The UAE loves to celebrate. And when we get an opportunity to party, we love our fireworks. Whether it’s Christmas Eve, New Year, or any other excuse to light up the night sky, we break out the pyrotechnics and wow the crowds.

So where are the best spots to watch the fireworks? And how can you get to and from those top spots in comfort? Here are some tips from Hertz Car Rental.

Christmas in Dubai

While the UAE is predominantly a Muslim region, all religions and faiths are welcomed here. So Dubai loves to join in with the Christian celebration of Christmas, after all, who doesn’t love a party? Although we’re surrounded by deserts, you can still get that wonderfully wintery feeling by taking a trip to Ski Dubai at the Mall of the Emirates. Slap on your salopettes, strap on your skis and experience a winter wonderland.

Afterwards, grab a frothy hot chocolate as an indulgent treat and head over to the Dubai fountains for their incredible light and laser show every evening. It’s a dazzling display of synchronised magic using the fountains as the focal point and adding in a fantastic light and music show that is sure to wow everyone of all ages. There are bound to be some fireworks in the mix too, so keep a lookout for updates at key locations such as the Burj Khalifa.

Dubai Shopping Festival

The festive season is a perfect excuse to go shopping and buy gifts for loved ones, but in Dubai you can go one better with the amazing Dubai Shopping Festival. Not only is this your chance to shop ‘til you drop, but the festivities keep everyone entertained as well. Concerts, live music, shows and firework displays dazzle audiences at Dubai Opera and the Global Village, or head down to the beach for the best seats in town and watch the festival’s fireworks light up the sky.

The festival lasts from December to February, so you have plenty of time to hunt out bargains, grab deals, and try some authentic cuisine at Burj Park. Just make sure you hire a car from Hertz to get all those amazing bargains back home again.

New Years Eve

The holidays are another opportunity to enjoy yourself in the UAE. From the quiet tranquillity of Christmas Day itself to all the excitement of New Year’s eve, firework displays play their part in the festivities.

The tallest building in the world is the focus of Dubai’s New Year fireworks, with a fabulous display of fireworks lighting up the sky around the Burj Khalifa. Combined with a dazzling laser show, it’s the perfect way to see the New Year in. Bookings in the tower’s restaurants are quick to sell out, so you’ll need to book well ahead to get a prime spot for the show.

If you can’t get a seat in the tower itself, other top spots to watch the fireworks include the Dubai Fountain (which has its own music and light show too), or Souk Al Bahar for a really clear view of the show.

The iconic Burj Al Arab, that gorgeous replica of a classic dhow in full sail, is always a centre point for New Year celebrations. Combining a light show and firework display on the stroke of midnight, it’s a real crowd pleaser. Watch from a table at one of the restaurants in the elegant Madinat Jumeirah resort, or drive down to Kite Beach and sit on the sand to watch the show.

Out-of-town displays – how Hertz can help

If you’re not in Dubai for New Year’s Eve, you’ll find celebrations taking place all across the UAE. From Abu Dhabi to Sharjah and Ajman, celebrations are just as passionate and just as exciting. To get to these events, a hire car from Hertz Car Rental is exactly what you need. If you’re taking the whole family to the show, you can benefit from great deals for short-term rentals and leasing.

A family-friendly Toyota RAV-4 is perfect for a holiday to the beach, or why not hire a super-efficient Toyota Camry Hybrid to get you around town while keeping your carbon footprint down? Bear in mind that parking is going to be at a premium during the celebrations, so choose a nippy Honda City to get you through the traffic.

Check out what’s on offer online, and keep a watch out for our special deals this festive season.

ABU DHABI MALL Voco Hotel - Trade Centre Dubai Head Office, Al Rashidiya Dubai Airport Terminal 1 Dubai Airport Terminal 3 Dubai Motor City Dubai Marina Dubai Festival City Abu Dhabi Airport Al Reem, Abu Dhabi Al Reef, Abu Dhabi Sharjah Airport Al Hamra Mall, RAK

ABU DHABI MALL

Address

AK07 Al Mayaani Street, Al Zahiyah, AUH Mall,
Abu Dhabi ,
United Arab Emirates

Phone

026315320

Opening Hours

Sunday to Thursday - 10:00 am to 10:00 pm Friday to Saturday - 10:00 am to 11:00 pm

Voco Hotel – Trade Centre

Address

VOCO HOTEL Nassima Tower - Trade Centre Trade Centre 1 – Dubai,
Dubai ,
United Arab Emirates

Phone

04-5510287

Opening Hours

Monday - Sunday: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Dubai Head Office, Al Rashidiya

Address

Um Ramool, Rashidiya,
Dubai ,
United Arab Emirates 36800

Phone

971 4 2060206

Opening Hours

Monday-Sunday; 07:00-22:00

Dubai Airport Terminal 1

Address

Terminal 1 Arrivals Hall, Dubai International Airport,
Dubai ,
United Arab Emirates 36800

Phone

971 4 2245222

Opening Hours

Monday-Sunday; 24 hours

Dubai Airport Terminal 3

Address

Terminal 3 Arrivals Hall, Dubai International Airport,
Dubai ,
United Arab Emirates 36800

Phone

971 4 2203013

Opening Hours

Monday-Sunday; 24 hours

Dubai Motor City

Address

Shop 8, Ground Floor, Foxhill 8, Motor City,
Dubai ,
United Arab Emirates 36800

Phone

971 4 4273200

Opening Hours

Sunday-Friday; 08:00-20:00 Saturday; Closed Sun 15th Sep 2024; Closed

Dubai Marina

Address

Hertz - Dubai Marina City Premiere Marina Deluxe Hotel Apartment ,
Dubai ,
United Arab Emirates 36800

Phone

971 4 4226775

Opening Hours

Sunday-Friday; 08:00-20:00 Saturday Closed Sun 15th Sep 2024; Closed

Dubai Festival City

Address

InterContinental Hotel, Dubai Festival City,
Dubai ,
United Arab Emirates 36800

Phone

971 4 7011239

Opening Hours

Sunday-Friday; 08:00 - 17:00 Saturday; Closed Sun 15th Sep 2024; Closed

Abu Dhabi Airport

Address

AUH Terminal A Rental Returns, short term park 2nd level,
Abu Dhabi ,
United Arab Emirates 36800

Phone

971 2805 8090 971 2805 8089

Opening Hours

Monday-Sunday; 24 hours

Al Reem, Abu Dhabi

Address

Marina Square, Al Reem Island,
Abu Dhabi ,
United Arab Emirates 36800

Phone

971 2 6320494

Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 09:00 - 18:00 Saturday : CLOSED Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00 Sun 15th Sep 2024; Closed

Al Reef, Abu Dhabi

Address

Al Reef Downtown, ,
Abu Dhabi ,
United Arab Emirates 36800

Phone

971 2 645 8488

Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 09:00 - 18:00 Saturday : CLOSED Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00 Sun 15th Sep 2024; Closed

Sharjah Airport

Address

Inside Arrivals Terminal, Kiosk 2, Outside baggage claim area, Sharjah Airport,
Sharjah ,
United Arab Emirates 36800

Phone

971 6 5528290

Opening Hours

Monday-Sunday; 08:00-20:00

Al Hamra Mall, RAK

Address

Unit 52, First Floor, Al Hamra Mall, Sheikh Muhammad Bin Salem Rd,
Ras Al Khaimah ,
United Arab Emirates 36800

Phone

971 7 2434386

Opening Hours

Monday - Sunday: 10:00 to 16:00, 19:00 to 22:00

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