Emirati identity to life, allowing visitors to engage with living heritage in vibrant, immersive settings, in line with the Authority\u2019s dedication to safeguarding local culture and raising its profile on the international stage.<\/p>\n

Saleh AlBreiki, Director of the Corporate Communication and Marketing Department at Dubai Culture, highlighted the Authority\u2019s rolein building bridges between cultures and reinforcing the arts as an effective driver of sustainable development. He said: \u201cThe Dubai World Cup represents a unique model of integration between culture and sport. It goes beyond the race to become a living space where ourheritage isshowcased within an experience that embodies national identity and reflects the depth of our traditions within a constantly evolving global context.\u201d<\/p>\n

AlBreiki added: \u201cOur participation reflects our commitment to growing the cultural and creative industries and spotlighting the vitality of the local artistic scene, bringing our work to a worldwide audience. It also provides a platform forhomegrowntalentto innovate and excel, amplifying their presence on the international stage and cementing Dubai\u2019s standing as a global hub for the creative economy.\u201d<\/p>\n

Dubai Culture rolled outa series of activations themed around the Dubai World Cup. Among the highlights was \u2018Equestrian Heritage,\u2019an immersive digital experience inspired by the book \u2018For the Love of Horses\u2019 by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, celebrating horsemanship as a defining element of Emirati identity. At the \u2018Roots &Origins\u2019 station, designer Feryal Abdulrazzaq showcased \u2018Cultural Saddle Textile,\u2019weaving together traditional attire and handicraft techniques to tell the story of Dubai’s journey from its desert roots to a city of the future. The station also featured an interactive experience tracing the origins of equestrian culture in the UAE and the enduring bond between the landscape, Bedouin life, and the Arabian horse.<\/p>\n

The Gallery and Achievements section brought together an archive of famous participating horses, past winners, and standout Dubai World Cup moments, alongside key milestones in Dubai Racing Club\u2019s legacy, presented through a visual sequence that captured the elegance and competitive spirit of the sport. The \u2018Three Foundation Thoroughbred Bloodlines\u2019 section paid tribute to the origins of purebred horses and their role in establishing the strength, speed, and pedigree of racing champions across generations. Artist Amna Alketbi\u2019s\u2018Flow of Spirit\u2019 drew on the symbols and landscape of Emirati identity, while Fatema (Fay) Alkaabi\u2019s collection transformed the movement of horses into woven visual symbols that combined tradition and contemporary design.<\/p>\n

The showcase also embraced traditional handicrafts: Al Talli embroidery, Al Khoos (palm frond) weaving, pottery, and leather tanning, each a cornerstone of daily life for generations. The\u2018La Talli\u2019 store offered a collection of handmade products and souvenirs celebrating the work of Emirati craftswomen and their dedication to keeping these traditions alive. \u2018Equistore\u2019featured a curated selection of brands championing performance, craftsmanship, and elegance across a fully integrated equestrian experience.<\/p>\n

Guests also savoured culinary experiences reflecting the richness of Emirati cuisine, curated by Chef Hanan Al-Dawla and twin chefs Abdulrahman and Maitha Al Hashimi, whose dishes brought traditional flavours to life through the warmth and generosity the UAE is known for.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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