Is it a celebration in the UAE if no fireworks are sparkling across the sky? Never. Keeping with the tradition, Eid Al Fitr will have a slew of dazzling fireworks displays this year, too. To mark the first day of Eid Al Fitr on March 30, the night skies above Dubai and Abu Dhabi will burst into brilliant colours with multiple fireworks shows. They’ll be fiery, fabulous and – the best part – free! Here’s where you can watch Eid Al Fitr fireworks shows in the UEA.
Dubai
1. e& Beach Canteen
The beachside food festival has been hitting it out of the park having kicked off during the last leg of Ramadan with markets, shopping and delicious pop-up food stalls. For Eid, they’re not just doling out banging food but also some bang, whizz and pop in the form of a fireworks display on the first day of Eid, March 30 at 8pm.
2. Nessnass Beach, Jumeirah Open Beach
Catch some sea breeze and shoreline views of spectacular fireworks reflected on the Arabian Sea waters at this public beach in Jumeirah. The Eid Al Fitr fireworks take place at 8pm on March 30, the first day of Eid.
3. Bluewaters Island and The Beach, JBR
Fireworks don’t get more Insta-worthy than those in and around JBR and Bluewaters Island. Their stunning vistas of Ain Dubai and Dubai Marina frame the glittering shower of sparks. Catch a sizzling Eid Al Fitr firework display here on the second day of Eid, March 31 at 8pm.
4. Riverland, Dubai Parks and Resorts
It’s double the dazzle at this cluster of theme parks off the Dubai-Abu Dhabi road. On the first two days of Eid, March 30 and 31, revelries get to a glowing finish with a fireworks display and laser shows. While the fireworks will happen at 9:30pm, laser shows will happen at 7:30pm, 8:30pm and 9:30pm. The fireworks will be visible from all parts of the park, but the European village-themed Riverland will offer you the greatest viewpoint.
5. Global Village
What better way to soak up Global Village’s 29th season than with the pomp and splendour of a fireworks display? The beloved tourist attraction and theme park is pulling out all the stops for Eid with nine days of firework displays from March 28 to April 5. It’s also your chance to make the most of its many food stalls, pavilions, shopping opportunities, amusement rides, and entertainment shows. Entry to Global Village costs AED 25 per person.
6. Hatta
As one of the world’s most beautiful small towns, Hatta is both the perfect getaway for the long Eid weekend and a fabulous vantage point to view fireworks. At 8pm sharp on the first day of Eid, a shimmering burst of fireworks will erupt by the iconic Hatta Sign. It’s a great excuse for an evening hike to the world’s largest landmark sign, which beat Los Angeles’ famous Hollywood Sign!
Abu Dhabi
The capital’s residents can checkout sparkling fireworks for Eid Al Fitr at these venues.
1. Yas Bay Waterfront
Fireworks explode over the waters of this entertainment destination all three days of Eid from March 30-April 1 at 9pm. The fireworks are free but for the best views, pulling up a chair at one Yas Bay’s many upscale restaurants is recommended.
2. Abu Dhabi Corniche
This 8km stretch of beach and manicured garden and play areas are a great spot to set up shot and watch the pyrotechnics above. The show starts at 9pm on March 30.
3. Hudayriyat Island
The Marsana Ramadan Souq at this destination is hosting fireworks displays for Eid Al Fitr in 2025.
4. Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium, Al Ain
The garden city’s football stadium will bloom with a fireworks display on Day 1 of Eid at 9pm – that’s March 30, mark it!
5-8. Other Abu Dhabi venues
Four other Abu Dhabi spots will also host Eid Al Fitr fireworks on the first day of Eid, March 30. They are Madinat Zayed Public Park, Ghayathi, behind Tamm Centre, and Al Mugheirah Beach, Al Marfa. Fireworks will be set off in and around these locations at 9pm sharp.