Eid Al Etihad: UAE National Day holiday guide – Duration, celebrations, and events

The name emphasises the theme of ‘Union’ (Etihad), which is central to the country’s identity, symbolising heritage, unity, strength, and national pride.

Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Sheikh Khalid Bin Mohamed Al Qasimi, Sir Geoffrey Arthur, UK Political Resident in the Gulf, at the signing of the Treaty of Friendship between the United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom at Al Diyafah Palace in Jumeirah, Dubai on December 2 1971.

Residents are encouraged to embrace eco-conscious practices, such as reducing waste, recycling, and reusing resources.

Traditional dances like the Liwa, with its vibrant drum beats, and the Harbiyah, symbolising strength and unity, will also take centre stage.