THE VILLAGE

The duArena also plays host to local and regional artists as the build up to the main act. The line-up this year is pleasingly diverse, with everyone from UAE-based Scottish singersongwriter Greg Pearson to classical crossover artists the Ember Trio and stilt acrobatics from Team Power Stilts. With a impressive collection of street food outlets and the first ever live performance from this year’s Emerging Talent Competition, it’s a good place to recharge the batteries after the race action and before the main act hit the stage.