New Year’s Eve in UAE: Everything you need to know about the celebrations

New Year’s Eve in UAE: Everything you need to know about the celebrations

Record-breaking fireworks and concerts by international and local stars to attract visitors to various locations

Published: Sat 31 Dec 2022, 6:00 AM

The stage is all set for the most spectacular start to 2023 with three record-breaking fireworks displays scheduled to take place across the country. Here is everything you need to know about all the activities in the country today:

Fireworks

Abu Dhabi: In the first celebration in the emirate with no restrictions since the Covid-19 pandemic, a 40-minute fireworks display featuring 3,000 drones will aim to set several world records. Visitors can get to the location of what promises to be a memorable affair by free bus service.

Dubai: Fireworks will take place across 30 locations in the emirate including The Dubai Frame, Bluewaters, JBR and Global Village, which will have 7 fireworks to coincide with 7 midnights across the globe. One of the most anticipated fireworks displays will happen at the tallest tower in the world, the Burj Khalifa. According to the Roads and Transport Authority, roads around the downtown area will close early in the day. There are several other ways to get to the Dubai Mall for the spectacle.

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