Celebrate Eid al Etihad in Dubai – What to do on National Day 53

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Eid al Etihad celebrations (previously called National Day) of this year mark 53 years of unification for the United Arab Emirates.

Early December It is one of the most wonderful times of the year in Dubai. Not only does it experience a fantastic mild climate, but many things are always happening, from the joy of many seasonal events that return outdoors to winter festivals, markets and, of course, the birth of the Nation of the EAU.

Eid al Etihad – ‘Celebration of the Union’ – is marked annually on December 2, since the day when the United Arab Emirates country was formed in 1971 under a federal constitutional monarchy.

You can learn more about Dubai’s recent history and the 7 Emirates of the Arab Emirates together here.

In 2024, eid al Etihad in Dubai or will be Monday 2 and Tuesday, December 3. Combined with Saturday and Sunday, this makes a 4 -day weekend for schools, government departments and many workers.

2024 was designated ‘The year of sustainability‘, and many events in the city are expected to assume a subject of sustainability.

You can see a complete list of Dubai holidays in 2024 here.

Dubai National Day Events & Fireworks 2024

This section is still being updated and can reflect events of 2023.

We advise to book early for anywhere that reports to fireworks and we hope to pay significantly more than usual in restaurants that offer first row seats.

Bluewaters and JBR

Bluewaters and the popular area in front of the JBR Beach will celebrate with a magnificent fireworks exhibition on Sunday, December 1 at 8:00 pm We expect full details of the event by 2024.

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TO SEEF AND DUBAI Creek

This beautiful place in front of the sea, adjacent to Al Fahidi Historic neighborhood And with a view to Dubai Creek, he will organize fireworks at 9:00 pm of December 3, 2024 – Other details of the TBC event.

City walk

We still expect final news of which festivities will take place in this popular place in the city in 2024. The highlight of last year was a parade and concerts of the union of the popular Emirati artists.

We understand that this will continue to be a fundamental place for Eid al Etihad in 2024 from December 2 to 4 with night actions from 6:00 pm, acts, show schedules and entertainment TB.

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Jalsat moments In Cocacola Arena, City Walk will be carried out Thursday, November 28, 2024. This show of stages will exhibit performances by Ayed Yousef, Eida Al-Menhali, Nabill Shuail and Abdulaziz al-Duiihi.

Dubai Festival City

Dubai Festival City normally organizes an incredible show with fireworks, live entertainment that includes large -stamped stars, shopping offers and much more instead on the side of Dubai Creek.

Complete plans for 2024 have not yet been announced, but we understand that they will have fireworks on December 2 at 9:10 pm

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Dubai center

We are waiting for the news of the official Eid al-Etihad events for Burj Khalifa and the surrounding area of ​​the city center. Normal Burj Lightshow and Fountain Show program It will run during the long weekend with undoubtedly a flag color theme of the EAU.

If you want front row seats in one of the nearby restaurants, be sure to visit Our guide for the best restaurants in Lake BurjMost premium places will undoubtedly take reservations in advance for external seats.

If you will go along the way to the capital, Abu Dhabi, do not forget to see your alignment of Eid al Etihad weekend events and special offers here

National Day Events and Cultural Traditions in Dubai

Together with the fireworks, the flags and the festivals, there are many traditional events that will see throughout the city. This is what you can expect to see and experiment:

• To Ayala Dance – Also known as Ayyala, Yowalah or Stick Dancing, it is a traditional Emirati group dance with separate groups of men and women. In their Kanduras they face rows with bamboo sticks, while musicians move between them. The girls with a traditional dress (much more colorful than the usual black) will stop in front, throwing their long black hair side by side. (The dance is so important for the patrimony of the country that it is now registered in the representative list of UNESCO of the elements of humanity of intangible cultural heritage)
• Yola dance -I know how Yowla, Yollah or Al-Yawlah is a traditional weapons dance or a dance of victory that involves children or men who swing sticks, swords or rifles (replica!).
• Halconería screens – A highly valued custom in the EAU, the stock screens help visitors to understand the importance of these raptors for Beduine life.
• Ishy Bilady – The national anthem of the country will reproduce out loud and clear through events during the weekend, you can collect some points of the words here..

To learn more about the country’s culture and heritage, we firmly recommend it that includes a visit to the Sheikh Mohammed Center for Cultural Enaspense (SMCCU) In your Dubai itinerary.

Attraction discounts and special events in Dubai

The National Day also brings with it a series of fantastic offers for residents and tourists equally. We are still collecting offers now (we hope that many will be announced in a last minute!), But take into account:

LEGOLAND – DUBAI PARKS AND RESORTS

Between November 24 and December 3, enjoy a special program of events in Legoland for National Day 2024. This includes a workshop with sustainability issues, as well as treasure hunts and many other fun activities.

There is also a special brunch of bricks of the Eau National Day, on Saturday 2, which includes crafts and cookie decoration.

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Shopping centers in the city

Buyers can enjoy 52x in cash in their application of shares in their purchases in the stores participating in the shopping centers of the city center. This includes food and drink points of sale, as well as retail trade. The participating shopping centers include City Center Deira, City Center Me’aisem, City Center Mix, City Center Shindagha and My City Center Barsha.

In addition to enjoying a retail therapy, visitors will receive a variety or cultural performances, including Harbia and Ayala Dancing.

Get more information about the rewards scheme to share here.

Save the attractions through Dubai

There are always some excellent retail savings during the weekend of the National Day, in particular if you are a resident of Dubai with an EID. Some of those who are aware so far:

• Expo City Dubai Terra & Vision Pavililons will have a 53% discount on attraction passes: wait to see a sample of cultural activities and learn more about sustainability.

Sooner, since we update this summary in the National Day events in Dubai for 2024

Other things that visitors should know about Eid al Etihad (National Day) in Dubai

• In 2024, schools, government offices and most companies will have on Monday and Tuesday to celebrate this special occasion: visitors must take into account this if they need some type of visa processing, etc.
• If you have a car, the public parking is free! (But keep in mind that everywhere you can be incredible!)
• Why to dress? Go for it! Traditional clothing in the colors of the Flag of the EAU, the locals and the residents use the colors of the EAU of red, green, black and white with pride, you must feel free to do the same.

You can see everything that happens at the door of the city the rest of December.

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