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Ras Al Khaimah is gearing up to host one of the UAE’s most awaited New Year’s Eve events. The RAK NYE Festival 2025 promises an unforgettable night filled with vibrant entertainment, breathtaking fireworks, and fun activities for all ages. Best of all, entry is free! Here’s everything you need to know to plan your celebration. What to Expect at RAK NYE Festival 2025: Music, Food, and Fireworks Taking place on December 31, 2024, the RAK NYE Festival will be conveniently located just four minutes from BM Resort, with ample parking near the festival grounds. Visitors can look forward to a...

Residents and visitors of Ras Al Khaimah now have an innovative tool to streamline their public transportation experience. The Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority (RAKTA) has introduced the Sayr app, an all-in-one platform that enables users to seamlessly plan, book, and pay for their journeys across multiple transit modes, from buses and taxis to ride-sharing and marine transport. This makes moving around the emirate easier, faster, and more convenient than ever before. Through Sayr, users simply enter their starting point and destination, and the app provides optimized transit options with real-time schedules and route tracking. Integrated with secure online payment,...

The UAE government has announced the official holiday dates for 2025, giving residents and visitors a chance to plan their vacations and celebrations in advance. Here's a breakdown of the public holidays for the coming year. New Year’s Eve Wednesday, January 1, 2025 The year kicks off with a public holiday on January 1, celebrating the New Year. It's a perfect day to relax and enjoy time with family and friends as you welcome 2025. Eid Al Fitr Monday, March 31 – Wednesday, April 2, 2025 (Shawwal 1-3) Eid Al Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan, will be celebrated with...

Ras Al Khaimah is set to welcome 2024 with a bang – quite literally! The Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority is hosting a breathtaking fireworks display that promises to be a visual feast, stretching an impressive 4.5km along the picturesque waterfront from Marjan Island to Al Hamra Village. This New Year's Eve, Ras Al Khaimah aims to outdo itself with an iconic display that incorporates never-before-seen choreography elements and cutting-edge techniques. RAK has become synonymous with record-breaking fireworks, and this year's spectacle aims to continue that tradition by adding to its already impressive five-year streak of Guinness World Records...

The UAE is getting ready for Eid Al Etihad 2025, the country’s 54th National Day. Celebrated every year on December 2, this event marks the founding of the United Arab Emirates and the unification of its seven emirates. This year’s main celebration will take place on Tuesday, December 2. While the location is yet to be confirmed, it’s expected to follow the tradition of being held at a significant cultural or natural site. Last year, the event was hosted at Jebel Hafeet in Al Ain, drawing attention to the UAE’s heritage, values, and aspirations for the future. Weekend Dates are...