Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office, and Ferjan Dubai have announced the launch of the “Dubai’s Best Decorated Ramadan Homes” competition. The competition invites households in Dubai to showcase their creativity by adorning their homes with festive decorations and lighting throughout the Holy Month.
One can win prizes, and the range goes from AED100,000 for the first-place winner, AED60,000 for second place, and AED40,000 for third. Apart from the top three prizes, seven participants will win Umrah trips for two.
The competition reflects the ‘Year of the Community’ by promoting cultural heritage, strengthening societal bonds, and ensuring that traditions are preserved in impactful ways for both present and future generations.
Here are the guidelines to submit:
- The competition is open to Dubai residents only.
- Home facades must be decorated with lights and other decorations.
- The #RamadanInDubai logo can be incorporated into the decorations.
- Videos should creatively showcase the decorations while reflecting the theme of the “Year of the Community.”
- Entries must be uploaded as an Instagram Reel on the contestant’s public Instagram account.
- Tag @branddubai and @ferjan.dubai in the Instagram Reel post.
- Include the official hashtag #Dubai’s_Best_Decorated_Ramadan_Homes_2025 in the post.
Deadline:
- Submissions must be made by 21st March.
Judging Criteria:
- A panel will evaluate the most visually striking and innovative submissions.
- To ensure fair representation and encourage widespread participation, no two winners will be from the same neighborhood in Dubai.
Shaima Al Suwaidi, Director of Brand Dubai, shared, “Dubai is a city that thrives on the creativity and innovation of its community, with festive celebrations playing a key role in bringing people together.”
She added that this competition offers a unique opportunity for families to celebrate their traditions, engage with the wider community and create memorable experiences, noting,”By transforming their homes with festive decorations and lights, residents contribute to a collective celebration that extends beyond their doorsteps, strengthening social bonds in the city.”
Aliya Al Shamlan, CEO of Ferjan Dubai also shared, “With 2025 declared as the Year of the Community, we want to highlight the role of traditions in strengthening the social fabric of Dubai. Decorating homes is more than just a festive gesture, it’s a way for residents to express their identity and creativity, take pride in their surroundings, and contribute to an atmosphere of joy that extends across the city.”
Sarah Merdas, member of the #RamadanInDubai campaign team, added, “This initiative celebrates the creativity and community spirit that make Ramadan in Dubai so special. It’s an opportunity for residents to showcase their traditions while contributing to the festive atmosphere that brings neighbourhoods together. By participating, families not only add to the city’s visual charm but also create lasting memories that strengthen community bonds.”
