Abu Dhabi’s Al Maryah Island to host New Year’s Eve party

Fireworks at Al Maryah Island in Abu Dhabi. Courtesy Al Maryah Island

Expect live music, fireworks, food trucks and family fun on Al Maryah Island this New Year’s Eve.

A total of 8,000 people are expect to descend on the capital business and lifestyle destination to see in 2016.

Celebrations will kick off at 6pm on December 31, with a live feed throughout the evening, in Abu Dhabi Global Market Square, showcasing NYE celebrations from across the globe.

Ali Eid AlMheiri, executive director of Mubadala Real Estate and Infrastructure, said: “We’re excited to once again be welcoming guests and residents of Abu Dhabi to Al Maryah Island to celebrate the New Year in style.

“We have a fantastic line up of entertainment, food and fireworks, all set against our stunning island backdrop. There will be no better place to start 2016 and I for one can’t wait to join the festivities.”

To avoid congestion, the promenade will be kept pram and stroller free – however a stroller car park will be set-up so spectators with young children can store their prams securely and join the celebrations.