The past years have witnessed the extravagant and record-breaking fireworks with exquisite displays which attract tourists from around the globe to Emirates. Tourists get to experience amazing fireworks, best kind of food and celebrations in the UAE and this becomes the beautiful reason that keeps attracting people from all over the world to fly into the country and celebrate their special moments of New Year.
Burj Khalifa: One of the most popular fireworks in the UAE is at Burj Khalifa, involving over 150,000 kilograms of fireworks, more than 10,000 firing orders and over 250 light fixtures. This spectacle which starts at the stroke of midnight resulting from months of planning and put together by teams from around the world offers a grand experience to viewers.
Dubai Festival City: Here fireworks will be accompanied by the unique laser, fire and water show IMAGINE. The spectacle that will be livestreamed online, can be viewed either from one of the restaurants at the waterfront or from the open space near the Mohammed Bin Rashid library.
The Beach, JBR: Visitors can enjoy as drones take to the skies creating visual representations of UAE landmarks, and logos in a spectacular drone show that will take place and 7pm and 10pm. At the stroke of midnight the venue will host spectacular fireworks.
Atlantis: The spectacular fireworks on Atlantis the Palm broke two world records in 2021 by displaying the highest and largest amount of flame projections during a music concert. Residents and visitors can watch the fireworks from the Palm Jumeirah Boardwalk or choose to dine at any one of the waterside restaurants at The Pointe. This year international popstar Kylie Minogue is headlining the NYE gala dinner at the Atlantis the Palm.
Global Village: This year the shopping destination will host seven celebrations to coincide with midnight in various parts of the world. The New Year festivities will kick off at 8pm local time, coinciding with midnight in the Philippines before moving to Thailand (9pm), Bangladesh (10pm), India (10.30pm), Pakistan (11pm), UAE (12am) and finishing with Turkey (1am). Each midnight will have its own dedicated countdown and signature Global Village firework display.
Al Seef: With the traditional dhows dotting the Dubai Creek as its backdrop, fireworks in this spot have a special appeal to it. Visitors can head to any of the waterfront restaurants or shop at the hundreds of shops that line the souq while ringing in 2023.
Ras Al Khaimah: The place to be for this year’s most dazzling fireworks seems to be in Ras Al Khaimah. The emirate’s tourism authority in association with the organising committee for the New Year celebrations will put up a musical fireworks display that will attempt to set two Guinness World Records. This is not one to be missed.
Emirates Palace: Renowned for its spectacular NYE fireworks display, this year will be no different at the ultra-luxurious Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi. Visitors can opt to stay at the hotel for a front seat view of the fireworks or book tables for the extravagant gala dinner which will feature musicians and unique entertainment programmes.
Al Maryah Island: Abu Dhabi residents can enjoy a wonderful display of colours at Al Maryah Island. To watch the fireworks for free, visitors can line up along the boardwalk. Those wanting a special experience can also choose to book a table at any of the restaurants on the terrace. There will also be the option of watching the fireworks on giant screens across the area.
Yas Island: This year, the skies above Yas Island will burst into colour twice over the NYE night as the venue has two firework displays planned. Scheduled to take place at 9pm and midnight, the fireworks will mark a colourful start to 2023. Families can choose to dine at one of the restaurants at the shopping and leisure destination.
