Dubai is a city known for many things. From landmarks to technological innovations, the region has become a force to be reckoned with globally and continues to impress with jaw-dropping masterpieces. Another on the list of its numerous tourist attractions is the light shows.
The Dubai light shows stand a class apart. These spectacles, with their light, sound and water synchronization, take visitors on an unparalleled multimedia experience that engages all their senses. From ancient Emirates civilizations to the tales of Egyptian reign, these light shows capture stories from all corners of the globe.
Among all the light shows in Dubai, the Dubai Fountain show is one above the rest. With its fountain jets rising to a height of over 140 meters, this stunning choreographed fountain system is truly a marvel to behold. Coming directly behind is the towering Burj Khalifa, known for its laser show in Dubai and beyond. Dubai Festival City is another landmark renowned for its Imagine, a multi-dimensional light and sound show in the company of water jets and 3D projectors. Wafi mall showcases the ‘Return of the Pharaohs’ show daily.
Do you know what’s even more interesting? All the light shows in Dubai are absolutely free and do not require tickets to go see them. This has made them prime tourist attractions and places to enjoy a lovely evening with family, friends and partners. Let’s explore in detail the best things about the light shows in Dubai, their timings and locations to get the best view of events.
Dubai Fountain
Without a doubt, the most stunning and biggest of the Dubai light shows, the Dubai Fountain light show is a grand spectacle. This architectural masterpiece located in downtown Dubai is a captivating attraction site for both locals and tourists, and anyone looking to be mesmerized by one of the world’s largest choreographed fountains.
Set on a 30-acre artificial lake situated at the base of the Burj Khalifa, the Dubai Fountain features a stunning water display that dances to a range of music, including classical, contemporary, and Arabic tunes. The jets can shoot water as high as 500 feet in the air and are enhanced by over 6,600 lights and 25 color projectors to produce stunning water shows.
Tourists and locals alike can enjoy the stunning light and water shows from anywhere in the vicinity, whether it be the Dubai Lake Borders or the Burj Khalifa. To make the scenery more enjoyable, the Dubai Fountain has recently initiated a Broadwalk to allow spectators to get closer to the fountain.
Location:
- Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Blvd - Downtown Dubai - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Dubai Fountain Timings:
- Afternoon Shows: 1 pm - 1:30 pm. Mondays through Thursdays
- Evening Shows: Every 30 minutes from 6 pm to 11 pm
Burj Khalifa Light Show
It’s Dubai and you must have heard it a lot of times about how architectural masterpieces in the city have broken several world records. Well, there’s another to add to the long list of what you may already know. An engineering masterpiece, the Burj Khalifa light show tops the Guinness World Record charts as the largest laser show(in Dubai and the world) on a single structure.
Being one of the most stunning light shows in Dubai, it features thousands of LED lights and laser displays to produce stunning and elaborate patterns on the towering Burj Khalifa, creating a mesmerizing and jaw dropping sight against the dark night sky. The tower also puts on special themed displays at festivals and important national and international events.
Just like all light shows in Dubai, the Burj Khalifa show is absolutely free and can be enjoyed from anywhere. Also, being the tallest building in the city and the world, the tower is pretty much visible from everywhere in Dubai. But to get the best view of the laser show, it’s advisable you watch it from the Dubai Fountain.
Burj Khalifa Light Show Timings: The Burj Khalifa laser show timings are every half an hour between 07.45 PM and 10.45 PM from Thursday to Saturday. Timings are subject to change.
Location:
- Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Blvd - Downtown Dubai - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Imagine – Dubai Festival City Mall
As the sun dips below the horizon and the sky is covered in its golden embrace, the Festival Bay emerges with all guns blazing. This grand display harnesses the power of light, fire and water to produce one of the most spectacular light shows in Dubai. Imagine combines the power of technology and storytelling to create the finest shows. 3D projections and 360-degree fountains contribute to the magical experience.
Imagine, Dubai Festival City Mall is one of the region’s top free attractions. You can watch the stunning light show while sitting at the Bay or dining at any of the nearby waterfront eateries.
Location:
- Crescent Dr - Dubai Festival City - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Timings:
- 06.00 PM- 11.00 PM, once every hour, each day of the week
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