UAE National Day 2018: Celebration in Abu Dhabi
This year marks the 47th annual National Day and it will honour the UAE’s founding father, the late H. H. Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, more than ever before.
In line with this year’s Year of Zayed celebrations, the festivities in Abu Dhabi are running under the theme of ‘This is Zayed. This is the UAE’ on December 2.
And from mega public gatherings and spectacular showcases to stunning art exhibitions, there’s a lot going on this National Day.
The official celebrations at Zayed Sports City
Held at Zayed Sports City Stadium, this is one bash that promises to elevate National Day celebrations to a whole other level.
Organisers have vowed to deliver “stunning performances, the likes of which have never been seen before”.
We can expect entertaining live shows, plenty of music, visual arts and interactive performances.
And maybe even a colourful air display or two.
Tickets can be booked on www.uaenationalday.ae or call 800 86823.
Enjoy the festivities at Yas Marina
There’s no time for Yas Marina to relax after the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix as National Day follows quickly in its wake.
The popular destination will host a Gulf heritage-themed event, three days of entertainment and lots of activities to keep all ages entertained.
The fun takes place across December 1 to 3 from 3pm to 7pm each day.
And there’ll be a spectacular fireworks display to enjoy at 7pm on Sunday, December 2.
A colourful spectacle at Yas Marina Circuit
The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix will be done and dusted by the time the next big spectacle rolls into town for National Day.
Yas Marina Circuit will play host to a fun-filled day to celebrate the UAE turning 47.
There will be lots to do for all the family with live music, drift car shows, off-track entertainment and cultural experiences.
And let’s not forget the grand finale of fireworks lighting up the Yas Island skies.
Free. December 2, 2pm-8pm. Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Island.
Water Battle at Yas Waterworld
Certainly one of the coolest places in the capital to celebrate National Day, and we don’t just mean the water.
The ever-popular Yas Island theme park is hosting a mega Water Battle and it promises to be a fun-filled affair.
Families can choose different coloured water pistols and soak each other in the Amwaj battle arena.
Water pistols will be handed out free on a first come, first served basis and it begins at 11.47am on December 2.
Prices vary. December 2. Yas Waterworld, Yas Island. www.yaswaterworld.com