Revealed: Where to watch Eid Al Adha cannons in Dubai- full list of locations
Photo: AFP file
The traditional Eid Al Adha cannon salute is returning this year to Dubai, with six designated locations across the emirate confirmed by Dubai Police. The ceremonial cannon fire, a practice deeply embedded in UAE heritage, will take place immediately after the Eid prayer, scheduled for 5:45am.
Cannon fire has been part of Emirati culture for decades, historically used to announce significant moments during religious holidays. During Ramadan, it's used to signal iftar; during Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha, it announces the start of the holiday.
According to Lieutenant Colonel Abdullah Tarish Al Amimi, Commander of the Dubai Police Cannons Unit, the Eid cannon is 'a symbolic gesture deeply rooted in the memory and consciousness of the community,' and part of the country's efforts to preserve its cultural identity.
If you'd like to witness the cannon fire in person, Dubai Police have confirmed these six sites:
Za'abeel Grand Mosque, Za'abeel
Eid Musallah, Umm Suqeim
Eid Musallah, Nad Al Hamar
Eid Musallah, Al Barsha
Eid Musallah, Al Baraha
Eid Musallah, Hatta
The cannons are typically fired right after the Eid prayer, so early arrival is recommended if you're attending in person.
Dubai Police have completed logistical and safety preparations to ensure the event runs smoothly. Officers will be stationed at each site to manage traffic, crowd movement, and overall safety. Families attending are encouraged to follow on-site instructions and arrive early to avoid congestion.
In addition to the cannon events, authorities are ramping up citywide public safety efforts for the Eid Al Adha holiday period. The police have warned motorists against speeding, reckless driving, and traffic violations during the break.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Time of India
11 hours ago
- Time of India
UAE 2026 holiday forecast: Likely dates for Ramadan, Eid Al Fitr, and Eid Al Adha revealed
Actual dates for Islamic events will be confirmed based on official moon sightings in the UAE/(Representational Image) As UAE residents return from the recent Eid Al Adha long weekend, attention is already turning toward the next set of significant Islamic dates and holidays in 2026 (1447 AH). The UAE's Astronomy Centre has now released its projected calendar for the upcoming Hijri year, offering a preview of when Muslims in the country, and across the region, can expect to observe key religious events. It's important to note that these dates are based on astronomical calculations and remain subject to official moon sightings and government announcements, which will confirm the exact timing of public holidays. Hijri New Year (1 Muharram 1447 AH) Expected Date: Thursday, June 26, 2025 The Islamic New Year is set to begin on Thursday, June 26, 2025, with the Moon sighting for the month of Muharram expected on the evening of Wednesday, June 25, corresponding to Dhul Hijjah 29, 1446 AH. As per the UAE's official public holiday calendar, residents can expect a public holiday on this occasion, marking the start of the new Hijri year 1447 AH. Ramadan 2026 (1 Ramadan 1447 AH) Expected Start: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 (Western regions) Thursday, February 19, 2026 (Eastern regions) In a welcomed shift, Ramadan 2026 is likely to fall in the cooler month of February, a departure from this year's early March schedule. This year, Ramadan began on Saturday, March 1, 2025, but due to the Islamic lunar calendar moving 10 to 12 days earlier each year, next year's fasting month is expected to begin on: Tuesday, February 17, 2026 (moon sighting) Wednesday, February 18, 2026 (start of Ramadan in western regions like UAE) Thursday, February 19, 2026 (start in eastern regions) As always, actual dates may differ depending on regional moon sightings. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Discover Adult Only Resorts Resorts | Search Ads Undo The holy month, which spans 29 or 30 days, is observed with fasting from dawn to dusk and is a time marked by charity, prayer, and community across the Muslim world. Eid Al Fitr 2026 (1 Shawwal 1447 AH) Expected Date: Friday, March 20, 2026 Eid Al Fitr marks the end of Ramadan and is determined by the sighting of the Shawwal crescent. Based on current projections, the moon is expected to be sighted on Thursday, March 19, 2026, which would place Eid Al Fitr on Friday, March 20, 2026. As with Ramadan, the exact timing of Eid celebrations can vary depending on geographic location: Western regions, including the UAE, are expected to mark Eid on March 20 Eastern regions may observe Eid a day later, on Saturday, March 21, 2026 The holiday is a time for communal prayers, festive meals, and charitable giving, following a month of spiritual discipline. Eid Al Adha 2026 (10 Dhul Hijjah 1447 AH) Expected Date: Tuesday, May 26, 2026 (UAE and western regions) Wednesday, May 27, 2026 (Eastern regions) The Festival of Sacrifice, or Eid Al Adha, is one of the holiest days in Islam. It commemorates the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son in obedience to God's command. The day also follows the Day of Arafah (9 Dhul Hijjah), which is observed with fasting and reflection by Muslims worldwide, except for pilgrims performing Hajj. The crescent marking the start of Dhul Hijjah is expected to be seen on: Saturday, May 16, 2026, which places 1 Dhul Hijjah on Sunday, May 17 in the UAE In eastern regions, the moon may be sighted a day later, meaning 1 Dhul Hijjah would fall on Monday, May 18, 2026 Based on this timeline: Eid Al Adha in the UAE is expected on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 Other parts of the world, especially in the eastern hemisphere, may observe it on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 The nine days leading up to Eid are spent in devotion, prayer, and fasting, with the slaughter of livestock performed on Eid as a symbol of sacrifice and generosity, with meat distributed among family, friends, and the poor. Summary of Likely Dates (1447 AH | Gregorian 2025–2026) Event Likely Gregorian Date Notes Hijri New Year Thursday, June 26, 2025 Public holiday likely in UAE Ramadan Begins Wednesday, Feb 18, 2026 Eastern regions may start on Feb 19 Eid Al Fitr Friday, March 20, 2026 Subject to Ramadan length (29–30 days) Dhul Hijjah Begins Sunday, May 17, 2026 Eastern regions may begin on May 18 Eid Al Adha Tuesday, May 26, 2026 Likely one-day delay in eastern regions These dates have been calculated by the UAE Astronomy Centre and are based on lunar predictions. The final confirmation will come only through official moon sightings, conducted by the UAE's Moon Sighting Committee, which also urges the public to participate in moon sightings during important months. While these dates serve as a reliable forecast, residents are advised to wait for official announcements from UAE authorities closer to each event.
