Phased road closures in Downtown Dubai
RTA has announced staged road closures to ensure smooth traffic flow:
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From 4pm: Al Asayel Street, Al Mustaqbal Street, Lower Financial Centre Road, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard, Burj Khalifa Street
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From 8pm: Al Multaqa (Al Mulook) Street
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From 9pm: Upper Financial Centre Road
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From 11pm: Partial closure of Sheikh Zayed Road
Motorists are advised to plan ahead and use alternative routes.
Step-by-step guide to phased road closures around Burj Khalifa for New Year’s Eve:
48 fireworks displays at 40 locations
48 shows at 40 locations including Burj Khalifa, Downtown Dubai, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Festival City, Dubai Creek Harbour, Bluewaters, Burj Al Arab, Expo City Dubai, Global Village, Atlantis The Palm, and Palm Jebel Ali. Wide distribution reduces crowd density and enhances safety.
Dubai NYE 2026: Transport and parking at a glance
Free public parking
Dubai Metro and Tram
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Metro runs non-stop for 43 hours over New Year’s period; extra services at key stations near celebration sites.
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Tram operates extended hours.
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Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro may close from 5pm if capacity is exceeded—commuters advised to use nearby stations (Financial Centre or Business Bay stations) with parking facilities.
Alternative parking and closures
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Available at Al Wasl Club, Al Kifaf, Dubai Mall, Zabeel – Dubai Mall, Fountain View expansions, Boulevard Lower.
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Parking prohibited on main roads near celebration areas.
Free shuttles and taxis
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RTA to operate buses from event venues to metro stations and parking areas after celebrations; taxis available.
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Free buses from Swissôtel Al Murooj to Al Wasl Club and Al Kifaf.
Public buses
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Check schedules via S’hail app.
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Route E100 suspended from Dec 31 afternoon, resumes Jan 4.
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Route E101 recommended for Abu Dhabi travel;
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Route E102 continues from 2 pm on Dec 31.
Marine transport
Public guidance
Authorities urge residents and visitors to plan trips ahead, use public transport, and follow official instructions for a safe and seamless New Year celebration.
