Ramadan Street Food Festival Returns to Karama, Dubai – Feb 19 to Mar 18, 2026

The 4th Ramadan Street Food Festival Returns to Karama-

Dubai’s Ramadan Street Food Festival is back for its fourth edition, running from February 19 to March 18, 2026. Bigger and better this year, the festival will feature 100 participating restaurants and food stalls spread across two main hubs: Flavour Lane and Culinary Crossroads at Karama Park.

Key Event Details-

• Location: Sheikh Hamdan Colony, Karama, Dubai, UAE

• Timing: Daily from Iftar (sunset) until 2:00 AM

• Entry: Free for the public

• Cuisine: South Asian (Indian, Pakistani) and Middle Eastern street food, with snacks starting at Dh5, including biryani, samosas, and kebabs

Festival Highlights & Schedule-

The 2026 festival is structured in two phases to maximize community engagement:

Phase 1 – Feb 19 to Feb 28:

Focuses on the food experience, with beautifully decorated restaurant fronts and local street dining vibes.

Phase 2 – Starts Mar 1:

The “Full Carnival” kicks in, adding live entertainment and interactive activities:

• Main Stage: Located in Karama Park, featuring live music, MC-led storytelling, and children’s entertainment

  • Weekdays: 9:15 PM – 10:30 PM

  • Weekends: 9:15 PM – 11:00 PM

• Community Iftars: 18 communal sessions with 30 picnic benches, seating up to 150 people on a first-come, first-served basis

• Friday Long Table: Weekly community dining event to connect residents and visitors

• Carnival Zone: Classic games like ring toss, smash the can, plus roaming acts including LED stilt walkers, Tanoura dancers, and henna artists

Celebrate Ramadan in Dubai-

As part of the broader Ramadan in Dubai program, the festival celebrates local culture, community connection, and affordable dining, creating a lively, family-friendly atmosphere for all residents and visitors.

Instagram: @karamafoodfest

This is the ultimate Ramadan foodie and cultural experience in Dubai – don’t miss it!