NDTV
20 hours ago
- NDTV
After 14-Hour Surgery, Dipika Kakar, Battling Liver Cancer, Celebrates Eid In Hospital With Shoaib Ibrahim
New Delhi: Television actress Dipika Kakar, recently diagnosed with stage two liver cancer, spent this year's Eid al-Adha in the hospital with her husband Shoaib Ibrahim. Earlier this week, the actress underwent a gruelling 14-hour surgery and is now showing signs of recovery. Shoaib shared a picture of their low-key Eid celebrations on his Instagram Story. The image featured the couple holding Eidi envelopes sent by Shoaib's father. Dipika was seen lying in a hospital bed, wearing a wristband labelled 'Fall Risk'. In the caption, Shoaib wrote, " Dipi aur mere liye papa ki taraf se eidi aayee [Papa sent eidi for both Dipi and me]. Eid Mubarak." See the post here: Shoaib Ibrahim, in his vlog, shared the ordeal of his wife Dipika Kakar's 14-hour surgery, which began at 8:30 AM and ended at 11:30 PM. The family didn't get any updates till 6-7 in the evening. 'Thankfully, the doctor assured me that if they don't come out with updates, it means the surgery is going well,' Shoaib recalled. The doctors successfully removed a portion of Dipika's liver where the tumour was located, along with her gallbladder. Shoaib said, "The doctors even removed Dipika's gallbladder as they detected stone and they had to cut a small portion of the liver as the tumour was cancerous. The doctors mentioned that the liver is a self-restorative organ so it shall heal itself with time. So it is not something to be stressed about but we have to stay cautious and take good care." After three days in the ICU, Dipika was shifted to a hospital room just in time for Eid. She is expected to stay in the hospital for another 3-5 days due to the surgery's complexity. While her latest blood test reports have come back normal, the couple are now awaiting the biopsy report on the removed tumour. Shoaib also offered reassurance to fans, stating that Dipika's liver will grow as it has the natural ability to regenerate. He added that doctors are optimistic about Dipika's recovery, although it will require time and close monitoring.
Time of India
20 hours ago
- Time of India
Farmed production of some fish - and seaweed
Asia leads global farmed fish production (Image credit: AFP) The amount of farmed seafood we consume -- as opposed to that taken wild from our waters -- is soaring every year, making aquaculture an ever-more important source for many diets, and a response to overfishing. According to the UN's Food and Agriculture Organization, nearly 99 million tonnes of aquatic animals (fish, molluscs like oysters and mussels and crustaceans like prawns) were farmed around the world in 2023, five times more than three decades ago. Since 2022, the farming of aquatic animals has been steadily overtaking fishing around the world -- but with large disparities from species to species. Fast-growing species: by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Windows Users Don't Forget To Do This Before Monday Read More Undo The two biggest sellers on the market in 2023, carp and tilapia, mainly came from freshwater farming, while other widely-consumed fish, like herring, came just from deep sea fishing Thierry Laugier, a researcher at Ifremer, France's national institute for ocean science and technology, told AFP that fish farmers choose species that grow quickly and with simple requirements, to be able to control the life cycle. Sales of the most widely farmed fish in Europe, Atlantic salmon, came to 1.9 million tonnes in 2023, 99 per cent of which were farmed. "We know how to control the ageing or how to launch a reproduction cycle, through injecting hormones," Laugier said. Asia main producer: Asia is by far the biggest producer of farmed fish, accounting for 92 per cent of the 136 million tonnes -- of both animal and plant species -- produced under manmade conditions in 2023. "For carp, it comes down to tradition, it has been farmed for thousands of years on the Asian continent," the Ifremer researcher said. At the other end of the spectrum, sardines and herring are just fished in the oceans, mainly for profitability reasons as some fish grow very slowly. "It takes around two years to get an adult-sized sardine," Laugier said. He said farming of some fish has not yet been started as, "for a long time, we thought the ocean was an inexhaustible resource". Seaweed: Little known in the West, seaweed nevertheless accounts for almost a third of world aquaculture production. Almost exclusively from Asia, seaweed production increased by nearly 200 percent in two decades, to 38 million tonnes. It is mainly used in industry, in jellies, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics, the expert said. He said seaweed also has the major advantage of absorbing not just CO2 in the oceans, but also nitrogen and certain pollutants. "And from an ecological point of view it is better to farm macroalgae than salmon," Laugier said.
