Throughout the long weekend for Eid Al Fitr 2022, there are new shows taking place at Burj Khalifa and the Dubai Fountain.
A dazzling, never-before-seen LED light display is illuminating the world's tallest tower, taking place at 8pm every night to mark the end of Ramadan.
Downtown Dubai visitors can also catch the new choreographed Dubai Fountain shows every hour between 2pm and 5pm, then every 30 minutes between 6pm and 11pm.
The Dubai Fountain is one of the world's largest choreographed fountains, which daily performs shows set to music.
Both performances promise to give onlookers "an unforgettable experience", said property developer Emaar.
Visitors looking to see the shows can gain access to these via The Dubai Mall, Souk Al Bahar and Burj Khalifa.
They are free to watch.
Firework displays across the UAE
Among the Eid festivities are free firework displays throughout the Emirates.
Yas Bay will have fireworks over the first three days of Eid, starting at 9pm. In addition to the pyrotechnics show, there will also be Eid concerts at Etihad Arena, which include Amr Diab on Tuesday and Sherine Abdel-Wahab and Kadim Al Sahir on Wednesday.
Visit The Pointe on Palm Jumeirah to see a fountain show and a fireworks display on the first day of Eid on Monday at 9pm.
Bluewaters Island will have a fireworks show on the second day of Eid at 9pm.
Festival Bay at Dubai Festival City Mall will host a spectacular three-minute fireworks show on Tuesday at 9pm. It will take place alongside Imagine, a colourful light, laser and sound show. There will also be a ticketed concert by Nassif Zeytoun and Rahma Riad taking place on the South Side. Tickets start at Dh195.
The family favourite destination will have a fireworks display every day over Eid, starting from 9pm. The attraction will also extend its opening hours from 5pm until 2am from Saturday, until it closes its doors on May 7.
30 things to do during Eid Al Fitr in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah and more — in pictures:
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A new hot-air ballooning experience has launched in Ras Al Khaimah in time for Eid Al Fitr. Photo: RAK Airventure -
Visit Dubai's Global Village during Eid Al Fitr as it closes for the summer on May 7. Chris Whiteoak / The National -
Time Out Market Dubai will feature live music during Eid Al Fitr. Photo: Time Out Market -
Enjoy the colourful spectacle of more than 150 million flowers before the season ends at Dubai Miracle Garden on Sunday, May 15. Antonie Robertson / The National -
There will be a new Burj Khalifa light show and a new Dubai Fountain show to celebrate the end of Ramadan. Pawan Singh / The National -
The Pods opens on May 1 at Bluewaters Island. Photo: The Pods -
Musical 'Umm Kulthum and the Golden Era' will make its regional premiere on May 3, after being launched with a one-off show at the London Palladium in the West End in 2020. Photo: Dubai Opera -
The Pointe on Palm Jumeirah will mark Eid with a fountain show and a fireworks display on the first day of Eid Al Fitr, May 2, at 9pm. Chris Whiteoak / The National -
Head to the Coca-Cola Arena for the one-two electro house punch of Afrojack and Steve Aoki. Getty Images for Mdlbeast Soundstorm -
Until May 4, visitors can enjoy a variety of activities as they shop for fresh food at Waterfront Market, including a tanoura dance performance, and Arabic coffee and sweets served in a traditional majlis. Chris Whiteoak / The National -
Cultural sites in Al Ain will celebrate Eid with special Al Ayyala and Al Harbiya traditional performances at Al Ain Palace Museum and Al Ain Oasis. Khushnum Bhandari / The National -
Visit the theme parks on Yas Island for family-friendly Eid entertainment as live Al Ayyala dancers will be present at all the attractions. Silvia Razgova / The National -
Amr Diab will make his concert debut at Yas Island's Etihad Arena on May 3. Getty Images for Mdlbeast Soundstorm -
The Abu Dhabi Edition is hosting its first vegan brunch. Photo: Edition Hotels / Marriott -
A Tyrannosaurus rex called Stan — the most expensive fossil to be sold at auction — is on display at Manarat Al Saadiyat. EPA -
Al Ain Oasis was the first Unesco World Heritage Site in the UAE, and is a beautiful spot to while away a few hours under the shade of thousands of date palms. Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi -
Enjoy a day in the sunshine at Cove Beach Abu Dhabi. The beach club will have live DJs playing from 1pm until 4pm on Monday and Tuesday, which will provide the soundtrack to brunch inside at Two.0 restaurant. -
On the first day of Eid Al Fitr, there will be a sound and light show at Qasr Al Watan. Victor Besa / The National -
Home to a huge and varied array of Arabian wildlife, the centre in Sharjah remains a hidden gem. Reem Mohammed / The National -
You don't have to spend money to check out this eerie "ghost town" of Al Madam in Sharjah, just a hardy 4x4 to cross the terrain. Photo: Mohammad Azizi -
For the Eid Al Fitr holiday, entry to the Mleiha Archaeological Centre is free for adults and children. Photo: National Geographic -
Opened in February, the sprawling Sharjah Safari park covers an area of eight square kilometres in Al Bridi Nature Reserve in the city of Al Dhaid, Sharjah. Antonie Robertson / The National -
Suwaidi Pearls in Ras Al Khaimah hosts regular tours teaching visitors about the history of pearl diving. Pawan Singh / The National -
Try kayaking in the Al Zorah Nature Reserve, Ajman. Photo: The Luxury Collection -
French Riviera Dubai has a sharing breakfast menu on offer during Eid Al Fitr. Photo: Instagram / @frenchrivieradubai -
'Physiognomy, Land and Territory' by Emirati multidisciplinary artist Ahmad Al Dhaheri is available to see at Louvre Abu Dhabi until May 15 and as part of the Eid programme. Photo: Louvre Abu Dhabi
