Dubai Mall

Overview

Dubai Mall, one of the world’s largest shopping and entertainment destinations, is at the heart of the New Year’s Eve celebrations in Downtown Dubai. It offers an unforgettable experience, combining luxury shopping, exciting entertainment and world-class dining.

What To Expect

Enjoy free access to Downtown Dubai and celebrate New Year’s Eve in style with a wide range of attractions at Dubai Mall. From luxury shopping to exciting entertainment and world-class dining, there’s something for everyone as we welcome 2025.

Highlights

For Guests with Restaurant Reservations:

  • Prime views of the Burj Khalifa fireworks and Dubai Fountain synchronised show from restaurants with outdoor seating facing the Dubai Fountain and Burj Khalifa.
  • A seamless experience, with wristbands and badges providing easy access to the best locations.

For General Mall Visitors:

  • Enjoy free access to Downtown Dubai and explore the wide variety of attractions inside Dubai Mall, including the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo and Play DXB.
  • Catch the vibrant atmosphere of the New Year’s Eve celebration while enjoying world-class shopping and dining.

Kindly keep your surroundings clean to ensure everyone has an enjoyable celebration.

What’s included in your experience

  • Those who have made reservations at restaurants and cafes with views of the Dubai Fountain and Burj Khalifa will have access to prime fireworks viewing areas within the mall from the promenade area.
  • Dubai Mall’s visitors can catch the vibrant atmosphere of the New Year’s Eve celebration while enjoying world-class shopping and dining.

Important things to know before your visit

  • For guests with a restaurant reservation at the Promenade area in Dubai Mall, the restaurant will provide instructions on how to collect your badge and wristband. Access on December 31st requires a valid badge, so please collect it by December 30th.
  • Only diners with confirmed bookings and badges/wristbands will have access to the Dubai Mall Promenade. This does not apply to bookings for entertainment or other outlets.

Parking & Public Transport

Parking & Public Transport:

To make your arrival smooth, we recommend getting to the venue by 5 PM at the latest. Please check the latest updates from the Road and Transport Authority (RTA) on road closures.

  • Before 5 PM: You can park in public parking areas along Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard, Dubai Mall Parking, Zabeel Parking, or Fountain Views Parking on first-come, first-serve basis.
  • After 5 PM: Parking will be available at Al Wasl Club Parking and Al Meydan—Falcon Heritage and Sports Centre. For those who have confirmed reservations at cafes and restaurants in Dubai Mall’s promenade area, shuttle buses will transfer you to the venue. You must present your badge to use the shuttle service.
  • Important: Keep your badge with you to access the shuttle bus after the celebrations. You will not be able to use the shuttle bus services without your badge.
  • Metro: The metro will be running but may close at authorities’ discretion*.
  • Taxis: Taxis will operate as normal before road closures but will not be able to access Downtown once closures are in effect*.

*Please keep checking the Road and Transport Authority (RTA) website for the most recent information on road closures, public transport status, and timings.

Address

Dubai Mall, Financial Center Road, Downtown Dubai, UAE.

How to get there

  • By car: Limited parking is available. Consider using public transport or taxis to avoid congestion.
  • By public transport: Take the Dubai Metro and exit at Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Station.
  • By taxi: Dubai Mall is a popular destination, and taxis are familiar with the location. Arrive early before road closures.

*Please keep checking the Road and Transport Authority (RTA) website for the most recent information on road closures, public transport status, and timings.

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