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What To Know
- While the citywide celebrations remain open to the public, this experience focuses on comfort, access management, and an uninterrupted view of the fireworks and live performances.
- EMAAR New Year’s Eve 2026 at Burj Park places guests at the center of Downtown Dubai’s most anticipated night, offering a ticketed viewing experience directly beside the Burj Khalifa.
- The event is produced by EMAAR and hosted at Burj Park, one of the closest public locations to the Burj Khalifa display zone.
Premium access, guaranteed views, and an exclusive Burj Khalifa fireworks setting in Downtown Dubai
EMAAR New Year’s Eve 2026 at Burj Park places guests at the center of Downtown Dubai’s most anticipated night, offering a ticketed viewing experience directly beside the Burj Khalifa. Scheduled for Wednesday, December 31, 2025, the event runs from 12:00 PM through 1:30 AM and provides a controlled, premium environment for those who want guaranteed access, clear sightlines, and structured entry. While the citywide celebrations remain open to the public, this experience focuses on comfort, access management, and an uninterrupted view of the fireworks and live performances. The event is produced by EMAAR and hosted at Burj Park, one of the closest public locations to the Burj Khalifa display zone.
A Ticketed Viewing Experience at Burj Park
Burj Park sits directly adjacent to the Burj Khalifa and offers a fixed vantage point that eliminates the uncertainty of securing space during New Year’s Eve. Guests with tickets gain access to designated areas inside the park, supported by controlled entry gates, official badges, and wristbands issued on site. The experience includes live entertainment throughout the day and evening, with the main fireworks display scheduled at midnight. The 2026 edition also features a special collaboration with Frontstage by Red Chillies Entertainment, founded by Shah Rukh Khan, adding curated entertainment programming to the night.
Ticket Prices, Entry Rules, and Timing
Adult tickets are priced at AED 997.50, while children aged five to twelve are priced at AED 577.50. Children under five receive complimentary entry but must still register and collect an official badge for access. Tickets are available online only and do not include food or beverages. Gates open at 12:00 PM, and final entry is permitted until 6:00 PM. Once guests exit the venue, re entry is not allowed, making planning essential for the evening.
Badge Collection and Access Requirements
Badge collection is mandatory and takes place between December 26 and December 30, 2025, at Dubai Mall and Dubai Hills Mall. Entry to Burj Park requires presentation of the badge at designated Downtown Gate 5 entry points, including the Mexican Gate and Opera Gate. Security screening and bag checks are conducted at entry. Wristbands are issued after verification, granting access to the viewing areas and amenities.
Food, Transport, and Event Logistics
A curated selection of food trucks and beverage stalls will operate inside Burj Park throughout the event, alongside restroom facilities. Guests are advised to reach the area by 4:00 PM. Parking availability changes during the day, with early access public parking near Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard, Zabeel Parking, and Fountain Views. After 4:00 PM, parking shifts to Al Wasl Club Parking and Al Meydan Falcon Heritage and Sports Centre, with shuttle buses running to the Dubai Opera bus stop for badge holders. Metro services operate subject to authority decisions, and taxis are available prior to road closures.
EMAAR New Year’s Eve 2026 at Burj Park delivers a structured, premium way to experience Dubai’s flagship celebration from one of its closest public viewing locations. With guaranteed views, managed access, live
entertainment, and clear entry logistics, the event caters to guests who prioritize certainty and proximity on the city’s biggest night. Badge access, timed entry, and a fixed venue layout remove guesswork from the evening, while Downtown Dubai provides the backdrop for the world’s most watched New Year’s Eve fireworks display.
