Dubai’s Eid al Fitr extravaganza: 5 must-see fireworks displays across the city

As the long Eid Al Fitr weekend approaches, Dubai gears up for a dazzling display of fireworks lighting up the night sky. With festivities abound across the city, families and residents opting to stay in the UAE are in for a treat with nightly spectacles planned at various iconic locations.

Private sector employees may enjoy a break of up to nine days, timed depending on the sighting of the moon. While some families choose to travel during this period, others prefer to revel in the festivities within the country.

Starting from the onset of Ramadan, certain spots in Dubai have been treating spectators to regular fireworks shows. However, as Eid Al Fitr approaches, anticipation grows for even grander displays at major landmarks.

Here are the locations and dates for the upcoming fireworks shows:

  • Global Village: April 10-14, 9pm
  • Dubai Parks and Resorts: April 10-12, with fireworks on the first night of Eid
  • Dubai Festival City Mall: April 10, 8pm
  • Hatta: April 10, 8pm
  • Al Seef: April 11, 8pm
  • Bluewaters Island: April 12, 8pm
  • The Beach, JBR: April 12, 8pm

From the cultural extravaganza at Global Village to the waterfront spectacle at Dubai Festival City Mall, there’s something for everyone to enjoy during this joyous occasion.