Dubai National Month runs 3 November to 2 December

Dates and purpose

Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Dubai Government Media Office, will run a programme called National Month from 3 November to 2 December 2026, according to the Dubai Media Office. The initiative was launched by Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council. It is meant to highlight the country's national identity, heritage and achievements, and it runs up to 2 December, the date Gulf News gives for Eid Al Etihad, the UAE National Day.

What is planned

The Dubai Media Office lists several strands: UAE Flag Day celebrations, Eid Al Etihad festivities marking the 55th anniversary, the Flag Garden, the UAE Parade, and a short film competition called "Stories of Our Determination" run by the Dubai Films and Games Commission. Government, semi-government and private entities will hold their own events for staff, visitors and the community, and Brand Dubai will coordinate them. The office said details, including dates and locations, will be announced progressively, and its announcement did not mention venues or ticketing.

Flag Day on 3 November

Gulf News reported that flags will be raised at 11am on Tuesday 3 November across all seven emirates. Flag Day is not a public holiday, so offices and schools stay open. According to the same report, Brand Dubai's Flag Garden at Umm Suqeim Beach, next to Burj Al Arab, opens on 3 November and runs until January. It is free to enter and uses more than 11,000 flags.

Global Village will hold a drone show at 8pm on its Main Stage, with the park open from 4pm to midnight. Gulf News gave ticket prices of AED 25 for a weekday ticket and AED 30 for any-day entry, with free entry for children under three and adults aged 65 and over. The report also noted that Tuesdays at Global Village are reserved for ladies and families.

What it means for residents

Visitors and residents can expect a month of themed public events across the emirate. Because many programmes are yet to be announced, it is worth checking the Dubai Media Office and individual venue channels for confirmed dates, opening hours and ticket rules before travelling.