Everything you need to know about EID AL ETIHAD

Eid Al Etihad, also known as UAE National Day, is celebrated annually on December 2 to celebrate the formation of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The seventh emirate, Ras Al Khaimah, was added to the federation on 10 February 1972 making it the last emirate to join. This celebration is known as “eid-al-etihad”.
Grand celebrations are held across the country to mark the event. Fireworks, car rallies and dance shows are the most common activities. People will usually dress up in UAE national flag colors and decorate their homes, workplaces, cars and streets to celebrate the day. Palm trees are decorated with lights from the colors of the flag. Hotels and other public sites are decorated with flags and lights.









Burj Khalifa displays the UAE flag while Downtown Dubai lit with fireworks. Shopping centers, malls, and institutions are also decorated with the flag of the country. Heritage Villages are set all over the UAE in order to celebrate this event traditionally. It is generally a two day holiday, with December 3 (the day after National Day) also being observed as a public holiday. Air shows are conducted in the capital. Some people even decorate their cars with national symbols and colors. The ways of celebration may differ throughout the country but their love and appreciation for the UAE keep them united.
Being a public holiday, UAE National Day brings families and friends together in a day of celebration and contemplation.
Here’s what to expect during the 53rd anniversary celebrations in 2024:
A Four-Day Weekend:
The UAE Cabinet has declared December 2 and 3 (Monday and Tuesday) as public holidays for both public and private sectors. For those with weekends off, this means a luxurious four-day break.
Spectacular Fireworks:
Dubai will host dazzling fireworks displays at iconic locations, including:
JBR Beach
Al Seef
Hatta
Dubai Festival City Mall (paired with the IMAGINE light and laser show)
Global Village will also feature nightly fireworks at 9 PM from November 29 to December 3, adding to the festive spirit.
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