Get ready to celebrate National Day
■ Guidelines and reminders to ensure safe celebration
Authorities have issued guidelines and reminders to ensure everyone’s safety while celebrating the 51st UAE National Day on December 2. They also called on “everyone who calls the UAE home” to join in nationwide celebrations.
The Ministry of Interior (MoI) said yesterday “marches and random gatherings are prohibited”. Regarding traffic rules and regulation on decorating vehicles, MoI noted motorists must abide by traffic rules and instructions of police personnel at all times.
Writing any offensive phrase or putting inappropriate stickers on the vehicle is prohibited. Vehicles may not carry passengers more than the allowed number, and no passenger may extend their body out of the window or the sunroof at all times.
Motorists must not disrupt traffic or block the road. Vehicles must not have loud speakers and any unlicensed additions or extensions that restrict visibility and create noise. Front and back number plates must not be effaced; vehicle colour may not be changed, and no blackout or windshield tinting is allowed.
The Abu Dhabi Police also issued instructions to car owners to avoid installing decorative items that can hamper safety. Any car decoration must not modify the colour of the vehicle and parking is not allowed in undesignated spaces, including the hard shoulder, bus stops and taxi laybys.
Get ready to celebrate 51st National Day with an array of entertainment, events and experiences taking place throughout Dubai.
Organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), the celebrations featuring concerts, fireworks, shopping deals, dining experiences and entertainment offers, will run from December 2 to 11.
Ahmad Al Khaja, CEO of DFRE, said: “The city’s wide array of festivities to celebrate National Day will showcase the best Dubai has to offer across its iconic landmarks and world-class entertainment destinations. We look forward to welcoming visitors from across the globe.”
Dubai’s wide array of festivities to celebrate National Day will showcase the best the city has to offer across its iconic landmarks and worldclass entertainment destinations. We look forward to welcoming visitors from across the globe.”
Ahmad Al Khaja | CEO of Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment
CONCERTS AND SHOWS
■ Visit Al Wasl Plaza in Expo City on December 2 for a night of music featuring leading Emirati and GCC artists, including Eidha Al Mehali and Dalia Mubarak. Doors open at 6.30pm, with the show running from 8.30pm until midnight. Tickets cost Dh100 and can be purchased on Platinumlist.
■ Dubai Festival City Mall will have Fayez Al Saeed hosting the opening ceremony at Festival Bay with a live concert at 8pm on December 2, followed by a specially choreographed IMAGINE and fireworks show that will light up the sky in the colours of the UAE flag at 9pm.
■ Emirati singer Shamma Hamdan will perform on December 2 at 8.30pm at the fountain area of City Walk; while over at Dubai Opera, Moroccan comedian Abdul Rahman Ouaabed, popularly known as EKO, will have a show at 8pm.
■ King of 90s pop, Lucky Ali will perform at The Agenda on December 3 as part of the Winter Music Fest, which will bring some of Bollywood’s most popular musicians to the city.
■ Residents and tourists can also immerse in Korean culture through a Hallyu content exhibit at the Mall of the Emirates’ Art Centre running until December 3; while shoppers can enjoy traditional music from travelling Al Harbia Band on December 2 and 3 at various malls across Dubai.
MODESH AND DANA
From December 2 to 11, shoppers can meet Modesh and Dana at Mall of the Emirates, City Centre Mirdif, City Walk, Dubai Festival City Mall, Gate Avenue, Ibn Battuta Mall, The Circle, Nakheel Mall, Al Khawaneej Walk, Deira City Centre and Riverland Dubai at Dubai Parks & Resorts.
FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT
Dubai Festival City Mall will have flag decorations and roaming entertainment all through December. Emiratis shopping for Dh300 or more from December 1 to 5 stand a chance to win Air Arabia tickets for two.
Mercato Mall will have live entertainment, musical parades and fun activities from December 2 to 4. Kids can take part in creative workshops and have their faces painted with UAE-themed designs.
Ibn Battuta Mall will host fun activities for children, including henna artists, face painting, origami and sand bottle workshops from December 2-4 at the main entrance of the Egypt Court in front of Kidz Palooza.
At The Pointe, alongside the fireworks and fountain show at 9pm on December 2, there will also be activities in the event plaza for the little ones to enjoy.
La Mer and The Beach opposite JBR will have special offers from December 2 to 4. On December 3, La Mer will host a traditional Al Harbia Band to entertain visitors.
Visit Al Khawaneej Walk, BoxPark and Last Exit Al Khawaneej for shopping and dining deals. There will be a National Day Parade on December 2 at BoxPark and Last Exit Al Khawaneej. There is also a special hospitality tent with coffee and dates service, a falconry show and music from December 2 to 4, from 4pm until 10pm.
RAFFLES AND PRIZES
Until November 30 download the Idealz app or visit its website to purchase a Rosa Set worth Dh50 to gain entry to take home Dh2 million during the raffle draw on December 2.
From December 1 to 4, purchases worth Dh200 at stores excluding hypermarkets across Mall of the Emirates, City Centre Deira and City Centre Mirdif will gain entry to daily draws and a chance to win 51,000 Share points, worth Dh5,100.
RESTAURANTS LINE UP SPECIAL MENUS, OFFERS
At Lido on Queen Elizabeth 2, there will be a buffet of authentic Arabic food for just Dh150 per person. Children under 6 years old dine for free, and children aged 6 to 11 get 50 per cent off. Mondoux pastry chefs will be creating a giant UAE flag with custom crafted cream and berry cakes. All restaurant guests will be offered a slice of cake on the house
There is also a culinary feast at JA Resort, and an exclusive performance by renowned Emirati singer Fatima Zahrat AlAin, and her daughter Rawda.
Emirati-owned Monno Ristorante will be serving guests a limited-edition UAE flag pizza while there are special cupcakes at Mangolia Bakery Springs Souk,
Rove Hotels, Project Chaiwala, and Frying Pan Adventures are back with a food and chai tour, while Time Out Market Dubai will have special offers from December 2 to 4.
From December 1 to 3, Riverland Dubai at Dubai Parks & Resorts will host special celebrations, including Arabic tents with henna, live cooking and kids face painting, folkloric entertainment from Ayala Dancers and Hag al Laila Kids Dance
NATIONAL DAY RUN
Join the Skechers Performance National Day Run 2022 at The Track Meydan Golf on December 2 at 7.30am. This community challenge will see runners of all ages and abilities come together to sprint or stroll distances of 3km, 5km, 10km or 16km on the closed-off roads in this scenic area while taking in views of the city skyline along the course.
MURDER MYSTERY
From December 3 to February 17, the Murder Mystery experience makes its way to Al Seef Heritage Hotel Dubai. This 90-minute interactive programme allows participants to use their detective skills to solve a mystery. All contestants can enjoy a 30-minute food and drink service on the terrace.