Freedom 250 Great American State Fair Initiative - Abu Dhabi
The U.S. Embassy Abu Dhabi seeks proposals to design and run a three-day American State Fair in Abu Dhabi, showcasing U.S. culture, business, and innovation to strengthen U.S.-UAE ties and celebrate 250 years of independence.
Funder: U.S. Mission to United Arab Emirates
Due Dates: August 10, 2026: Full application submission deadline (applications must be received by August 10, 2026, 5:00 PM UAE Time)
Funding Amounts: One award, $750,000–$1,000,000; project period: 12–18 months.
Summary: Funds the development and implementation of a large-scale, three-day American State Fair in Abu Dhabi to showcase U.S. culture, commercial interests, and strengthen U.S.-UAE relations.
Key Information: Applicants must have at least two years’ experience in large-scale event management and be registered in the U.S. or UAE.
Description
This opportunity supports the design and delivery of the Freedom 250 Great American State Fair in Abu Dhabi, a three-day event celebrating the 250th anniversary of American independence. The Fair aims to immerse UAE audiences in authentic American heartland culture, entrepreneurship, culinary traditions, music, and creativity. The selected grantee will be responsible for the full programmatic experience, including curation, participant engagement, U.S. vendor recruitment, and cultural/commercial activations. The initiative is intended to advance U.S. foreign policy by promoting American excellence, enhancing brand visibility, and strengthening U.S.-UAE bilateral ties. The grantee will coordinate closely with a UAE Local Partner Entity, which will handle the venue infrastructure and operations.
