Happening today: Where to celebrate your holiday

Happiness Market at Zabeel Park

The Happiness Market will help raise money for Dar Al Ber Society’s charitable activities. Pop-up stalls are selling jewellery, clothes, books and toys.. > Where: Gate 1, Zabeel Park > Time: 10am-10pm

Spotlight on Emirati heritage

Visitors can learn the traditional and noble art of falconry while Emirati “Al Habban” dancers will perform the most popular battle scene dance in the UAE’s culture. > Where: Bay Avenue, Business Bay > Time: 6pm to 9pm

Light and sound show

Aside from live cultural performances, a spectacular light and sound projected across the Pyramids building will be the highlight of the celebration at Wafi Mall. > Where: Courtyard, Wafi Mall > Time: 2pm onwards

Amazing Dubai

A musicale that tells the story of Dubai from a small community of bedouins and pearl divers to the modern metropolis we see today. > Where: Madinat Theatre, Souk Madinat Jumeirah > Time: 11am and 2pm

Thrill, adventure and culture

IMG Worlds of Adventure features traditional Emirati music and entertainment, which includes, Ayylah dancers, an Emirati traditional band and Falcon displays. > Where: IMG Worlds of Adventure > Time: 11am to 10pm

Heritage festival in Ajman

Shops offer handicrafts, traditional fashion and commemorative products. Thre is also a food festival featuring traditional dishes as well as Land and Sea Carnival. > Where: Heritage Village at Marsa Ajman > Time: 10am onwards

Family fun at Al Jahili Fort

Visitors can enjoy traditional entertainment of “Harbiya” and “Ayala” performances, followed by an air show by the Emirates Falcons team. There is also an outdoor concert by Emirati singer Harbi Al Ameri > Where: Al Jahili Fort, Al Ain > Time: 4.30pm-10pm

Love Louvre Abu Dhabi

The universal museum is offering a range of cultural activities, and even some educational workshops for the youngsters throughout the long weekend. > Where: Louvre Abu Dhabi > Time: 10am-10pm

Mesmerizing Maryah Island

To witness some of the best fireworks in Abu Dhabi, head to Maryah Island’s waterfront promenade. The Island will also host some live cultural performances to celebrate the National Day. > Where: Al Maryah Island > Time: 9pm