The fourth edition of the Khorfakkan Mango Festival will be held from June 27 to 29 at the Khorfakkan Expo Center. Organized by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the festival has become a key agricultural and cultural event in the emirate, offering a unique platform to showcase a wide variety of local and imported mangoes.
The event celebrates UAE-grown mangoes, sourced directly from local farms, highlighting the country’s growing capabilities in producing high-quality fruit. Organizers say the festival aims to promote local agriculture, support domestic farmers, and encourage the consumption of locally grown products.
Festival highlights include mango tastings, direct sales, and specialized workshops for farmers focusing on sustainable agriculture practices. These sessions aim to improve production quality and increase the competitiveness of Emirati mangoes in both local and regional markets.
Visitors will have the opportunity to explore and taste various mango varieties currently available in UAE markets. Current prices for some of the most popular types include:
Yemeni mangoes: Most affordable, at AED 10 per kilo
Indian Alphonso mangoes: Around AED 45 per box of 12
Peruvian mangoes: Large-sized, AED 35 per kilo or AED 90–110 per 4–5 kg box
Mini Colombian mangoes: Rare and unique, AED 90–100 per box
Cambodian & Chinese mangoes: AED 18 per kilo
With the UAE’s strong cultural love for this fragrant summer fruit, the Khorfakkan Mango Festival offers a vibrant experience to taste, shop, and discover the diverse world of mangoes grown both locally and abroad.
