Ras Al Khaimah will welcome 2027 with an 11-hour New Year’s Eve festival featuring fireworks, drone shows, live music and family activities across 5km of coastline.
The free celebrations on December 31 will require advance registration, opening November 15. The main fireworks and drone displays, set to music, will take place from 11.50pm to 12.05am at Jais Festival Ground.
Registration:
- Registration opens November 15 on the official website.
- Each registration covers up to five people and one vehicle.
- Larger groups or extra vehicles require separate registrations.
- Visitors must present their QR codes at the entrance.
- Separate registration options are available for festival visitors, island residents, and hotel or restaurant guests.
Roads will close from 7pm on December 31. Exit 122 will be the only free public car park, with shuttle buses operating from 4pm to 3am. Direct access and roadside parking are not allowed, and the car park is not a fireworks viewing area.
Al Marjan Island access requires advance registration. Residents are entitled to two one-time car passes per apartment, while hotel and restaurant guests must register with booking confirmation for up to five people and one car pass
Fireworks Display and Viewing Spots:
- A separate display will take place at Ras Al Khaimah Corniche at 9pm.
- Free viewing is available at Manar Mall promenade without registration.
- The main fireworks and drone show will be livestreamed from 11.50pm to 12.05am.
- No other official public viewing areas will be available.
Entertainment and Family Activities:
- The Stage Zone will feature five DJs, live music and the midnight countdown.
- The Family Zone will offer 25+ activities, including mini golf, giant chess and games.
- Carnival parades at 7.30pm, 8.30pm and 9.30pm will feature dancers, acrobats, jugglers and LED characters.
- Food trucks will serve burgers, pizzas, shawarma, tacos and desserts.
