Source : WAM
Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office, has announced the second edition of the ‘Dubai’s Best Decorated Ramadan Homes’ competition as part of the ‘Ramadan in Dubai’ campaign. The initiative is being organised in collaboration with Emarat Al Youm.
Now in its second year, the competition invites residents from across Dubai to transform their homes into vibrant reflections of the spirit of Ramadan. Participants are encouraged to redesign their home façades into striking illuminated displays that celebrate the values and traditions of the Holy Month.
Fifteen cash prizes will be awarded to winning entries. The first-place winner will receive AED100,000, followed by AED80,000 for second place, AED60,000 for third, AED40,000 for fourth, and AED20,000 for fifth. An additional 10 winners will each receive AED10,000.
Shaima Al Suwaidi, Director of Brand Dubai, said the competition reflects the city’s unique ability to blend heritage with contemporary creativity, turning a social custom into a shared civic moment. “Ramadan has always been a time when homes open their doors and hearts to family, friends and neighbours,” she said. “We’re excited to see that spirit expressed visually across the city through light, design and creativity inspired by Emirati traditions.
“Home decoration during the Holy Month is deeply connected to hospitality and community. What makes this initiative meaningful is how it extends that personal expression beyond the household. One illuminated façade encourages another. Entire streets begin to be decorated. Together, these individual gestures create a unified celebration, one that captures both the authenticity of our traditions and the creative energy that characterises Dubai today.”
Ibrahim Shukrallah, Editor-in-Chief of Emarat Al Youm, said: “We’re proud to collaborate with Brand Dubai on the second edition of this initiative, which brings media and community together in a meaningful way. We see our role as going beyond reporting the news to supporting initiatives that strengthen cultural identity and encourage positive community participation. ‘Dubai’s Best Decorated Ramadan Homes’ is not only about beautifully illuminated façades. It also reflects the family spirit, generosity and sense of togetherness that define the Holy Month. We’re pleased to support a competition that invites people to express the essence of the month in their own way, shaping the ambience of the city with their creativity.”
He noted that Emarat Al Youm will spotlight participating homes, capturing their displays to showcase Dubai’s Ramadan spirit.
Sara Merdas, Member of the Organising Committee of ‘Dubai’s Best Decorated Ramadan Homes’ competition, said the initiative is designed to maximise participation and community involvement. “We are extending an open invitation to residents across Dubai to create warm, welcoming neighbourhood spaces during Ramadan,” she said. “By transforming home façades into distinctive light displays, families can contribute to a collective atmosphere that reflects the spirit of the Holy Month. Community participation is central to this initiative, and every decorated home adds to the shared experience.”
The competition is open to homes located within the emirate of Dubai. Decorations must focus on front façades and incorporate lighting and decorative elements. Participants must submit a creatively produced video showcasing their decorations, highlighting themes linked to the ‘Year of Family.’ The video should be posted on the participant’s public Instagram account using the hashtag #Dubai_Best_Decorated_Ramadan_Homes_2026 and tagging @branddubai.
Submissions close on 11 March 2026.
