Dubai Gears Up for Record-Breaking New Year’s Eve Celebrations

Dubai is set to ring in 2026 with its most expansive New Year’s Eve celebrations to date, as authorities confirm 48 fireworks displays across 40 locations throughout the emirate.

Officials announced that this year’s festivities will be supported by the largest New Year’s Eve security operation in Dubai’s history, with more than 23,000 personnel deployed through coordinated efforts involving 55 government and private sector entities to ensure public safety and smooth crowd management.

The comprehensive operation will be led by 9,884 Dubai Police officers, supported by 13,502 private security personnel. Security measures will also include 1,625 patrol units, 36 bicycle patrols, 34 mounted patrols, and 53 marine rescue boats to secure coastal and waterfront areas.

Fireworks displays will illuminate many of Dubai’s most iconic landmarks and destinations, spanning urban centres, beachfronts, desert resorts, and mountain areas such as Hatta. Key locations include Downtown Dubai, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Creek Harbour, Global Village, and several luxury resorts and golf clubs across the emirate.

Confirmed Fireworks Locations (40):

• Address Montgomerie;
• Al Arab Marina;
• Al Marmoom Oasis;
• Al Seef;
• Arabian Ranches Golf Club;
• Atlantis The Royal;
• Bab Al Shams Desert Resort;
• Banyan Tree;
• Bluewaters;
• Burj Al Arab;
• Burj Khalifa;
• Dubai Festival City;
• Dubai Frame;
• Dubai International Stadium;
• Dubai Parks and Resorts;
• Emirates Golf Club;
• Expo City Dubai;
• Five Palm Jumeirah;
• Global Village (seven shows);
• Hatta;
• JA Beach Hotel;
• J1 Beach;
• Jumeirah Beach Hotel;
• Jumeirah Golf Estates;
• Le Royal Méridien Beach Resort & Spa;
• Madinat Jumeirah;
• Nammos Restaurant;
• Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Dubai;
• One&Only Royal Mirage;
• One&Only The Palm;
• Palazzo Versace Dubai;
• Park Hyatt Dubai;
• Sofitel The Palm Dubai;
• The World – Voco Monaco Dubai;
• Topgolf Dubai;
• Town Square;
• Trump International Golf Club;
• Dubai Creek Harbour;
• Dubai Festival City Waterfront.

Authorities have urged residents and visitors to plan journeys in advance, follow official traffic and safety advisories, and use public transport where possible to ensure a safe and enjoyable New Year’s Eve celebration.