Millions of people celebrate New Year in Dubai. This event is now on par with celebrations in major cities globally. In Burj Khalifa alone over 1.5 million people physically gather to witness the spectacle.

How NOT to celebrate New Year in Dubai

If you plan to join the huge crowd, be prepared for:

  1. Overcrowding to the point of suffocation
  2. Inflated prices as high as Burj Khalifa
  3. Parking congestion for hours

Avoid the hassles. We have some alternatives. Check out 5 alternative ways to celebrate New Year in Dubai:

Cruise and Water Taxi

Celebrate New Year in Dubai on cruise ships and water taxis. There are several cruise companies in Dubai Marina offering perfect views of fireworks. The Roads and Transport Authority in Dubai (RTA) has launched a chartered Water Taxi service as well. Skip the roads, take the naval route.

Your Dream Car

Experience the New Year long weekend in your dream car. Drive on large smooth highways of UAE. Pick from our long list of luxury cars. Fireworks are seen across all Emirates as they happen in multiple locations. So your Fujairah road trip AND New Year fireworks can happen together.

At the Beach

Dubai winters are perfect for beach time. Dubai alone has several beaches. You can witness New Year fireworks from Kite Beach, Umm Suqeim Beach and Jumeirah Beach Residences.

Viewing Apartments

View spectacular fireworks from a Burj View apartment. Downtown Dubai and Business Bay have several towers with viewing areas. Visit a friend who has an office or apartment in the area. Or explore the holiday home options for viewing fireworks. Make sure you buy only from Dubai Tourism licensed operators.

Live Television

Why bother with traffic? Stay home and order some good food. Sit back and watch fireworks from the comfort of your big screen. Another option is to visit the nearest sports bar or café with friends. No self respecting café will ever miss the New Year fireworks on television. Have fun!