The Dubai Shopping Festival celebrates New Year’s Eve in an exceptional way that is considered one of the most prominent celebrations in the history of the emirate,
as dazzling fireworks displays will launch at midnight in multiple locations.
This is in addition to major concerts and interactive entertainment experiences on the waterfront.
The festival allows residents and visitors to welcome 2026 in a winter atmosphere,
amidst exceptional moments filled with joy and happiness throughout Dubai.
The skies of Dubai light up with special fireworks displays for the Dubai Shopping Festival at midnight.
This will take place simultaneously in key locations, namely Al Seef Market,
Bluewaters, Jumeirah Beach Residence and Hatta.
These shows will transform historic neighborhoods, illuminated coastlines,
and mountain landscapes into a complete celebration welcoming the new year with radiance and joy.
Ceremony details
Festival Bay in Dubai Festival City Mall is hosting one of the most prominent New Year’s celebrations in Dubai.
The “Layali &e” events at the Dubai Shopping Festival offer a special concert
that brings together top-tier artists and well-known musical groups.
Atlantis The Palm resort offers one of the best New Year’s Eve experiences in Dubai this year.
It will host a lavish outdoor dinner party, headlined by the international band Maroon 5.
Guests can watch one of Dubai’s biggest fireworks displays from the resort’s stunning view.
Visitors also have the opportunity to watch a drone show from
the Dubai Shopping Festival before the countdown to the start of the new year.
It is the largest story aerial show in the region, and is being shown at Bluewaters Island
and The Beach Jumeirah Beach Residence twice daily at 8 pm and 10 pm.
An amazing visual experience
This year’s show features brighter, faster aircraft, and more flexible and dynamic formations.
With aircraft equipped with pyrotechnic effects, it provides viewers
with an amazing and unprecedented visual experience.
Hatta’s participation in the Dubai Shopping Festival events includes
a captivating fireworks display in the Hajar Mountains at midnight.
Visitors will also have the opportunity to enjoy Dubai Shopping Festival
experiences at “Hatta Wadi Hub” during the day.
And participate in an immersive countdown experience amidst nature during the night.
Dubai maintains its position among the world’s top destinations
for welcoming the New Year, thanks to its ideal weather and world-class hospitality.
The vibrant atmosphere and abundance of distinctive activities
within the framework of the Dubai Shopping Festival.
