Dubai: The World Expo 2020 Dubai venue is all set to be transformed and unlocked as Expo City Dubai in October 2022.
The new city will be an ideal smart and futuristic destination for business and innovation, driven by sustainability, innovation, education and entertainment.
Brothers and Sisters, after the historical success of Expo 2020 Dubai, which was visited by more than 24 million visitors, and which left an indelible mark in the 170-year history of World Expositions, today we announce the transformation of the exhibition site into Expo City Dubai, a city that represents the most beautiful ambitions of Dubai.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
The Ruler of Dubai further added that, “Expo City Dubai will be an environmentally-friendly city, one friendly to families, to the economy, and to future generations. A city connected to a port and two airports, and also to beautiful memories in the hearts and minds of millions of people. A city in which the magic of Expo will live on: Al Wasl will continue to shine, the waterfall will continue to delight, and the UAE, Alif and Terra pavilions will continue to fascinate visitors of all ages.”
“This new city will be home to an extraordinary new museum, a world-class exhibition center, and the headquarters of cutting edge and fast-growing companies. It will continue to host the pavilions of Saudi Arabia, Morocco, Egypt, and others. It will be a city that embodies the dreams of every city, and one which continues to bring joy to our children, our families, and all those we love,” Sheikh Mohammed shared.
THE CITY
The legacy plan of Expo 2020 Dubai and part of the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, the Expo City Dubai builds on the momentum and resounding success of the 6-month World Expo to create an environmentally-friendly, tech-enabled city of the future.
THE REOPENING
Upon opening on 1st October 2022, the City feature a number of Expo 2020 Dubai’s flagship pavilions, entertainment and technology offerings, while also carrying forward the event’s magic, energy and excitement.
With an array of diverse attractions, the comprehensive city will feature offices, leisure facilities, food and entertainment venues, sports facilities and a mall.
It will be reachable by the Dubai Metro and will also house the world-class Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC), a sought-after venue that hosted a range of global summits, conferences and concerts during Expo 2020 Dubai, DEC will continue to host a range of conferences, events and activations.
THE FAN FAVORITES
Al Wasl Plaza, the Garden in the Sky Observation Tower and the Surreal Water Feature, the 3 most visited attractions during the World Expo 2020 are set to be kept intact.
On the other hand, Alif, the Mobility Pavilion and Terra, the Sustainability Pavilion, will live on as interactive educational experiences.
Later in the year, the Opportunity Pavilion will become the Expo 2020 Dubai Museum – a new addition highlighting the history and impact of World Expos and celebrating the success of the six-month event.
Other attractions which will be retained include the Woman’s Pavilion, featuring female change-makers across the world, and the Vision Pavilion, celebrating the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid.
Visitors will also be able to explore the falcon-inspired UAE Pavilion and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Pavilion.
National Pavilions of Luxembourg, Australia, Pakistan, India, Morocco, Egypt and other are also expected to be reworked once the City opens for Public. Relevant details will be announced in the coming months.
Free of Single Use Plastic, the Expo City Dubai will retain 80 percent of infrastructure and buildings that have been constructed, including 123 LEED-certified buildings, symbolizing the highest levels of sustainable design, construction and operations.
The City will also be the 1st WELL-certified community in the region, demonstrating the built environment’s positive impact on health and wellness.
Expo City Dubai has already attracted interest from numerous commercial tenants. The City will soon house the new headquarters of DP World, Siemens, as well as start-ups and Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs).