The UAE is about to mark its 50th birthday, the Golden Jubilee. Not only does this mean an enormous celebration around the UAE, but it also means a whole range of activities for us to enjoy. This 2021 National Day weekend is about to be an unforgettable one.
The break begins December 1st which will be Commemoration Day, a holiday to honour those who lost their lives serving the country. Then, December 2nd will mark the UAE’s National Day.
We’ve gathered all the things you *must* do during this little break, as well as all the greatest deals cause honestly, you deserve it.
VidCon Abu Dhabi
Not only are some of the most popular TikTok and Youtube stars flying down to Abu Dhabi for Vidcon, but there’ll also be performances by huge singers such as Kehlani and Nick Jonas.
Vidcon will be held at the Abu Dhabi Exhibition Center from December 3rd to 5th. You can get tickets on platniumlist.com.
National Day BBQ at the DoubleTree Hilton, Dubai
Grab your family and friends and head over to the Double Tree Hilton in Dubai Jumeriah for the UAE Birthday BBQ. Watch the firework displays while you dine on a scrumptious BBQ.
On December 2, from 7 pm to 11 pm at AED 110 per child and AED 189 for dinner with food & water.
50th anniversary celebrations at Yas Mall, Abu Dhabi
Head over to Yas Mall in Abu Dhabi to catch Pasha Zazan on the violin, a Charlie Chaplin impersonator, a modern-day carnival, and Strawhatz dance crew breakbeats to K-Pop music in their famous Chinese straw hats.
5 Brilliant shows at the Dubai Opera
Dubai Opera is celebrating National Day with Dhs50 tickets for five new shows! Make sure to get tickets for:
- 2 December – 8pm show – Anna Karenina
- 21 December – 8pm show – Sound of Christmas
- 27 December– 8pm – Tosca
- 5 January – 8pm – Chicago! The Musical
- 5 February– 2pm – Flamenco Passion
BoxFetti UAE National Day collection
BoxFetti (a celebration in a box) has just launched its UAE National Day collection that is perfect for honouring the upcoming anniversary! The exclusive product line sets itself apart with its unique design, created together with famous Arab artist Dina Sami. Get yours at Boxfetti.com
Park Hyatt National Day offer
Head over to Park Hyatt Dubai for 25% off suites for their National Day Celebration discount. Get your family together to celebrate this historic anniversary at Park Hyatt Dubai, located on the banks of Dubai Creek, providing a pleasant setting for some luxurious escapism. With Instagrammable moments and lush landscapes around every corner, this is a getaway you don’t want to miss out on.
The offer is valid from 28th of November to the 22nd of December and includes:
- Save 25% on your selected suite stay
- Complimentary breakfast at Brasserie du Park for two adults and two children (up to 6 years old)
National Aquarium, Abu Dhabi
If you’re looking for somewhere new to see during the holiday in Abu Dhabi, head over to the National Aquarium. Home to 46,000 creatures and 300 species, the aquarium is the perfect place to spend time with your family. There’s a bunch of great activities for everyone, from scuba diving, animal feedings, and much more.
Clymb Abu Dhabi
If you’re up for some indoor adventure, Clymb is just the thing for you. Clymb in Yas Island is home to the nationals largest indoor climbing wall, at 138 ft tall. The venue also has an indoor skydiving section, as well as activities for the kids.
Visiting the Expo 2020 Dubai
If you haven’t already been, now is the perfect time and weather tbh, to visit Expo 2020 in Dubai. Watch out for a huge line-up of shows throughout National Day week, and activities held by each pavilion for the Golden Jubilee.
Watch the fireworks, all over the UAE
Who doesn’t love a firework show? Every year the UAE just keeps getting better at their displays. You can see the spectacular show December 2nd at The Pointe, Atlantis The Palm, Bluewaters, La Mer, and even Burj Al Arab.
You can also see displays at Yas Island and Corniche in Abu Dhabi.
Keep checking this space for more deals and things to do!