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9/8/25, 4:51 PM Fujairah to host 4th Al Bader Festival on September 11, featuring extensive international participation
This year's Al Bader Festival will feature extensive participation from both

Arab and international artists and a diverse range of events and activities

that combine Islamic culture, art, and creativity.

The 2025 edition of the festival will celebrate the launch of 15 publications

from the inaugural Al Bader Grant. The 15 books are divided into three main

categories. The first category features five books that present the noble

biography of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in a contemporary style,

making the Seerah more accessible to today's readers.

The second one consists of five poetry collections praising the Prophet

Muhammad (PBUH) and highlighting his noble character and virtues.

Lastly, the third category features five books aimed at children and young

readers, presenting the Seerah in a simplified and inspiring manner. All

publications will be available for purchase at the Al Bader store throughout

the festival.

The festival will include various activities such as storytelling sessions for

children and youth, Poetry reading session that celebrates the beauty of

prophetic praise, and a panel discussion featuring researchers and

creatives. Additionally, the event will showcase spiritual musical

performances (Inshad) by a selection of renowned Arab artists and musical

ensembles, with a special performance by Lotfi Bouchnak, an artist from

Tunisia.

Dr. Hamad Abdulrahman Al Buqaishi, Secretary General of the Al Bader

Initiative, said: "The festival's opening ceremony will feature a unique

artistic and theatrical operetta performed by school students from Fujairah.

Furthermore, there will be a series of art workshops led by prominent Arab

and international artists, specialising in Islamic arts, providing an

educational and creative experience for visitors and participants."

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