Dubai National Month 2026: Flag Day to Eid Al Etihad
About this event
This year Dubai is celebrating for a full month instead of one long weekend. National Month runs from UAE Flag Day on 3 November to Eid Al Etihad on 2 December 2026, which marks the 55th anniversary of the UAE. Brand Dubai is organising the programme, so expect flags, parades and plenty of family events across the city.
What’s on
- UAE Flag Day – the official start on 3 November
- Flag Garden – a citywide installation for photos and family outings
- UAE Parade – one of the main events of the month
- Stories of Our Determination – a short film competition run by the Dubai Films and Games Commission
- Eid Al Etihad celebrations – the grand finale on 2 December
More events with government and private partners will be announced through the month, with dates and locations released as they’re confirmed. We’ll update this listing as the programme fills in.
Key details
- Dates: 3 November to 2 December 2026
- Where: Citywide across Dubai
- Organiser: Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office
Where it is
Dubai
