Basketball giant Shaquille O’Neal is making a grand entrance into Abu Dhabi’s street food scene with a colossal offering—the Shaq-sized Shawarma or the Shaqwarma.

Experience Abu Dhabi recently collaborated with Shaq in their Shaq Street Bites campaign, and he introduced this giant Shawarma at an NBA District event held at the Beit el Khetyar pop-up truck.

Free Shaqwarma Giveaway:

After Saturday, October 5, fans can grab this larger-than-lifelarger-than-life sweet in the flesh for free. The Shaqwarma will be available during two exclusive time slots: 1 pm to 3 pm and 6 pm to 8 pm.

Although access to the NBA District was $3 or Dhs 50, the Shaqwarmas are free. Only 100 will be issued; it’s first come, first served.

It is a culinary and colorful festival celebrating the phenomenon of street food, which Abu Dhabi is rapidly becoming renowned for and which even UFC superstar Belal Muhammad could not pass without getting a huge shawarma in the capital of the UAE.

The Shaqwarma Challenge:

Feeling bold? Join the Shaqwarma challenge. This contest entails two teams finding out who among the two is, Gorge, the largest 3kg Shawarma. The first four teams will be awarded tickets to the NBA game that will be the next day between the Boston Celtics and Denver Nuggets.

Event Details:

This is a perfect occasion for basketball lovers and people who enjoy tasty meals on the street. At this time, people will be able to watch interesting competitions. Here are the key details:

Location: NBA District, NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2024 presented by ADQ: Beit el Khetyar

Venue: The Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

Date: Saturday, October 5

Time: Monday to Saturday, 11:00 am – 8:00 pm and Sunday 11:00 pm to 5:00 pm • Shaqwarma 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm and 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

More information : visitabudhabi.ae.