This National Day weekend will be bigger and better than ever as the UAE will mark its Golden Jubilee! Here is our round-up of top things to do.
Dubai
Expo 2020 Dubai will be celebrating National Day with a range of firework displays taking place during all four days, from 1st to 4th December, starting at 8:00pm at Al Wasl Avenue. Across all four days visitors can expect theatrical shows with 200 performers including those from participating countries.
www.expo2020dubai.com
On the 2nd and 3rd December guests and visitors alike can enjoy two evenings of dazzling displays from 8:00pm. On Thursday 2nd December, guests can watch displays at The Pointe from the shores of Atlantis, The Palm’s beach and on Friday 3rd December Atlantis will host a spectacular display over the waters of The Palm to mark this momentous event in UAE history.
Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai, +971 4 426 1000
Armani Hotel Dubai invites you to experience a unique Golden Jubilee dining experience. The talented culinary team has created a special menu for every restaurant as they pay homage to the seven emirates with a unified gourmet celebration of local flavours and international flair.
Armani Hotel Dubai, +971 4 888 3666
Abu Dhabi
The Capital will mark the Golden Jubilee with a host of unmissable firework displays. Yas Island celebrates the 50th UAE National Day with 4 days of roaming entertainment and live DJ from 5:00pm to 11:00pm every night throughout 1st to 4th December and 3 days of fireworks every night at 9:00pm from 1st to 3rd December at Yas Bay. On the 2nd December enjoy a fireworks show on Abu Dhabi’s Corniche starting at 9:00pm. Al Maryah Island will also host a fireworks display on 2nd and 3rd December 2021 starting at 9:00pm.
In celebration of 50 years of the United Arab Emirates, Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers presents a magical story-telling afternoon tea experience, featuring talented dancers and acrobatic stars from renowned international circuses. This unforgettable leisurely afternoon experience will take place every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, until the 8th of December. The first show is at 1:00pm and 3:15pm for the second show. The one-of-a-kind event is set at AED 325 per adult and AED 285 for children under 12.
Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers, +971 2 811 5666
Cabana Beach Bar and Grill is celebrating the 50th UAE National Day with a laid back and relaxing beach BBQ. Guests are invited to mark the landmark anniversary by tucking into a scrumptious spread of BBQ specialties, including quality grilled meats, fresh seafood, salads, sides, desserts and more. This spectacular feast will be enhanced by the stunning views of the beautiful Corniche beach. Available to enjoy exclusively on 2nd December priced at AED 345 per person.
The St. Regis Abu Dhabi, +971 2 694 4553
Celebratory Activities at Emirates Palace include an array of fun-filled children’s activities to 3rd December, performances of traditional Al Ayala Dance on 2nd December as well as a photo opportunity with the resident falcon on 2nd and 3rd December 2021.
Emirates Palace, +971 2 690 8888