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With less than two weeks remaining until the New Year celebrations, the Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority, in cooperation with the organizing committee for the New Year celebrations in the emirate, is preparing to welcome the year 2023 with impressive fireworks displays on musical rhythms that may set new records in the Guinness Book of Records.
- What can you expect from RAK NYE Fireworks?
- Behind the scenes of Ras Al Khaimah Fireworks
- How were the previous RAK NYE Fireworks shows?
- Year 2022: RAK NYE Fireworks
- Year 2021: RAK NYE Fireworks
- Year 2020: RAK NYE Fireworks
- Location of RAK NYE 2022 Fireworks
- Public Event: The RAK New Year Festival 2023
- Book your stay for New Year 2023
- 4 and 5-star Accommodations with Fireworks view
What can you expect from RAK NYE Fireworks?
These celebrations include displays of drones, nano lights, and harmonious arrangements of colors and shapes that move to the rhythms of electronic music. The New Year celebration will be witnessed in the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah ( #RAKNYE2023 An exceptional display of fireworks that will light up the sky will last for 12 minutes and extend over 4.7 kilometers along the waterfront between Al Marjan Island and Al Hamra Village. Visitors will be mesmerized by the captivating light shows to the music set to break new records once again.
To welcome visitors, gates open at 4 pm for the fireworks display.
More than 15,000 car parks will also be made available.
Behind the scenes of Ras Al Khaimah Fireworks
Al Marjan Island will be an ever-changing stage of massive fireworks, accompanied by spectacular drone pyrotechnics. There are more than 15,000 fireworks as well as 5,000 hours of hard work, 130 sea pontoons, and hundreds of drones with pyrotechnics
The fireworks are designed in European factories and hand-crafted by historic fireworks families over the past couple of months. The large shells, the bright and changing colours, and unique forms will contribute to the show’s beauty. The 12 minutes of fireworks is accompanied by nano-lights and stunning orchestral, electronic music that will amaze visitors. The whole stage of fireworks is a massive 4.7-kilometer stage, with dancing lights dancing to energetic music that flows from one side of the bay to the other.
Moreover, residents and tourists alike can enjoy a packed program of family-friendly activities and events throughout the run-up to New Year’s Eve, accompanied by a host of festivals that will take place in the emirate from November 15 to December 31, 2022. Visit RAK Calendar
Preparations for this year’s celebrations are being carried out by the organizing committee headed by the Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority, teams from Ras Al Khaimah Police, the Ras Al Khaimah Government Media Office, the Ras Al Khaimah Chamber of Commerce, Marjan, the Department of Works and Public Services, Ras Al Khaimah and Al Hamra Municipality, and others. The committee will focus on the public’s safety while taking all precautionary measures in coordination with the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority and the Ministry of Health and Community Protection.
RAK NYE 2023 Traffic Instructions and Road Closure details in Ras Al Khaimah
The Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah has entered several times in the Guinness Book of Records due to its amazing displays of fireworks in previous New Year celebrations; The emirate staged a stunning display of fireworks for the 2022 New Year celebrations attended by thousands of spectators along the beach, using more than 15,000 visual effects with the help of 452 drones. The spectacular 2022 festive display thus set two new Guinness World Records records: “Most number of drones used to launch fireworks simultaneously” and “Highest height of a drone fireworks display.”
How were the previous RAK NYE Fireworks shows?
Over the last 5 years, Ras Al Khaimah New Year celebrations promise to be a mind-boggling feat – where pyrotechnics, fireworks, and laser displays create a dazzling experience and every time attempts to break previous Guinness World Records. Here is a glimpse of the last 3 years’ RAK NYE fireworks
Year 2022: RAK NYE Fireworks
Thousands of people worldwide witnessed the Epic Ras Al Khaimah New Year’s Eve Celebrations (RAKNYE 2022) that impressed everyone with amazing fireworks show that smashed 2 Guinness World Records.
The 12-minute spectacle was choreographed to express the reunion’s joy through six themes set to the majestic orchestral tune. The symphony of light and music offered the guests who had stayed at designated camping places with friends and family on the previous day an event that was one of the most enjoyable moments of the holiday season
Year 2021: RAK NYE Fireworks
The Ras Al Khaimah New Year’s Eve Celebrations dazzled the world with a 10-minute firework show that underlined the UAE’s message of hope, peace and achievements. Lighting up the sky over the Arabian Sea, 8,500kg of fireworks lit up a length of 4km and width of 3.9km. The festive panorama of colours was achieved from 81 launch pontoons that shot up 15,281 firework shells. The show took 20 days of offshore and onshore preparation with 30 technicians. More than 3km of optical fibre was laid in addition to 6km of control cables.
