Dubai Miracle Garden opens 15th season with weekly themes, runs until May 2027
In short
Sheikh Theyab bin Tahnoon bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, chairman of Miracle Group, inaugurated the 15th season of Dubai Miracle Garden on October 8 under the theme "Fifteen Years, Blooming Together". The season runs until May 31, 2027 and, for the first time, introduces a new theme each week. Outlets give different flower counts, from more than 150 million to more than 200 million.
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Sheikh Theyab bin Tahnoon bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, chairman of Miracle Group, inaugurated the 15th season of Dubai Miracle Garden on October 8, 2026, WAM reported. The season runs under the theme "Fifteen Years, Blooming Together" until May 31, 2027. The inauguration was attended by Hamdan Al Kaabi, vice chairman of Miracle Group, Mohammed Zaher Hammadih, the group's CEO, senior executives and representatives from Dubai's tourism and hospitality sectors. [ 1 , 2 , 4 , 5 , 6 ]
WAM and The National reported that the season features more than 200 million flowers across 72,000 square metres. Emirates 24|7 put the figure at nearly 200 million flowers from 150 varieties, while a Gulf News weekend guide said the garden has more than 150 million flowers. The National reported more than 150 varieties and said the garden featured more than 150 million flowers last season. WAM described the garden as the world's largest natural flower garden. [ 1 , 2 , 4 , 5 , 6 ]
For the first time, the garden will introduce a new theme each week, reflecting the national and cultural calendar, according to WAM. The opening months will focus on wellness, culture and community, with activities marking Pink October, United Nations Day, UAE Flag Day and Diwali, as well as live music, family activities and fitness events as part of the Dubai Fitness Challenge. Events will also mark Commemoration Day and Eid Al Etihad. Hammadih told Emirates 24|7 that the weekly themes will include Diwali, UAE national holidays and Valentine's Day, and that residents can enter free on their birthday. [ 2 , 4 , 5 , 6 ]
"Over its fifteen seasons, Dubai Miracle Garden has grown alongside Dubai, becoming part of the memories of its residents and visitors," Sheikh Theyab said, adding that the season is dedicated to the community, particularly families and residents who return year after year. Hammadih said: "As we mark our 15th season, Dubai Miracle Garden continues to bring people together through shared experiences." [ 2 , 4 , 5 ]
The garden is open daily from 9am to 9pm. Gulf News reported that residents with a valid Emirates ID pay Dh70 for adults and Dh50 for children, general admission is Dh100 for adults and Dh80 for children, under-3s enter free, and a combo ticket with the Dubai Butterfly Garden costs Dh140, with prices excluding VAT. The National gave Dh80 for children aged 3 to 12 and Dh100 for those older than 12. Emirates 24|7 said residents again receive a 30% discount. [ 1 , 2 , 6 ]
According to The National, the garden opened in 2013 and has welcomed millions of visitors. Returning installations include the Guinness World Record Emirates A380 floral installation, made from more than 500,000 flowers and plants, the Smurfs Village and the Floating Lady sculpture. Gulf News gave its location as Al Barsha South 3. [ 1 , 6 ]
Why it matters
The National described the garden as one of Dubai's best-known outdoor attractions, and the reopening was covered by the official news agency WAM as well as several business outlets. The weekly programme is tied to the UAE's national and cultural calendar, and residents get discounted tickets and free entry on their birthday, according to Emirates 24|7.
Key facts
- Sheikh Theyab bin Tahnoon bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, chairman of Miracle Group, inaugurated the garden's 15th season on October 8, 2026. [ 2 , 4 , 5 ]
- The season runs under the theme "Fifteen Years, Blooming Together" until May 31, 2027. [ 4 , 5 , 6 ]
- The garden covers 72,000 square metres. [ 1 , 4 , 5 , 6 ]
- For the first time, a new theme will be introduced each week of the season. [ 4 , 5 , 6 ]
- Residents can enter free on their birthday. [ 2 , 3 ]
- The garden is open daily from 9am to 9pm; general admission is Dh100 for adults and Dh80 for children, with under-3s free. [ 1 , 6 ]
Confirmed by several sources
- Dubai Miracle Garden opened its 15th season on October 8, 2026, inaugurated by Sheikh Theyab bin Tahnoon bin Mohammed Al Nahyan. [ 1 , 2 , 4 , 5 ]
- The season runs until May 31, 2027 under the theme "Fifteen Years, Blooming Together". [ 4 , 5 , 6 ]
- The garden covers 72,000 square metres. [ 1 , 4 , 6 ]
- The season will have weekly themes, with activities marking Pink October, United Nations Day, UAE Flag Day and Diwali, and events for Commemoration Day and Eid Al Etihad. [ 2 , 4 , 6 ]
- Fitness activities will be held as part of the Dubai Fitness Challenge. [ 2 , 4 , 6 ]
- Residents can enter free on their birthday. [ 2 , 3 ]
- The garden is open daily from 9am to 9pm. [ 1 , 6 ]
Still unclear
- How many flowers the garden has this season. WAM and The National say more than 200 million, Emirates 24|7 says nearly 200 million, and a Gulf News weekend guide says more than 150 million; The National says last season had more than 150 million.
- How many flower varieties are on display. Emirates 24|7 says 150 varieties, while The National says more than 150.
- The conditions for free birthday entry. The outlets reporting it give no details on how it works.
What local media are saying
Timeline, local time
- October 8: Gulf News lists the garden's reopening that day in a weekend guide. [ 1 ]
- October 8: Emirates 24|7 reports the opening of the 15th season and free birthday entry. [ 2 ]
- October 8: Gulf News reports the reopening with free birthday tickets and weekly celebrations. [ 3 ]
- October 8: WAM reports Sheikh Theyab bin Tahnoon's inauguration of the 15th season. [ 4 ]
- October 9: The National reports the reopening with more than 200 million flowers. [ 6 ]