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Guests can opt for other packages that include access to specific attractions
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Mother of the Nation, or MOTN, is an annual community event that launched in 2016. All photos: Victor Besa / The National
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MOTN is a tribute to family and community
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The festival takes place along the Abu Dhabi Corniche
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This year, the festival is conceptually divided into four zones: Thrill, Amuse, Indulge and Entertain
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Attractions aside, MOTN is also known for bringing international food vendors to the capital
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The festival runs until December 31
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It is open to all age groups
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Visitors can expect a wide range of experiences, from art and music to food and rides
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Tickets to the festival start at Dh30
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Guests can opt for other packages that include access to specific attractions
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Mother of the Nation, or MOTN, is an annual community event that launched in 2016. All photos: Victor Besa / The National
![](https://thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com/resizer/v2/OPMC6VAHANB7FM7TTWBCTADYNU.jpg?smart=true&auth=397d2dc04f73b48c22940897c8d8641ef17344ff57c3bf7b2d091916489e253b&width=400&height=225)
MOTN is a tribute to family and community
![](https://thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com/resizer/v2/2RNVJ7ZCLVGLNGIS2NI4ZPQXHI.jpg?smart=true&auth=be34979fa2e209fa3637359421452a9b84eb66cd609f2d40f3844a852332f924&width=400&height=225)
The festival takes place along the Abu Dhabi Corniche
![](https://thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com/resizer/v2/L4FSFBNBJJGUZF22RYI5XOHREI.jpg?smart=true&auth=96fc7165e6067fe5043f011f697a671a9a43e9fc38b24c0ce37ffc9f930bfcac&width=400&height=225)
This year, the festival is conceptually divided into four zones: Thrill, Amuse, Indulge and Entertain
![](https://thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com/resizer/v2/53ILXY23SJH3LDF7PSDSEHQKHI.jpg?smart=true&auth=8f738837475b9ae3c95b1f5ef4dcfe7ecda36833917550947f6648ba03c2915d&width=400&height=225)
Attractions aside, MOTN is also known for bringing international food vendors to the capital
![](https://thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com/resizer/v2/VZQ4QDXR6VFZXKHQTSGYWY4MHU.jpg?smart=true&auth=4884e03a359b13493bf63e0aa9bd0ebd08a730f3f86ae0bc0b394540f3ad5219&width=400&height=225)
The festival runs until December 31
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It is open to all age groups
![](https://thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com/resizer/v2/ZELJPEE3YNC23I4G2JDL5WXXCA.jpg?smart=true&auth=86fc08584d0b3b3f3a41e226cbc6b0b16b8bd77a60ce449e2f1dd89a5848bafc&width=400&height=225)
Visitors can expect a wide range of experiences, from art and music to food and rides
![](https://thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com/resizer/v2/EWQ6LIW62RDIJCT5EFX7ICQTCU.jpg?smart=true&auth=b24b789ea323801bf0f4675b05d16fd9ab548fef94ca37d3d76d194156da1094&width=400&height=225)
Tickets to the festival start at Dh30
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Guests can opt for other packages that include access to specific attractions
Mother of the Nation returns with Upside Down Museum and international food pop-ups
The event, taking place at the Abu Dhabi Corniche, runs until December 31
One Carlo Diaz
09 December, 2023
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