Overview
- Ras Al Khaimah confirmed a Guinness World Records title for the largest phoenix formed by multirotor drones during a 15‑minute show using 2,300 drones, including 1,000 pyro units, followed by a six‑kilometre fireworks sequence.
- Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed Festival culminated in a 62‑minute continuous fireworks display and a 6,500‑drone production, with organisers centering the night on multiple record attempts.
- Dubai staged 48 fireworks at 40 locations and ran an extensive operations plan that included 9,884 police officers, 1,900 medical staff, 1,754 firefighters and 635 ambulance workers.
- The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation held worker celebrations at more than 30 locations, inviting private companies and labour accommodations to participate.
- UAE leaders issued New Year messages stressing unity, progress and prosperity, as the country positioned the celebrations as a national showcase for visitors and residents.