Spectacular Eid 2025 fireworks to light up skies over Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi today: Time, venue, other details here
Dubai Parks and Resorts (DPR) will host stunning fireworks at Riverland Dubai on June 6 and 7 at 9:30 pm.
Even Abu Dhabi residents will be in for a treat as firework displays are planned at various locations throughout the long weekend, including Yas Bay Waterfront, Al Ain's Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium and The Corniche. The timings are given below:
Yas Bay Waterfront: 9:00 pm, June 6-8
Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium, Al Ain: 9:00 pm, June 6
The Corniche: 9:00 pm, June 6
Sharjah residents can enjoy a stellar fireworks show at Aljada, which will take place at 8:00 pm on Friday, June 6, Khaleej Times reported. This comes against the backdrop of extended operating hours for public parks, recreational areas and leisure facilities across the emirate.
After the morning Eid prayers today, the Dubai Police fired traditional cannons at 6 key spots, which symbolise the UAE's heritage. The firing of celebratory shots marks the start of festivities.
The festival, also known as the Feast of Sacrifice or Bakrid, will be celebrated in India a day after celebrations kick off in Saudi Arabia. This means Indian Muslims will celebrate Eid on Saturday, 7 June.
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