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New 'Tamrat Al Bayt' Cup to Spotlight Home-Grown Dates at Dubai Date Festival 2026
The Hamdan Bin Mohammed Heritage Center has announced the launch of a new competition category titled the ' Tamrat Al Bayt' Cup , set to debut at the Dubai Date Festival 2026. Revealed during a press conference at the Center's headquarters, the initiative aims to deepen public appreciation for the cultural and symbolic value of the palm tree in Emirati heritage.
H.E. Abdullah Hamdan bin Dalmook, CEO of the Center, unveiled the new addition alongside department leaders and media representatives. The 'Tamrat Al Bayt' Cup will focus exclusively on home-grown dates nurtured within private residences, encouraging community members to participate more actively and preserve traditional agricultural practices. The announcement provides participants with a full preparation season ahead of next year's festival.
In addition to this new competition, the Dubai Date Festival 2026 will include a high-end auction featuring some of the UAE's finest palm tree varieties. This auction will be conducted in partnership with Emirates Auction and will run across the seven days of the event.
Another exciting highlight of the upcoming festival is the introduction of a competition dedicated to the rare and premium 'Hilwat Dubai' variety—one of the most prized date types in the region. This further adds to the event's mission of showcasing and preserving local date cultivation, while creating a space for agricultural excellence and cultural exchange.
The new initiatives reflect the Center's ongoing efforts to preserve UAE heritage while creating interactive platforms that engage both local growers and the wider community.
News Source: Dubai Media Office
