The UAE National Day, also known as UAE Union Day, is observed annually on 2 December to mark the unification of the Emirates in 1971. And to celebrate the occasion, Expo City, Dubai is all set to host events from 5 to 12 December.
Expo City, Dubai, concurrently hosting the COP28 climate change conference from 30 November to 12 December, will use the National Day ceremony to highlight the country's sustainability journey. Aligned with the theme of sustainability for 2023, the event will centre around this theme.
UAE residents can now secure tickets for the official National Day show. The spectacle, featuring 'innovative technologies and breathtaking projections', will be held from 5 to 12 December at Jubilee Park, Expo City, Dubai.
The show prices begin at Dhs 300 for the 30-minute presentation, which showcases the UAE's sustainability evolution from its formation in 1971 to the current day. Tickets can be purchased through the Union Day website. The doors open at 4pm, with the show commencing at 6pm. Seating operates on a first-come, first-served basis, and specific seats are not assigned at the time of booking.
The presentation will be conducted in both Arabic and English, with additional support provided through 'simultaneous translations' available in French, Mandarin, Spanish, and Russian.
The official ceremony will be broadcast live on all local TV channels and the official website.