What to Expect in Dubai This Eid Al Etihad: Four Days of Nonstop Events
Fireworks, concerts, staycations, and citywide offers set the tone for the long break.
Dubai is going all out for the 54th Eid Al Etihad holiday, with most residents enjoying a four-day weekend from December 1 to 3. The city is rolling out fireworks, concerts, parades, staycation promos, shopping deals, and more — basically everything that turns December in Dubai into peak season energy.
Big Parade at City Walk
The popular Eid Al Etihad parade is back on December 1 at 4pm. Expect horses, marching groups, and over 1,000 participants from Dubai Police, KHDA students, and government teams.
Fireworks Every Night
Dubai’s skyline will light up on December 2 across multiple spots.
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8pm: Dubai Festival City Mall, Hatta
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9pm: Souk Al Seef, Bluewaters, The Beach JBR
Global Village will join in too, with fireworks and synchronised drone shows nightly from December 1 to 3.
Concerts and Live Shows
The city’s entertainment scene is in full blast this weekend.
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Balqees performs at Festival Bay on December 2 (tickets from Dh75).
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Diana Haddad (Dec 1) and Shamma Hamdan (Dec 2) will hold free concerts at City Walk.
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Al Wasl Season continues at Expo City, while Dubai Opera stages the hit Kuwaiti comedy Ayal Iblees on December 1 and 2.
Cultural Highlights
Over 20 locations across Dubai will host traditional performances, parades, folk crafts, and storytelling. Hatta will also light up with fireworks and cultural showcases at 8pm.
Shopping Deals and Mall Events
From December 1 to 3, major brands will roll out Eid Al Etihad discounts.
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Dubai Festival City Mall: Double BLUE points for shoppers and a full outdoor food market experience.
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City Centre Mirdif: Workshops, fashion shows, pottery demos, and cultural activities until December 3.
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Ibn Battuta Mall: Art, poetry, music, and interactive family zones from December 1 to 3.
Hotels and Attractions
Hotels across the city — including Andaz, Grand Hyatt, Sofitel Downtown, Banyan Tree, and more — will offer special staycation packages.
Dubai Frame, Children’s City, Mushrif Park, and Global Village will also run themed shows, cultural activities, and fireworks throughout the long weekend.
Sports and Fitness Events
For those who want action with their holiday:
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Baseball United Season One at The Sevens (Nov 14–Dec 14)
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Sir Winston Churchill Cup polo tournament (Dec 3–6)
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1000 Miglia classic car rally passing through Dubai (Nov 30–Dec 4)
Foodies, This One Is Yours
Dubai Burger, a citywide food celebration, will offer exclusive limited-edition burgers inspired by Emirati flavours. Participating spots include High Joint, Hoe Lee Kow, Sfumato, Izu Burger, and Eat Beaf.
Art and Student Creativity
Schools across the UAE can join the Eid Al Etihad art competition running until December 3. Entries featuring Modesh can include drawings, murals, videos, or poetry, submitted via Instagram with #EidAlEtihadJoy.