Have a good time Eid al Etihad in Dubai – What to do on Nationwide Day 53

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This 12 months’s Eid al Etihad (beforehand known as Nationwide Day) celebrations mark 53 years of unification for the United Arab Emirates.

Early December is among the most fantastic instances of 12 months to be in Dubai.  Not solely do you expertise incredible gentle climate, however there’s all the time a lot occurring, from the enjoyment of many seasonal occasions returning to the nice open air to winter festivals, markets and, in fact, the start of the nation of the UAE.

Eid Al Etihad – ‘ Celebration of the Union’ – is marked yearly on 2 December because the day the nation of the United Arab Emirates was fashioned in 1971 underneath a Federal Constitutional Monarchy.

You may study extra in regards to the current historical past of Dubai and the 7 Emirates of the United Arab Emirates right here.

In 2024, Eid Al Etihad in Dubai will happen on Monday, the 2nd, and Tuesday, the third of December. Mixed with Saturday and Sunday, this makes for a 4-day lengthy weekend for faculties, authorities departments and lots of employees.

2024 was designated ‘The 12 months of Sustainability’, and lots of occasions across the metropolis are anticipated to tackle a sustainability theme.

You may see a full itemizing of Dubai public holidays in 2024 right here. 

Dubai Nationwide Day Occasions & Fireworks 2024

This part remains to be being up to date and should mirror occasions from 2023.

We strongly advise reserving early for anyplace reporting fireworks views and count on to pay considerably greater than normal at eating places providing front-row seats.

Bluewaters & JBR

Bluewaters and common beachfront space JBR will rejoice in model with an impressive fireworks show on Sunday, 1 December at 8:00 p.m. Avenue performances and roaming leisure will even be held all through the weekend – we await full occasion particulars for 2024.

Study extra at bluewatersdubai.ae

Al Seef & Dubai Creek

This stunning waterfront venue, adjoining to Al Fahidi Historic Neighbourhood and overlooking Dubai Creek, will host fireworks at 9:00 pm on 3 December 2024 – additional occasion particulars TBC.

Jalsat Moments at CocaCola Enviornment, Metropolis Stroll is because of happen on Thursday, 28 November 2024. This stage present will showcase performances by Ayed Yousef, Eida Al-Menhali, Nabill Shuail and Abdulaziz Al-Duwaihi.

Dubai Competition Metropolis

Dubai Competition Metropolis usually placed on an superior present with fireworks, stay leisure together with big-name stars, buying offers and rather more at their Dubai Creek-side venue.

The total plans for 2024 are but to be introduced, however we perceive they are going to have fireworks on 2 December at 9:10 pm.

Study extra at dubaifestivalcity.com

Downtown Dubai

We’re awaiting information of an official Eid al-Etihad occasions for the Burj Khalifa and the encircling Downtown space of the town. The conventional Burj Lightshow and Fountain Present program will run all through the lengthy weekend with little question a UAE flag-coloured theme.

In order for you front-row seats at one of many close by eating places, ensure you take a look at our information to one of the best eating venues on Burj Lake, most premium venues will little question be taking reservations effectively prematurely for out of doors seating.

Should you’ll be heading down the street to the capital Abu Dhabi, don’t neglect to take a look at their line-up of Eid al Etihad weekend occasions and particular presents right here

Nationwide Day Occasions & Cultural Traditions in Dubai

Together with fireworks, flags, and festivals, there are numerous conventional occasions that you will notice throughout city. Right here’s what you may count on to see and expertise:

• Al Ayala Dance – Also referred to as Ayyala, yowalah or stick dancing, is an Emirati conventional group dance with separate teams of men and women. Males of their kanduras face each other in rows with bamboo sticks, while musicians transfer between them. Women in conventional gown (much more vibrant than the standard black) will stand in entrance, tossing their lengthy black hair backward and forward. (The dance is so essential to the nation’s heritage it’s now recorded on the UNESCO Consultant Record of Intangible Cultural Heritage Objects of Humanity)
• Yola Dance – Also referred to as Yowla, Yollah or al-yawlah is a conventional weapons dance or victory dance involving boys or males swinging sticks, swords or (reproduction!) rifles.
• Falconry Shows – a extremely valued customized within the UAE, falconry shows assist guests perceive the significance of those birds of prey to Bedouin life.
• Ishy Bilady – the nation’s nationwide anthem might be performed loud and clear all through occasions over the weekend – you may choose up some tips on the phrases right here.

For studying extra in regards to the nation’s tradition and heritage, we strongly advocate you embody a go to to the Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding (SMCCU) in your Dubai itinerary.

Attraction Reductions & Particular Occasions in Dubai

Nationwide Day additionally brings with it numerous incredible presents for residents and vacationers alike. We’re nonetheless collating offers now (count on many to be introduced moderately final minute!), however look out for:

Legoland – Dubai Parks and Resorts

Between November twenty fourth and December third, get pleasure from a particular program of occasions at Legoland for Nationwide Day 2024. This features a sustainability-themed workshop in addition to scavenger hunts and many different enjoyable actions.

There’s additionally a particular UAE Nationwide Day-themed Bricks Brunch on Saturday the 2nd, which incorporates arts, crafts and cookie adorning.

Study extra at legolanddubai.ae

Metropolis Centre Malls

Customers can get pleasure from 52x money again on their SHARE app on their purchases at collaborating shops in Metropolis Centre malls. This consists of meals and beverage shops in addition to retail. Taking part malls embody Metropolis Centre Deira, Metropolis Centre Me’aisem, Metropolis Centre Mirdif, Metropolis Centre Shindagha and My Metropolis Centre Barsha.

In addition to having fun with some retail remedy, guests might be handled to quite a lot of cultural performances together with Al Harbia and Ayala dancing.

Study extra in regards to the SHARE reward scheme right here.

Save on points of interest all through Dubai

There’s all the time some nice retail financial savings available over the Nationwide Day lengthy weekend, explicit should you’re a Dubai resident with an EID. Some we’re conscious of to date:

• Expo Metropolis Dubai Terra & Vison pavilions can have 53% off attraction passes – count on to see a showcase of cultural actions and study extra about sustainability.

Extra coming quickly as we replace this spherical up on Nationwide Day occasions in Dubai for 2024

Different Issues Guests Ought to Know About Eid Al Etihad (Nationwide Day) in Dubai

• In 2024, faculties, Authorities workplaces and most companies can have Monday and Tuesday off to rejoice this special day – guests must be conscious of this in the event that they want any kind of visa processing and so forth.
• When you have a automotive, public parking is free! (however be conscious that in all places might be INCREDIBLY busy!)
• Wish to dress up?  Go for it!  Conventional gown within the colors of the UAE flag, locals and residents alike put on the UAE’s colors of crimson, inexperienced, white and black with delight, you must be happy to do the identical.

You may take a look at the whole lot occurring throughout the town throughout the remainder of December right here.

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