Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Centre for Cultural Understanding

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The Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding is a cultural awareness platform in which expats and visitors to the UAE are invited to join in various cultural activities in a friendly welcoming environment hosted by local Emiratis. SMCCU is a cultural awareness platform in which expats and visitors to the UAE are invited to join in various cultural activities in a friendly welcoming environment hosted by local Emiratis.

03/04/2026

In the UAE… everyone is Emirati.
Not by passport… but by heart.

From every corner of the world, we came with dreams… and found a home.

Different languages… different cultures…
but one spirit.

We celebrate together, we grow together, we stand together.

Because here… belonging isn’t given by where you’re from, it’s felt in how you live.

In the UAE… everyone is Emirati.🇦🇪🤍 🇦🇪

His Excellency Ahmed Darwish Al Muhairi, Director General of the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department in...
02/04/2026

His Excellency Ahmed Darwish Al Muhairi, Director General of the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department in Dubai, welcomed His Excellency Abdullah bin Essa Al Serkal, Director of the Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Centre for Cultural Understanding, where they discussed the strong ties between the two entities and explored areas of mutual cooperation to further strengthen their partnership and achieve their shared goals.

استقبل سعادة أحمد درويش المهيري، المدير العام لدائرة الشؤون الإسلامية والعمل الخيري بدبي، سعادة عبدالله بن عيسى السركال، مدير مركز الشيخ محمد بن راشد آل مكتوم للتواصل الحضاري، حيث جرى خلال اللقاء مناقشة العلاقات الأخوية بين الجهتين، واستعراض أوجه التعاون المشترك بما يسهم في تعزيز الشراكة وتحقيق الأهداف المشتركة.

30% OFF Emirati cultural experiences 🇦🇪Exclusive for Emirates Platinum Card holders.• 30% off all SMCCU programs• Free J...
25/03/2026

30% OFF Emirati cultural experiences 🇦🇪

Exclusive for Emirates Platinum Card holders.

• 30% off all SMCCU programs
• Free Jumeirah Mosque visit

Valid until 30 April 2026.

🌐 cultures.ae
✉️ [email protected]
📞/💬 +971 4 353 6666

Bring someone along. On us. 🇦🇪Discover authentic Emirati culture at SMCCU through traditional meals, cultural programs, ...
23/03/2026

Bring someone along. On us. 🇦🇪

Discover authentic Emirati culture at SMCCU through traditional meals, cultural programs, and open conversations with Emirati presenters in our historic Majlis. Don’t just visit. Experience it.

For a limited time:
Buy 1 Get 1 Free on all public programs.

🌐 cultures.ae
✉️ [email protected]
📞/💬 +971 4 353 6666

عيد مبارك من مركز الشيخ محمد بن راشد آل مكتوم للتواصل الحضاريEid Mubarak from the Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum ...
19/03/2026

عيد مبارك من مركز الشيخ محمد بن راشد آل مكتوم للتواصل الحضاري

Eid Mubarak from the Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Centre for Cultural Understanding

19/03/2026

As Ramadan comes to a close 🌙
We look back on evenings filled with connection, culture, and meaningful conversations.

From the mosque visit to the Iftar table, each moment reflected the spirit of authentic Emirati hospitality.

Thank you for being part of this journey. Until next Ramadan… 🤍

🌐 cultures.ae
📧 [email protected]
📞 04 353 6666

18/03/2026

This is the meaning of the Adhan, the call to prayer 🕌 🤲🏼

Note: the literal translation to Allahu Akbar is God is greater. The word Akbar is the comparative form of "great," so it literally means "greater," implying "greater than everything" or "greater than all else.

16/03/2026

February in Review ✨ | 2026

Another month of welcoming guests, hosting school programs, and creating meaningful cultural dialogue.

Thank you to everyone who continues to open doors and open minds with us 🤍🇦🇪

12/03/2026

Bring an authentic Emirati cultural dimension to your next event 🇦🇪

SMCCU partners with leading events and venues across the UAE to deliver authentic Emirati cultural activations — from live heritage demonstrations to curated cultural experiences for exhibitors, buyers, and VIP guests.

Contact us at 📧 [email protected] or 📞 04 353 6666

Ramadan is a time for gathering, reflection, and meaningful conversations.We continue welcoming guests to SMCCU each eve...
09/03/2026

Ramadan is a time for gathering, reflection, and meaningful conversations.

We continue welcoming guests to SMCCU each evening for our Ramadan Cultural Iftar.

Join us in Al Fahidi to share a meal, ask questions, and connect across cultures in a warm and welcoming setting.

✨Special offer: Buy 1 ticket, get 1 FREE (valid until 17 March
2026)

🕰️Daily | 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

We look forward to hosting you.

Address

House 26, Al Mussallah Road, Al Fahidi District, Bur Dubai
Dubai

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 20:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 20:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 20:00
Thursday 08:00 - 20:00
Friday 08:00 - 20:00
Saturday 08:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 20:00

Telephone

+97143536666

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