Dubai Marks UAE's 55th National Day With 11 Days of Citywide Celebrations and Free Concerts on Dec. 1–2

Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) announced on November 12 that Dubai will host 11 days of citywide celebrations from November 26 to December 6 to mark the UAE's 55th Eid Al Etihad, with parades, live performances, family activities, shopping offers and special dining across malls, neighbourhoods and landmarks.

Two free concerts headlined by Balqees and Al Shehhi

At the centre of the programme are two evenings of free live music at Festival Bay, Dubai Festival City Mall: Emirati singer Balqees performs on Tuesday, December 1, followed on Wednesday, December 2 by Khaleeji singer-songwriter Mohammed Al Shehhi. Entry is free, with ticket registration details to be announced. Separately, the Eid Al Etihad Village at City Walk will host a free concert by Yara on December 2.

Heritage and family activities across the city

Emirati heritage will be brought into public spaces throughout the celebrations, with cultural performances, family workshops, heritage experiences and traditional bands at various destinations, including the Ayala and Harbiya dances, and new waterfront light displays inspired by the UAE flag and national symbols. Suhaila Saqer Ghubash, vice president of festivals and events at DFRE, said Eid Al Etihad is one of the most special occasions in the UAE calendar, and that the 55th anniversary programme lets residents and visitors experience the nation's journey, heritage and shared values across the city; with this year also the Year of Family, family activities are a central theme.

Source: Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) official release (via Dubai PR Network).