Expo 2020 Dubai Tag

After a spectacular opening night, the public made their way to the Expo 2020 Dubai site today for the first glimpse of the greatest show on Earth.

From the rumbling percussion of the traditional Emirati Ayala dance starting the proceedings to the moving closing number by Andrea Bocelli, artists banded together to amplify the message of unity.

The star-studded ceremony will be streamed live to more than 430 locations across the UAE. Among those slated to perform are Andrea Bocelli, Andra Day, Ellie Goulding, Lang Lang, and Angelique Kidjo.

Expo 2020 Dubai released its official song titled “This Is Our Time” featuring Emirati singer Hussain Al-Jassmi accompanied by Lebanese-American Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Mayssa Karaa and Almas.

Global and regional talent includes Andrea Bocelli, Andra Day, Ellie Goulding, Mohamed Abdu, and Ahlam Alshamsi will perform at the opening ceremony.

Expo 2020 Dubai’s Design and Crafts Program has launched a platform, called MENASA, that is set to showcase the work of local and international designers, telling stories of the UAE through curated collections.

The passport will help visitors see as many pavilions as possible during the 182-day event. It will allow them to look back and relive the memories of their experiences.