If you’ve ever wondered what makes December in Dubai so special, here’s the answer: Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF)! Every year, it’s bringing the best of shopping, entertainment, and unforgettable experiences! DSF 2025 is back until January 11, 2026, and the city will light up with festivities that are not to be missed.
And one of the highlights is the dazzling fireworks that will light up the city skies throughout the festival! If you love a good show, you’re in for a treat. Here are some of the top spots where you can catch them:
DSF 2025 Fireworks: Locations and Timings
- Dubai Festival City Mall: every evening at 8:30 PM
- Hatta Wadi Hub: every Friday and Saturday at 8 PM until December 31. There’s even a special midnight show for New Year’s Eve!

Other locations like Souk Al Seef, Bluewaters, and The Beach JBR will host NYE fireworks on December 31 at 11:59 PM.
If you want a futuristic experience, make sure to catch daily DSF Drone Show at Bluewaters, which offers two different performances with the music of beloved Hans Zimmer.
While watching fireworks is undeniably the best way to finish the evening, there’s much more entertainment happening during DSF. Check out the DSF Nights 2025 music festival at Festival Bay. With star performances from Nora Fatehi and other regional artists, it’s another event you won’t want to miss this December!
Stay tuned for more updates and events throughout DSF 2025. There’s always something exciting going on in Dubai!