NYE 2026: New Year’s Eve Celebration at Expo City Dubai
New Year’s Eve Celebration at Al Wasl Plaza, Expo City Dubai
As the calendar turns and legacy meets the future, Expo City Dubai sets the benchmark for a family-first New Year’s Eve experience at the iconic Al Wasl Plaza. Purpose-built, meticulously curated, and operationally seamless, this celebration is engineered to deliver value, safety, and spectacle—without compromise.
NYE 2026 Event Snapshot
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | New Year’s Eve Celebration |
| Date | Wednesday, 31 December 2025 |
| Venue | Al Wasl Plaza, Expo City Dubai |
| Doors Open | 19:00 |
| Event Timings | 19:00 – 02:00 |
| Early Family Countdown | 21:00 |
| Midnight Countdown | 00:00 |
| Ticket Price | From AED 150 |
| Ticket Includes | Access to Winter City at Expo City Dubai |
| Entry Policy | 3 years & below free · POD + 1 caregiver free |
| Dress Code | Modest, family-appropriate (entry at organiser’s discretion) |
| Getting There | Metro (EXPO Station), Taxi, or Car via Expo Rd (E77) |
A Strategically Curated Celebration Flow
Designed to maximize engagement across age groups, the evening unfolds in two distinct phases:
- Early Family Countdown (21:00)
A thoughtfully timed countdown tailored for children and parents, featuring a confetti moment, a child-friendly music set, and immersive projections across the world-famous Al Wasl Dome—ensuring young guests share the joy without stretching bedtime boundaries. - Midnight Momentum
The energy scales up with a live DJ set leading into the midnight countdown, culminating in a signature fireworks display that crowns the arrival of 2026 with visual authority.
One Ticket, Expanded Value
Your New Year’s Eve ticket includes full access to Winter City at Expo City Dubai, reinforcing a bundled-experience strategy that enhances guest ROI. Simply present your NYE ticket at the Winter City entrance for seamless entry. Upgrade pathways from Winter City tickets to New Year’s Eve access are available, subject to terms.
Ticket price
Ticket price for New Year’s Eve Celebration at Expo City Dubai available at AED 150. Book your tickets on the official ticket partner platform Platinumlist.net
Admission & Guest Policy
- Children aged 3 and below: Free admission
- POD + 1 caregiver: Free admission
- Dress code: Modest, appropriate, and family-aligned (entry at organiser’s discretion)
- Tickets: Non-refundable & non-transferable, except where mandated by law
Governance, Safety & Compliance
This event operates under a clearly defined risk and compliance framework:
- Attendance and participation are at the sole responsibility of ticket holders or guardians
- Capacity is planned; no liability for shortages if attendance exceeds estimates
- By attending, guests consent to photography and videography for official use
- The organiser is not liable for loss, injury, or damage except in cases of proven gross negligence
- Entry may be refused or revoked for safety, security, or misconduct
- Children must be accompanied and supervised at all times
- No refunds for delays or changes due to force majeure
- Terms & Conditions may be updated without prior notice; the version in effect on event day applies
About Expo City Dubai
Expo City Dubai is the legacy of Expo 2020, transforming into a new sustainable district for living, working, and innovation, built around the iconic Al Wasl Plaza and retaining 80% of the World Expo’s infrastructure, featuring pavilions like Terra and Alif, the Dubai Exhibition Centre, and green spaces for cultural events, education, and future growth within Dubai’s master plan, accessible to the public with free entry to common areas and paid access for attractions.
Getting There
- By Car: Drive via Expo Rd (E77), follow Winter City signage to Sustainability Parking
- By Metro: Take the Red Line to EXPO Metro Station, then a two-minute walk
- By Taxi/Ride-hailing: Direct drop-off access available
NYE 2026 Expo City Dubai
Al Wasl Plaza’s New Year’s Eve celebration is a future-ready, family-aligned destination event—balancing tradition, innovation, and operational excellence. One venue. One ticket. Every celebration covered.
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