Concerts, Fireworks and Array of Family-Oriented Activities Among Highlights of Saudi National Day Celebrations in Dubai
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s National Day will be celebrated in Dubai with great fervour, as residents and visitors get to enjoy a weekend of fun and entertainment on 22 and 23 September including concerts by popular Arab singers, in a reaffirmation of the strong fraternal relations between Saudi Arabia and UAE and historical ties between the brotherly peoples of the two countries.
As part of the Saudi National Day celebrations in Dubai, visitors from Saudi Arabia will be welcomed with sweets, flowers and gifts on arrival at Dubai International Airport on 20 September.
Hotels in Dubai are also adding to the excitement on the joyous occasion of the Saudi National Day with promotions and discounts on accommodation, especially for guests from Saudi Arabia, as well as a variety of activities for children. Among the hotels offering deals and discounts on the occasion of Saudi National Day are Sheraton Dubai, Mall of the Emirates, Lapita Hotel and Jumeirah Beach Hotel.
Arabic music fans are in for a fantastic treat as the Saudi National Day celebrations in Dubai will feature free-to-attend concerts by well known regional singers Waed and Rakan Khaled on 22 September at Dragon Mart 2 and Balqees and Dalia Mubarak at CITY WALK on 23 September.
On 23 September, residents and visitors can watch a spectacular fireworks display near Dubai Creek at 8.30 pm while malls and popular family attractions in the emirate will also join in the celebrations by hosting events and activities including a Saudi National Day show, a unique IMAGINE show and a LEGO® BRICKS FESTIVAL at Dubai Festival City and the distribution of Saudi national flags to visitors at Dragon Mart 2.
Dubai Parks and Resorts is organising a number of activities for families and children including the distribution of balloons for children and fireworks show at Riverland on 22 September at 9pm, giving a mesmerising glow to the Saudi National Day celebrations in Dubai.
Background Information
Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET)
With the ultimate vision of making Dubai the world’s leading commercial centre, investment hub and tourism destination, Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) is mandated to support the Government in positioning the emirate as a major hub for global economy and tourism, and in boosting the city’s economic and tourism competitiveness indicators. Under this remit, DET is driving efforts to further enhance Dubai’s diversified, innovative service-based economy to attract top global talent, deliver a world-class business environment and accelerate productivity growth. Additionally, DET is supporting Dubai’s vision to become the world’s best city to live and work in by promoting its diverse destination proposition, unique lifestyle and outstanding quality of life, overall.
DET is the principal authority for the planning, supervision, development and marketing of Dubai’s business and tourism sectors. It is also responsible for the licensing and classification of all types of businesses, including hotels, tour operators and travel agents. The DET portfolio includes Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing, Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment, Dubai Industries and Exports, Dubai Investment Development Agency (Dubai FDI) and Dubai SME, as well as Dubai College of Tourism, Dubai Calendar and Dubai Business Events.