For the first time ever, the UAE’s biggest NYE festivities will be extended to eight days rather than just one night, with a Bollywood touch, as the Burj Khalifa show will be led by the Iconic star King of Bollywood Shah Rukh Khan.
Downtown Dubai will be transformed into a show bigger and bolder than ever this year, with a weeklong celebration running from December 31 to January 7. Emaar announced that the world’s tallest tower and its surroundings will be turned into one of the grandest open-air stages ever created, with a cinematic touch far beyond the traditional midnight countdown.
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Both locals and visitors can look forward to a weeklong programme of live performances, fireworks, light shows, immersive installations and a grand parade that will move through the heart of Downtown Dubai.
Mohamed Alabbar, founder of Emaar, announced that the Bollywood extravaganza will be presented with Shah Rukh Khan, popularly known as King Khan, though no further details were shared. The actor frequently visits the UAE, has called Dubai his second home, and has been named Dubai’s official brand ambassador to promote tourism.
NYE 2026 at Burj Khalifa
New Year’s Eve celebrations across Downtown Dubai remain free and open to all, but a key highlight will be Burj Khalifa’s ticketed experience, which adds a Bollywood element to the celebration through a collaboration with Red Chillies Entertainment, founded by megastar Shah Rukh Khan. The partnership brings an immersive experience to the event, featuring electrifying performances available exclusively to Burj Park ticket holders.
“We are creating a celebration on a record-breaking scale, featuring a stage larger than ever before and performances that will astonish and inspire. Every moment and every light has been designed to capture the spirit, creativity and ambition of our city. It will be a night for the world to witness and remember,” Said Emaar.
Families can also enjoy free live entertainment, kids’ workshops and a wide range of food stalls.
Parade larger than before
The excitement extends far beyond Burj Park. A grand parade will roll through Downtown Dubai showcasing massive floats, lit-up puppets, and performers celebrating Dubai’s creativity and cultural diversity. As it moves through Downtown Dubai, the parade promises to deliver an immersive experience for everyone. Get ready for epic moments designed to be experienced live and captured for social media.
Tickets to Burj Park NYE are priced at DH550 for children aged between 5 and 12 years (free for those under 5) and DH950 for adults.
Tickets must be purchased online through Emaar’s official website.
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