Organised by the Sharjah Sports Council in cooperation with the emirate’s sports and specialised clubs, the programme concluded with a closing ceremony held at the Khorfakkan Cultural Centre, attended by officials, partners, participants, and parents.

Closing ceremony highlights programme achievements

The ceremony began with a recitation from the Holy Quran, followed by a documentary showcasing the programme’s highlights and memorable moments. A special karate performance by participants was also presented, demonstrating the skills, discipline, and confidence they developed throughout the programme, earning appreciation from the audience.

Four weeks of sports, culture, and skills development

Held from July 6 to July 30, 2026, the latest edition of the programme reflected the vision and directives of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, to make productive use of the summer break and nurture a conscious and creative generation that combines knowledge, national identity, and sports.

The programme provided a comprehensive environment aimed at developing children’s skills and enhancing their talents. In line with the Sharjah Sports Council’s objectives of encouraging sports participation, discovering talents, and promoting healthy lifestyles, activities were organised across four themed weeks: Family Week, Artificial Intelligence Week, Sharjah Week, and Sports Week.

The programme featured a wide range of sports, cultural, awareness, and recreational activities delivered in partnership with several government and private entities.

Honouring participants, partners, and volunteers

The closing ceremony recognised outstanding participants in the "A Holiday Reimagined" programme, including winners of the points system, athletes, winners of the "My Quran, My Life" competition, and winners of the e-sports competition. Partners and volunteers who contributed to the programme’s success were also honoured.

Khaled Murad, a member of the Khorfakkan Sports and Cultural Club’s board of directors, presented the awards in recognition of their efforts and contributions.

Programme achieves goals of empowering young participants

Khaled Murad affirmed that this year’s "A Holiday Reimagined" programme achieved its objectives of providing a safe and engaging summer environment that combined sports, culture, and entertainment. He noted that the programme helped develop participants’ skills, strengthen their values, and discover their talents.

He attributed the programme’s success to the continuous support of the Sharjah Sports Council, effective cooperation with partners, and the dedicated efforts of staff and volunteers.

He added that the programme reflects Khorfakkan Club’s commitment to supporting the Sharjah Sports Council’s aspirations by delivering high-quality initiatives that make productive use of children’s free time, encourage sports participation, develop abilities, and promote national and social values.

Celebrating a successful summer edition

The ceremony concluded with commemorative photographs featuring the honourees, marking the success of a programme that created positive experiences and lasting memories for participants and their families.

The conclusion of Sharjah Summer Sports "A Holiday Reimagined" marked the end of a successful four-week edition filled with activities and high-quality programmes that brought together sports, culture, and entertainment, reinforcing its position as one of the emirate’s leading and most impactful summer initiatives.