Dubai is all set to welcome 2024 with grand celebrations arranged at the Burj Khalifa. Similar to the previous year, an influx of attendees is expected at the venue. To cater to this, Dubai’s Event Security Committee (ESC) has announced a comprehensive traffic and road closure plan. This will allow attendees to reach the venue hassle-free.
Let’s take a look at the New Year’s Eve road closure timings in Dubai in more detail.
New Year’s Eve Road Closure Timing
The New Year’s Eve major celebration will be held at Burj Khalifa in Downtown Dubai. Therefore, the roads leading to the area will be closed on the evening of December 31st 2023, as per the following schedule.
- Al Asayel Street, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard, Burj Khalifa Street, The Financial Centre Street (Lower Deck) and Al Mustaqbal Street will be closed from 04:00 pm.
- From 08:00 pm, Al Sukook Street will be closed.
- Financial Centre Street (Upper Deck) will be closed after 09:00 pm.
- Pedestrian bridges and lifts on the Dubai Water Canal will also be closed.
For ease of mobility, it is recommended to use Dubai Metro and Tram services that will remain operational. However, for attendees planning to drive their vehicle to the venue, parking space is available at Emaar District.
FAQs
Will all the roads leading to Burj Khalifa be closed on December 31st?
Yes, all the major roads leading towards Burj Khalifa will be closed from 04:00 pm onwards.
Can I park my car on a closed road during the New Year’s Eve celebration?
No, parking vehicles on the closed road is prohibited. Attendees can park their vehicles in the Emaar district.
How will I reach Burj Khalifa from the parking lot during the New Year celebration?
RTA shuttle service will be present to transport attendees to and from the venue.
This was the complete information regarding the New Year’s Eve road closure timings in Dubai. Although the roads are closed for the celebrations, you have the rest of the year to manoeuvre around the city. That said, browse these used cars for sale in Dubai and buy a car to cruise around the city.
Stay tuned to dubizzle’s auto blog to learn about the New Year’s Eve safety plan for Dubai 2023.
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