Come and Celebrate the "Francophonie"! 2026
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Join us in celebrating the French language and culture
at the 10th edition of Rendez-Vous Francophonie!*
The BeNeLux Business Council, CCI France UAE, Institut Français UAE, and the Canadian Business Council invite you to join the 10th edition of Rendez-Vous Francophonie.
*You do not need to speak French to take part in this event.
Join us in celebrating the French language and culture
at the 10th edition of Rendez-Vous Francophonie!*
The BeNeLux Business Council, CCI France UAE, Institut Français UAE, and the Canadian Business Council invite you to join the 10th edition of Rendez-Vous Francophonie.
This year’s event features a special guest, Hemley Boum, winner of the 2025 Prix des Cinq Continents de la Francophonie for her novel Le rêve du pêcheur (published by Gallimard).
Join us for an engaging evening with members of Abu Dhabi’s Francophone and Francophile business communities. Hear inspiring insights from Hemley Boum and take part in a Francophonie Quiz for a chance to win exciting prizes, followed by networking.
You do not need to speak French to take part in this event.
Program
18:00 – 19:00 | Registration & Networking
19:00 – 20:30 | Welcome speeches, Interview with Hemley Boum, Francophonie Quiz & Networking
- Date: Wednesday, April 1st, 2026
- Time: from 6:00pm to 9:00pm
- Location: Waves Californian Kitchen & Bar, Novotel, Al Bustan, Abu dhabi
- Fee: free for BBC members, 50aed for non-members (includes canapés and a chance to win exciting prizes)
| Venue title | Novotel Al Bustan |
|---|---|
| Venue Description | Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Street cor. Rabdan Street, Abu Dhabi |
| Venue Address | Novotel Al Bustan |
| Space Title | Novotel Al Bustan |
| Space Description | Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Street cor. Rabdan Street, Abu Dhabi |