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Dubai's Beach Cleaning Robots Work While the City Sleeps
Dubai Municipality has deployed autonomous electric robots that clean the city's beaches overnight, removing micro-litter before residents and tourists arrive each morning — part of Dubai's wider smart city push.
25 Jun 2026
Jebel Ali Beach: Dubai's Longest Public Beach Approved
Dubai's approved master plan for Jebel Ali Beach will create a 6.6-kilometre waterfront destination, making it the longest public beach in the emirate and a centrepiece of the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan that balances recreation with conservation.
1 Jun 2026
Dubai Eid Al Adha 2026 Deals: Free Ice Cream and More
Eid Al Adha 2026 is here, and Dubai has a full lineup of freebies and limited-time deals. Dubai Municipality is giving away free ice cream at six major parks, Emarat's Café Arabica is running BOGO on signature coffees, and a UAE dessert brand is matching the offer on zero-sugar s
27 May 2026
Khor Al Mamzar Beach Dubai Is Now Open
Dubai Municipality opened Khor Al Mamzar Beach on May 5, 2026 — Phase 1 of a AED 3 billion development. The 2.75 million sq ft destination features a 3.6 km shoreline, 24/7 night beach, floating walkway, padel courts, and full accessibility for People of Determination.
7 May 2026
Dubai Flame Trees: Sheikh Hamdan's City-Wide Planting Drive
Sheikh Hamdan has directed Dubai Municipality to roll out a city-wide flame tree planting drive this summer, with more than 50,000 trees already in the ground and free seedlings available to residents who want to plant their own.
4 May 2026
Dubai Work From Park: Outdoor Offices Now Open at Al Barsha
Dubai Municipality has launched the Work From Park initiative, bringing fully equipped coworking spaces into public parks. The first site at Al Barsha Pond Park opens in May with hot desks, podcast studios, and creator zones managed by Letswork.
20 Apr 2026
Dubai's First Women-Only Beach at Al Mamzar Corniche
Dubai's first women-only beach is almost ready. The Dh400 million Al Mamzar Corniche Development Project reached 88% completion in April 2026 — delivering a fully enclosed, permanently dedicated coastal zone for women, with night swimming, a sports club, and full amenities
11 Apr 2026
Dubai Opens 35 New Community Parks in 2026
Dubai Municipality is opening 35 new community parks in 2026, spanning over 340,000 sq m across 23 residential communities. Backed by AED 348 million, the parks include children's play areas, sports courts, cycling tracks, and food outlets — all within a five-minute walk of home.
7 Apr 2026
Dubai's 5 Family-Only Beaches for Eid Al Fitr 2026
Dubai Municipality has designated five public beaches — Jumeirah 1, 2, 3 and Umm Suqeim 1 and 2 — as family-only zones for Eid Al Fitr 2026. Night beach zones at Jumeirah 2 and Umm Suqeim 1 are included. Non-family groups should plan alternative beaches.
20 Mar 2026
Dubai Named World's Cleanest City for Sixth Year in a Row
Dubai has once again been ranked the world's cleanest city, securing the top position for the sixth consecutive year with a perfect 100% cleanliness score in the Global Power City Index issued by Japan's Mori Memorial Foundation.
9 Mar 2026
Dubai Public Safety Law 2026: Key Rules to Know
Dubai has introduced a new public safety law aimed at strengthening protections for residents and visitors across the emirate. Issued by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the legislation — Law No. (2) of 2026 — officially comes into force on June 1, 2026, covering beaches
9 Mar 2026
Dubai Launches AI Ehsan Stations for Stray Animals
Dubai Municipality has launched 12 AI-powered Ehsan Stations across city parks and Dubai Holding sites to automatically identify and feed stray animals, replacing unregulated feeding with a structured, data-driven approach to animal welfare and public space management.
