To mark the occasion of the 48th UAE National Day, Dubai and all the other emirates have an exciting lineup of events and activities to celebrate the union of the Trucial States to the country that we know and love today. With UAE holidays being announced for the public and private sector from 1 to 3 December 2019 the country is geared up to celebrate UAE National Day 2019 in style! If you still haven’t figured out your plans for the long weekend, we’ve got a list of all the amazing UAE National Day events in Dubai that will guarantee a fun-filled weekend.
WHEN IS THE UAE NATIONAL DAY? The UAE National Day aka the Union Day is celebrated on 2 December every year. It commemorates the formal nationalisation of all the seven emirates that took place in 1971. The UAE National Day celebrations is one of the biggest annual festivals in Dubai.
WHAT HAPPENS DURING THE UAE NATIONAL DAY CELEBRATION IN DUBAI? The UAE National Day offers everyone in the country a chance to celebrate the union of the Emirates and experience some of the best aspects of Emirati culture. The major highlights of the day include fireworks, parades, traditional dances and more!
To give you an idea of what you can expect when it comes to the UAE National Day celebrations in Dubai, here’s a look at some of the activities that took place at Dubai Design District (d3) previously. These activities provide a unique glimpse into the rich traditions of the UAE, where children and adults come together to indulge in the patriotic spirit.
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