From breathtaking stage performances to awe-inspiring interactive activities, the Mother of the Nation Festival is charged with an irresistible energy that has already captivated thousands of visitors.

Organised by Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority (TCA Abu Dhabi) and held along Abu Dhabi Corniche till 4th April, the second edition of the Mother of the Nation Festival highlights the values of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak and the importance of family coherence and cultural understanding across UAE society.

The activities and performances that surround the Festival incorporate values of tolerance, sustainability and above all, happiness. Here are ten things you should not miss at the Festival this year:

1. Pokémon: Symphonic Evolutions: The globally famous must-see video game concert, Pokémon: Symphonic Evolutions is, expectedly, one of the highlights of the Festival. Fans can experience the evolution of the Pokémon franchise like never before at the Main Stage. The spectacular concert is a tribute to the memorable music of the Pokémon franchise which is showcased through a unique orchestral event, and invites fans to relive some of their fondest memories of the beloved video games.

2. Lagoon Walkers: Imagine an expanse of water. Now image being able to walk on it! At the Lagoon Walkers, which is a part of the Happiness Zone, children and adults can experience this unique adventurous activity where they enter a round sphere within the lagoon and are free to roll, flip, toss and twirl.

3. Astronomy Star Gazing: The galactic expanse of the universe can be viewed through experienced eyes at the Astronomy Star Gazing Planetarium, which is part of the Progress Zone. Visitors can connect back to ancient navigational methods through state-of-the-art telescopes while the experienced astronomy team of Al Sadeem provides tips on identifying constellations and planets.

4. PixelPyros: This exciting one-of-a-kind digital firework display can be controlled by its viewers and has already been bookmarked by families and individuals as a must-visit site. As part of the Main Stage schedule, visitors can set off fireworks simply by using motion sensors. The large-scale light installation generates fireworks using lasers, which are then projected onto a large state of the art screen, creating an atmosphere of grandiosity.

5. Grow Your Own: As a part of the Happiness Zone, at Grow Your Own, the interactive activities serve a twofold purpose: children learn to work in teams while also understanding the importance of growing food. Younger members of the family are provided with organic seeds of a variety of fruits and vegetables and given their own individual pot, which they can even take home at the end of the day.

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