Ramadan in Dubai – Ramadan is celebrated all around the world full of cheer and excitement, especially in cities in the middle east where Muslims most populate in. Traditions and festivals are made to make the most out of the one gracious month, even so, that they catch the world’s attention with their uniqueness. One worth mentioning is Dubai, the city of the lively nightlife scene.
Dubai is known for its lavish lifestyle and its grand and tall buildings filling up the sky, but do you know its unique traditions specially made for the holy month? Well, if you’re new to it let’s make that two! We are as excited as you are to explore what Dubai offers during Ramadan.
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Catch the Blessing of Ramadan in Dubai!
1. Iconic Tradition of Iftar Cannon
During the time for breaking the fast or well known as iftar, Dubai has a very prominent tradition that sure won’t be found in no other country! Don’t be shocked t-mates, cannons used here are all for a lovely tradition.
Dubai Police are responsible for making Iftar Cannon happen, they fire the cannon before Magrib prayers to signal the end of the daily fast or time for iftar. Locals and tourists usually come to the destined place of the event and watch as the cannon blasts off, it is truly one iconic tradition to break the fast with!
Address: Madinat Jumeirah Conference & Events Centre, Madinat Jumeirah – King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud St – Dubai – United Arab Emirates (Check on Google Maps)
2. Enjoy the Festive Ramadan Night Market
Oh, what is traveling to Dubai without its strolls to local markets and souvenirs shops! During Ramadan, the possibility to explore every corner of the locals is endless because Dubai spoils you with Ramadan Night Market.
Located in one big hall filled with over 400 tenants, you are not going to regret spending your time here! Not only shop, but you also get to do hennas, play bull riding, and all other interactive workshops, last but not least try all the local delicacies for iftar!
Address: Sheikh Zayed Rd – Trade Centre – Trade Centre 2 – Dubai – United Arab Emirates (Check on Google Maps)
3. Break Your Fast in These Luxurious Tents!
Dubai and its list of unique traditions are not coming to an end, as this one is truly fascinating! When you are in Dubai during Ramadan, you will see that for suhoor and iftar they assembled beautiful and grand tents to celebrate it. Don’t think of a tent for you to camp in, okay, t-mates!
Tents here mean ballroom venues with bedazzling chandeliers and lots of drapes that will swoon you over! What’s more interesting is that for you, women, Dubai highly thinks of you that they host a ladies-only suhoor event. Where you can have the best ladies’ night with your girlfriends accompanied by delightful menus– all uninterrupted by the males!
Address: Grand Hyatt Dubai Oud Metha Road, Dubai Healthcare City Riyadh Street – Near Sheikh Rashid Rd – Dubai – United Arab Emirates (Check on Google Maps)
4. Sharing Fridges Tradition
With all the lavish lifestyle, Dubai is most certainly populated with kind and humble hearts! The tradition of sharing fridges has been active since 2016 and back, with lots that participate and even more that’s been taken care of.
The concept is to place a fridge in a public space or in front of our homes, filled with food and water, free for anyone in need to take without having to ask permission from anyone. With the hashtag being #MayYourFridgesBeForeverFull, people all around Dubai are ever so thankful for the traditions being done.
Address: Location map of the fridges (Check on Google Maps)
5. Midnight Shopping in Dubai
One can never go wrong with retail shopping, right, t-mates? Especially in Dubai which is commonly known for its luxury shopping. During the holy month, Dubai is opening its malls up until late at night, 1 AM on weekdays and 2 AM on weekends– though you can always make sure the hours in malls you’re coming to by calling or checking their official websites.
The best thing is, not only the opening hours are extended, but Dubai is also very generous with its discounts and good deals during Ramadan! Expect it to be swarming with people, okay, t-mates! As Ramadan is a festive month for most in Dubai so it will feel like a party at the mall~
Address: Financial Center Street, Along Sheikh Zayed Road, Next to Burj Khalifa – Dubai – United Arab Emirates (Check on Google Maps)
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Wait for What? Spend your Ramadan in Dubai!
So, how are the fascinating traditions treating you, t-mates? Dubai is already the desired destination to visit during any other time, but seeing all the things they offer during Ramadan only makes it more desirable and top of our destinations list! Brace yourself for THR that you can enjoy all day long! Not only that, but THR Pol-polan (Ramadan Big Sale) is also here. Get the discount of 50%* + 20%* for all products from 5-9 PM starting on 21 April 2022. For more information, you can click here.
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