9 Mar 2026
Dubai Update: Beaches, Malls and Gyms Open
Dubai continues to operate smoothly across most sectors, with beaches, malls, gyms and restaurants welcoming visitors. Here is the latest update on key services including DXB airport, schools and outdoor attractions as of March 5, 2026.
5 Mar 2026
Dubai 2040 Plan Opens New Plazas in Lehbab and Nazwah
Dubai Municipality has opened recreational plazas in Lehbab 1, Lehbab 2 and Nazwah under the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan. The new sites span over 330,000 sq ft and feature sports courts, running tracks, children's play zones with rubber flooring, outdoor fitness equipment, and
19 Feb 2026
Dubai Beach Upgrades 2026: Night Swims, New Zones
Dubai beach upgrades for 2026 are transforming the entire coastline. Umm Suqeim gets a Dh500m expansion, Al Mamzar opens a women-only night beach, and Hatta introduces a Crystal Lagoon mountain retreat — all ahead of peak summer demand.
10 Feb 2026
Dubai Parks: Designed to Feel Like Home
Dubai's parks and beaches have become some of the city's most loved spaces — and it's no accident. Dubai Municipality Director General Marwan bin Ghalita says every design element, from lighting to layout, is shaped by research aimed at making residents and visitors return again
10 Feb 2026
Dubai Sponge City: Partnership With Shenzhen's UPDIS
Dubai is set to adopt the sponge city model, with Dubai Municipality signing an MoU with China's UPDIS at WGS 2026, targeting smarter water management and low-carbon urban growth.
4 Feb 2026
Umm Suqeim Beach Gets Dhs500m Makeover with Observation Tower
Dubai's Umm Suqeim Beach is set for a Dhs500 million transformation approved by Sheikh Hamdan, featuring a 38-metre observation tower, night swimming, 2,400 parking spaces, and a 3.1km beachfront redevelopment aligned with the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan.
2 Feb 2026
Jumeirah Beach 1 Dubai Reopens After Major Waterfront Revamp
Jumeirah Beach 1 is set to reopen in February 2026 after a major waterfront revamp spanning more than 1,400 metres. The redevelopment adds 250,000 cubic metres of sand, AI-powered safety systems, smart lockers, and 15 new investment opportunities.
9 Jan 2026
Jumeirah Beach 1 Dubai Expansion 95% Complete
Jumeirah Beach 1 Dubai's major expansion is 95% complete, with Dubai Municipality set to increase the beach area by 50%, adding cycling tracks, sports facilities, and over 15 new investment opportunities — in line with the Quality of Life Strategy 2033.
7 Jan 2026
Dubai RV Route: The Middle East's First Caravan Network
On December 23, 2025, Dubai Municipality unveiled the Middle East's first integrated Dubai RV route — a connected network of serviced caravan parks and road-trip stops spanning beach, desert, and mountain landscapes within the emirate.
26 Dec 2025
Dubai Family Beaches for Eid Al Adha 2025
For Eid Al Adha 2025, Dubai Municipality has designated four public beaches exclusively for family use: Jumeirah 2, Jumeirah 3, Umm Suqeim 1, and Umm Suqeim 2 — with full safety and security teams in place throughout the holiday.
5 Jun 2025
Eid Al Adha 2025 Dubai Parks and Abattoirs Extend Hours
Dubai Municipality has announced extended park hours and dedicated abattoir services for Eid Al Adha 2025 (June 5–8). Major parks including Zabeel, Creek, Al Mamzar, Al Safa and Mushrif will open 8am–11pm, while all four Dubai abattoirs operate 7:30am–4pm with veterinary
4 Jun 2025
Dubai Awards AED1.4 Billion in Tasreef Stormwater Contracts
Dubai Municipality has awarded AED1.439 billion in contracts for four Tasreef stormwater drainage projects serving nine key areas, including Nad Al Hamar, Al Garhoud, and Jumeirah, adding 36 km of new drainage lines as part of the AED30 billion, century-long programme.
