- Dubai Parks™ and Resorts commences its UAE National day celebrations till December 4.
- LEGOLAND® Dubai to build the world’s largest UAE LEGO® Minifigure Flag in MINILAND
- Riverland™ to put up tents with a variety of Emirati activities such as traditional dances, Henna, local delicacies, and a falcon display.
- Dubai Parks™ and Resorts will become the ideal destination for family-friendly fireworks on December 2 at 7pm and 9pm.
UAE, Dubai, November 28, 2022: Dubai Parks™ and Resorts, the Middle East’s largest integrated theme park, is set to host an incredible line-up of activities this UAE National Day, perfect for families and friends looking for a thrilling getaway during the long weekend.
The family-favourite destination, home to some of the most iconic theme parks and hotels in the region, will be decorated in the UAE flag colours to celebrate the occasion across all its properties. The park will become the ideal destination for family-friendly fireworks on December 2 at 7pm and 9pm.
For families who want to start celebrating, LEGOLAND® Dubai is putting on shows and activities all the way towards the end of National Day weekend. For the second year in a row, LEGOLAND Dubai is proud to invite its guests to build the world’s largest UAE LEGO® Minifigure Flag to mark the 51st UAE National Day in MINILAND, where famous landmarks are recreated with more than 20 million LEGO® bricks. Kids can also participate in the ‘Parkwide Scavenger Hunt’, where they will be able to explore and learn some interesting UAE facts. To maximize the fun this year, daily Characters’ Parades will take place at Factory Street, led by the kids’ favourite LEGOLAND® characters dressed in their special outfits in UAE colours to celebrate this joyful occasion. Before going home, guests should not miss collect their special limited-edition LEGO collector brick, commemorating the 51st spirit of the union.
Meanwhile, Riverland™ Dubai, the picturesque themed recreational hub for diners and shoppers and ideal venue for picture-perfect Insta-moments, will be hosting authentic Emirati activations throughout its venue from December 1 to December 3, between 4pm and 10pm. Guests can enjoy pop-up tents offering Henna, delicious Luqaimat live cooking sessions, kids face painting and also interact with the UAE’s magnificent national bird and symbol of the nation’s heritage, the falcon. For those who want to sit back and enjoy a traditional show, Ayala dancers will be lining the streets alongside a performance of a traditional kids dance for Hag al Laila, one of the most popular celebrations in the UAE that honours the spirit of the community.
Additionally, the park will be decorated with bunting flags and lit up in the UAE flag colours, with multiple Instagrammable spots for pictures to commemorate the celebration. These will accompany the addition of the “I love UAE because…” wall, where children and adults alike will be able to express their gratitude towards the great nation.
Families and friends looking to dine in between activities can enjoy cuisines from around the world at any one of the restaurants available including the newly opened authentic Italian Viva Ristorante, family favourite Chikadees, Wok Garden, The Keg and a selection of eight new kiosks.
At MOTIONGATE™ Dubai, guests can look forward to live shows entertainment, cuisine from around the world, and of course, the most exhilarating rides in the UAE.
Want to stay close to all the action? A staycation at Lapita™ Hotel, Autograph Collection, a Polynesian themed family hotel that is part of Marriott International, is perfect for a long weekend getaway.
With UAE National Day around the corner, Dubai Parks™ and Resorts has fun activities lined up for everyone!
Summary:
- Location: Across Dubai Parks™ and Resorts
- Date: December 2
- Time: 7pm and 9pm
- Description: Dubai Parks™ and Resorts will become the ideal destination for family-friendly fireworks on December 2 at 7pm and 9pm.
- Location: Riverland™ Dubai
- Date: December 1 to December 3
- Time: 4pm – 10pm
- Description: Pop-up tents offering Henna, delicious Luqaimat live cooking sessions, kids face painting and also interactions with the UAE’s magnificent national bird, the falcon. Ayala dancers will be lining the streets alongside a performance of a traditional kids dance for Hag al Laila.
- Location: LEGOLAND® Dubai Theme park
- Date: Now to December 4
- Time: 10am – 6pm (Monday to Friday) 10am -7pm (Saturday & Sunday)
- Description: A playful learning ‘Parkwide Scavenger Hunt’ will be hosted for youngsters to explore interesting UAE facts. Guests can build the world’s largest UAE LEGO® Minifigure Flag. A UAE Salute LEGO® Model made from over 100,000 LEGO® bricks. Daily Characters’ Street Parade will feature LEGO® characters dressed in their special outfits in UAE flag colours.
- Location: MOTIONGATE™
- Date: December 1 to December 4
- Time: 4pm – 10pm
- Description: Live shows entertainment, cuisine from around the world, and of course, the most exhilarating rides in the UAE.
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About Dubai Parks™ and Resorts
Dubai Parks™ and Resort, part of Dubai Holding Entertainment, is the largest integrated theme park in the Middle East. The destination comprises MOTIONGATE™ Dubai, BOLLYWOOD PARKS™ Dubai, LEGOLAND® Dubai Theme Park, LEGOLAND® Water Park, LEGO® themed LEGOLAND® Hotel, LAPITA™ Hotel, Autograph Collection, and RIVERLAND™ Dubai.
MOTIONGATE™ Dubai is a Hollywood-inspired theme park with the most roller coasters in a single theme park in the Middle East, offering immersive rides and attractions based on famous Hollywood hits. BOLLYWOOD PARKS™ Dubai is a first-of-its-kind theme park that showcases rides, attractions, and live entertainment shows based on some of Bollywood’s biggest blockbusters. LEGOLAND® Dubai Resort offers guests an all-encompassing LEGO® adventure. LEGOLAND Theme Park offers unique and interactive experiences for families bringing the well-known LEGO® brick to life in a playful environment. LEGOLAND® Water Park is the region’s first water park catering to families with children aged 2-12 years old. LEGOLAND Hotel is a 250 LEGO® fully themed rooms that can accommodate a family of five, offering kids’ dedicated services and facilities. LAPITA™, Dubai Parks™ and Resorts, Autograph Collection, is a Polynesian-themed family hotel that is part of Marriott International, where guests can stay just steps away from all four world-famous parks. RIVERLAND™ Dubai is a free-to-enter themed recreational hub that connects the entire destination and takes visitors on a picturesque journey through The French Village, Boardwalk, India Gate, and The Peninsula, providing several Instagrammable locations and the perfect backdrop for friends and families to come together, relax and recharge.
The destination is located on Sheikh Zayed Road Exit 5 in Dubai, 15 minutes from Ain Dubai, ideally located between both the Dubai and Abu Dhabi International Airports.
For more information, please visit www.dubaiparksandresorts.com