Just last month, The Pointe's The Palm Fountains officially became the biggest fountains in the world, when they were switched on alongside a spectacular fireworks display, set against the backdrop of Atlantis, The Palm. And for the 49th National Day, the fireworks will be back, alongside a special fountain and light show. The show, by Emirati composer Ihab Darwish, will include a live orchestra and is inspired by the spirit of Dubai. The fireworks will take place at 9pm. Selected restaurants at The Pointe will offer special promotions to celebrate. Tuesday, December 1 and Wednesday, December 2, 9pm; free; The Pointe, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai; thepointe.ae Beachfront destination La Mer will be celebrating National Day on Wednesday, December 2, with two firework displays. Taking place at 9pm and 11pm, its annual displays will be set against the backdrop of the Arabian Gulf. In line with guidelines set by the National Emergency Crisis and Disasters Management Authority, La Mer will be undertaking added measures to ensure visitors' safety and physical distancing during the National Day holiday. Measures will include public announcements reiterating precautionary measures, appointment of additional on-ground security teams to implement social distancing norms, closure of access and parking at full capacity, and any other steps necessary to offer a safe and comfortable dining, shopping and leisure experience. It is advised to get in early to make reservations at beachfront outlets to enjoy fireworks from a safe distance. Wednesday, December 2, 9pm and 11pm; free; La Mer, Dubai; lamerdubai.ae _________________ More on UAE National Day: National Day staycations under Dh1,500: Getaways in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah and more National Day 2020: themed menus and meal deals in Abu Dhabi and Dubai Things to do this UAE National Day: deals, days out and activities in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah _________________","publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"The National","url":"https://www.thenationalnews.com","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https://www.thenationalnews.com/pf/resources/images/logo_rectangle.png?d=280"}},"articleSection":"Lifestyle","keywords":["Lifestyle","Things to do","Gallery"],"description":"Watch the skies light up to mark the UAE's 49th National Day","thumbnailUrl":"https://thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com/resizer/4e5GSIwzl0R9swYM5oz680ytSV8=/400x267/filters:format(jpg):quality(70)/cloudfront-eu-central-1.images.arcpublishing.com/thenational/R4A3LXJ3ZFQ65FKRY7NHBRFIQU.jpg","mainEntityOfPage":{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https://www.thenationalnews.com/lifestyle/national-day-2020-all-the-firework-displays-taking-place-in-dubai-and-abu-dhabi-1.1118271/"}}