14 Apr 2025
Dubai's Drive-Thru Laboratory Cuts Testing Time by 90%
Dubai Municipality has launched the region's first drive-thru laboratory at the Dubai Central Laboratory Department, cutting sample submission time from 10 minutes down to just one. The service is open Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–6 PM, and caters to government, private sector
8 Mar 2025
Dubai's First Ramadan Market of 2025 Kicks Off This Weekend
Dubai Municipality's Ramadan Market returns for its third year, opening January 25 at the Grand Souq in Deira. The market runs daily 10 AM–10 PM through February 22, offering essential goods, electronics, specialty items, and Hag Al Laila products ahead of Ramadan.
25 Jan 2025
Dubai Named World's Cleanest City 5th Year Running
Dubai has retained its title as the world's cleanest city for the fifth year in a row, according to the Global Power City Index published by Japan's Mori Memorial Foundation. The emirate scored a perfect 100% in the cleanliness metric, outperforming 47 other cities worldwide.
21 Jan 2025
Dubai Debuts Robotic Arm for Honey Testing at Hatta Festival
Dubai Municipality deployed a robotic arm at the ninth Hatta Honey Festival, using PCR technology to test honey for fungi and yeast — delivering instant quality results at Hatta Hall through 31 December 2024.
30 Dec 2024
Dubai to Reinstate 30% Alcohol Sales Tax in 2025
Dubai reinstates its 30% alcohol sales tax from 1 January 2025, ending a near two-year suspension. Distributors MMI and African+Eastern confirmed the change, with bars, restaurants, and hotels expected to pass the added cost on to customers.
6 Dec 2024
4 Big Changes Coming to Dubai in 2025
As Dubai wraps up the final year of its 2020 vision plan, four significant changes are set to reshape daily life in 2025 — covering infrastructure, road tolls, parking, and utility fees. Here is everything residents and motorists need to know.
5 Dec 2024
Dubai Municipality's Talent 71 Programme SEO Fix
Dubai Municipality unveiled the Talent 71 programme at Ru'ya UAE Careers 2024, offering Emirati graduates specialised training in engineering, AI, health and safety, and more to build a skilled national workforce.
26 Sep 2024
Dubai Safari Park Sixth Season Opens October 1
Dubai Safari Park's sixth season opens October 1, 2024, welcoming families and wildlife lovers to explore six themed zones home to over 3,000 animals — including 78 mammal, 50 reptile, and 111 bird species — following extensive off-season enhancements.
9 Sep 2024
Dubai RTA Launches Updated OOH Advertising Manual
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority has released an updated OOH advertising manual in partnership with Dubai Municipality and the Department of Economy and Tourism, introducing 3D ads, drone advertising, and expanded digital zones aligned with Dubai Urban Plan 2040.
16 Aug 2024
Dubai Municipality Upgrades Dubai Building Permits App
Dubai Municipality released version 2 of the Dubai Building Permits app (Dubai BPs), adding land plot data, refined contractor search, Dubai Pay fee payments, and new licensing services for building owners, contractors, and consultants.
14 Aug 2024
Dubai to Build World's Largest Fruit and Vegetable Market
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has announced Dubai's Logistics Hub for Foodstuffs, Fruit and Vegetable Trade — set to be the world's largest of its kind — managed by DP World under a strategic partnership with Dubai Municipality, supporting the D33 economic agenda.
11 Jul 2024
Dubai Residents Can Now Suggest Names for Roads
Dubai Municipality has launched the Roads Naming Suggestions platform, letting residents submit road name ideas at roadsnaming.ae. Proposals must reflect Dubai's heritage, history, and cultural diversity, and are reviewed by the Dubai Road Naming Committee.
7 Jul 2024
Dubai Car Market: World's Largest Automotive Hub Announced
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid has directed the development of the Dubai Car Market — set to be the world's largest and most advanced car market at 20 million square feet. DP World and Dubai Municipality signed a partnership to build and operate the AED 6.8 billion hub as part of
5 Jul 2024