Cooperation and joint coordination between various government agencies and partners to make the New Year celebrations a success

Dubai is an ideal destination to celebrate the New Year

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Dubai welcomes the New Year with many celebrations that include various entertainment activities such as fireworks shows and laser shows at midnight, luxurious dinners, and artistic parties for a group of favorite and famous artists, as well as the various events and activities held within the twenty-sixth session of the Dubai Shopping Festival, to confirm that it is It is one of the few cities that are able to organize New Year celebrations and direct events within tight precautionary procedures and measures that contribute to preserving the health and safety of the public and visitors, and at the same time make them enjoy the happy atmosphere with the reception of the new year.

Dubai has strengthened its attractiveness as a preferred destination to visit in light of the precautionary measures taken by the Dubai government and the coordination of efforts between the public and private sectors, which made it obtain a "safe travel stamp" from the World Travel and Tourism Council, thus enhancing its position as one of the safest destinations in the world. The city has also released the "Dubai Guarantee" seal, which is cooperatively applied by "Dubai Tourism", the Department of Economic Development "Dubai Economy", and "Dubai Municipality" who in turn grant this seal to hotels, shopping centers and shops, restaurants and cafes, and tourist and entertainment destinations. Which shows full compliance with health and safety guidelines and preventive protocols, while Dubai was chosen as one of the safe cities in the World Economic Forum.

This occasion is an opportunity for citizens and residents in the country to spend the most beautiful times in Dubai, to explore more distinctive experiences, and to enjoy shopping offers, which is in line with the domestic tourism strategy in the UAE, recently adopted by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President The state, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, may God protect him, and its campaign, which was launched under the slogan "The Most Beautiful Winter in the World."

Everyone can welcome the year 2021, accompanied by family and loved ones, with the various distinct celebrations offered by Dubai, while taking advantage of the wonderful winter weather and enjoying the most delicious food in restaurants with stunning views, or by participating in family events that provide children with a variety of activities, while watching shows The spectacular fireworks at midnight are one of the highlights of the night, while the Dubai Shopping Festival activities that are spread across the city add to the joy, joy, fun and happiness to the atmosphere.

Dubai New Year's celebrations usually attract visitors from several international destinations, to spend the most enjoyable time, as the city in 2019 welcomed more than 16.73 million visitors, and its efforts succeeded in maintaining its position as a favorite destination to visit, and to be at the top of the list of destinations in the minds of 2020 travelers. 

 The following is a group of distinguished events and activities that can be enjoyed during the celebrations provided by the Dubai Shopping Festival, which is on the agenda of Dubai. 

Dubai Shopping Festival Markets

The public can go through distinctive experiences in the Dubai Shopping Festival markets, including the Festival Market in Seef provided by Al Foah during New Year's Eve, where they have the opportunity to explore the display of kites, as well as watch balloons designed in the form of sea creatures in real and large size.

Fans of the story "Alice in Wonderland" can also visit the Dubai Shopping Festival Market in Al Khawaneej area, which will offer them entertainment activities that include the magic maze, as well as the tea party area, outdoor cinema, arts and crafts area, in addition to the talking tree and the Wish Lake. The audience will also have a date with a 3-minute multimedia presentation to celebrate the New Year that sheds light on the trees in the lake using lasers and light and sound effects, at the following times: 8, 9, 10, 11 pm, 12 midnight, and others.  

You can also take advantage of promotions and discounts of up to 75 percent in malls and more than 3,500 stores across the city. 

Fireworks and laser shows

The emirate of Dubai will sparkle in 2021 with fireworks and laser shows in reception for the new year, which will light up its sky at twelve o'clock on Thursday evening, in an event that millions of followers from inside and outside the country await.

Several shows will be held in different places in the city, allowing the public to watch the fireworks wherever they are.

Where the shows can be seen in 23 locations spread across Dubai and include: Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab, Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai Festival City Mall, Dubai Frame, Global Village, La Mer, The Beach - opposite Jumeirah Beach Residence, Al Seef, Nashama Town Square, Bab Al Shams Resort, Le Royal Meridien Resort and Spa, Bvlgari Resort Dubai, Arabian Ranches Golf Club, Emirates Golf Club, The Address Montgomery Dubai Hotel, Jebel Ali Hotel, Four Seasons Hotel, One & Only Hotel - Palm Jumeirah, as well as One & Only Royal Mirage , Atlantis Hotel, Jumeirah Zabeel Saray, and Park Hyatt Hotel.

To enjoy these celebrations, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) provides via the sea routes the ferry transportation, the abra, the water bus and the taxi to watch the fireworks displays that will be held at Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab, Jumeirah Beach and Palm Jumeirah.

Drone shows and fireworks can also be seen at The Beach, opposite JBR and Bluewaters.

Concerts

The live concerts that will be witnessed in Dubai vary, including a concert by the Russian singer Lolita Milevskaya in the Burj Al Arab. Entire Dubai, for a stunning panoramic view of the fireworks displays across the city.

For lovers of electro-music and DJs, there will be no better way to welcome the new year except with a group of the most famous electrician musicians and DJs around the world, including artists Adriatique and Solardo from Manchester, who will give a special party in the Soho Park at the Square Hotel, as well as a dinner banquet. Delicious food, along with the wonderful atmosphere and beautiful views of the fireworks at Burj Khalifa.

Atlantis The Palm will host the famous KISS band, which will release its new song, which will be deposited in 2020, while the world-renowned Arab electronic music leader Saeed Murad will present his most beautiful pieces in Dubai Opera, in a wonderful evening that also includes performances by DJ Save and Sound, and Novo Soul Band with Carrie Gibson, which will feature a luxurious dinner inspired by modern musical art.

The famous artist Nassif Zaitoun will be greeted with his new year audience at the ceremony that will be held at the Dubai World Trade Center, to cheer the audience with his distinguished songs on the oud strings and piano tunes, and Wael Kfoury, "King of Romance", will join the Syrian artist Muhammad Khairy in the ceremony that will be held at the Festival Arena in Dubai Festival City.

British composer and global music DJ Joel Curry will present a set of new songs dedicated to welcoming the new year at Zero Gravity, as well as the signature dinner at the floating restaurant, while Corrie will present his pieces on the stage of the restaurant by the pool.

Those who prefer to welcome the new year with a winter atmosphere can join the open-air party organized by the Jazz Garden Restaurant in the "Gate Avenue" in the DIFC, where the restaurant will continue its series of celebrations for the fourth week in a row in advance of an exceptional party with the participation of the multi-talented artist Monique Twames, who will present a mixture of Jazz, soul, angel, and pop.

The ceremony, which will be held at Presti Restaurant in Dubai Marina, will be titled: "Look Down Breakout", as the celebrations begin at sunset from Thursday with a range of entertainment activities and wonderful songs by the coordinator Sweet Chilli Jam until midnight.

The Lones Ballroom at the Emirates Golf Club will welcome the new year with a series of celebrations surrounded by stunning views of the Dubai Marina, as well as live musical performances of the most famous songs of international singers Stevie Wonder and Rod Stewart, followed by enjoying watching the fireworks at midnight.

The schedule of events for New Year's Eve celebrations in Dubai can be viewed via the link: Dubai Calendar of Events, and tickets for events can be obtained directly from the Dubai Calendar website or via the Dubai Calendar app for smartphones.

Dubai Shopping Festival events can be viewed by visiting @dsfsocial on social media or www.mydsf.ae   

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