Dubai’s New Year’s Eve celebrations are already shaping up to be bigger than ever, as Emaar has revealed plans for its blockbuster Burj Khalifa NYE 2026 fireworks, complete with a Bollywood twist. This year’s show will feature creative direction from Shah Rukh Khan’s Red Chillies Entertainment, adding a cinematic edge to what is already one of the world’s most-watched countdown spectacles. 

The ticketed celebration will take place at Burj Park, Downtown Dubai, where early-bird passes are now available, starting from Dh897.75 for adults and Dh519.75 for children aged 5 to 12. Children under five can enter for free with an adult.

Promising a “multi-sensory” experience, the event will combine fireworks, immersive light and laser shows, aerial displays, live performances, and prime views of both Burj Khalifa and the newly reopened Dubai Fountain. Burj Park remains the most sought-after viewing location for the New Year’s Eve spectacle, offering exclusive access to live entertainment, kids’ workshops, food stalls, and food trucks. 

Doors open from 12pm on December 31, giving attendees plenty of time to settle in before the big midnight moment.

For those skipping tickets, Emaar confirmed that free public viewing areas will once again be available across Downtown Dubai on a first-come, first-served basis. LED screens along Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard will also broadcast the live entertainment for crowds gathered in the area, while restaurants in Dubai Mall and Souk Al Bahar are expected to roll out special NYE dining packages with Burj Khalifa views.

Early bird tickets are now live via Platinumlist.