Year 2020: RAK NYE Fireworks
The emirate wrote history as it achieved the titles of “Most Unmanned Aerial Vehicles for launching Fireworks Simultaneously” and “The Longest Firework Waterfall”, in the presence of official adjudicators from Guinness World Records.
Location of RAK NYE 2022 Fireworks
Public Event: The RAK New Year Festival 2023
The RAK New Year Festival public event is ideally situated by the waterfront beside the BM Beach Resort – providing stunning views overlooking the fireworks and drone show. Live DJ performances, karaoke, movies, arts & crafts, carnival and so much more await!
The festival takes place on 31 December, from 2 pm to 2 am, bursting with color and sound for a New Year’s Eve like no other.
Featuring an electrifying concert from some of the UAE’s best DJs and artists, including Sound of Nikhil, DJ Ash, and Blues O’ Bantaloon the renowned band from Jordan, mesmerizing carnival-like performances, crowd karaoke on stage, food trucks, and much more, the festival will provide breath-taking views of the New Year’s Eve countdown and fireworks display.
Kids under the age of 12 can enter for free, while adults can purchase tickets priced at AED 10 per person from the ticketing office upon arrival at the festival or via the Platinumlist website here.
Schedule of New Year Festival 2023
Santa Workshop
| 2:00pm – 10:00pm | Arts & Crafts |
| 8:00pm – 11:00pm | Movie (New Year themed) |
| 11:00pm – 11:45pm | Exhibiting children work + winners |
| 12:10pm – 2:00am | General Arts & Crafts |
Main Stage
| 9:00pm – 9:45pm | Nikhil Soft Set (English/Indian) |
| 9:50pm – 10:15pm | Crowd Karaoke by Nikhil |
| 10:20pm – 11:30pm | Blues & Bantaloon (Band) |
| 11:30pm -11:55pm | DJ ASH (Arab/Eng/Russian) |
| 11:55pm – 00:00am | Countdown DJ |
| 00:00am – 00:08am | Receiver music for fireworks |
| 00:08am – 2:00am | DJ Music (Ash) |
Food & Carnival Area
| 2:00pm – 10:00pm | Food & carnival areas are open for public |
Location of Public Event: The RAK New Year Festival 2023
Book your stay for New Year 2023
Look forward to five-star hospitality and boundless luxury at these beachfront properties with breathtaking views and experiences.
One of the seven emirates of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Ras Al Khaimah means ‘top of the tent’ in Arabic. Only 45 mins from Dubai, RAK, is geographically located between the Hajjar Mountains and the Persian Gulf and shares borders with Oman. Above all, apart from its rich Arabian culture and beautiful weather, Ras Al Khaimah is known for its scenic beauty from mountains, beaches, deserts and mangroves.
4 and 5-star Accommodations with Fireworks view
- Schedule of New Year Festival 2023
- Location of Public Event: The RAK New Year Festival 2023
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City Stay Beach Hotel Apartment
Occupying three grand pyramidal towers overlooking the Arabian Gulf, this upmarket, all-inclusive beachfront resort is part of a series of man-made islands and is only six km from Al Hamra Mall
Rixos Bab Al Bahr
Occupying three grand pyramidal towers overlooking the Arabian Gulf, this upmarket, all-inclusive beachfront resort is part of a series of man-made islands and is only six km from Al Hamra Mall
DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island
This upscale, beachfront resort is 10 km from both Al Hamra Mall and Al Hamra Golf Club
Marjan Island Resort & Spa
Situated 45 minutes from Dubai on Ras Al Khaimah’s first man-made archipelago of four picturesque coral-shaped islands, this Moorish-designed five-star resort boasts breathtaking scenic marine views.
Hampton by Hilton
750 meters of private beach and an infinity pool overlooking the Arabian Gulf. Shopping at Al Hamra Mall is a short drive, and Al Hamra Golf Club is 10 minutes away.
Movenpick Resort
1.9 km from Turtle Beach, Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island has accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness center.
Radisson Resort
Located in Ras al Khaimah, a few steps from Santorini Beach, Radisson Resort Ras Al Khaimah Marjan Island has accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness center.
BM Beach Resort
sprawling across a sandy 1640-foot stretch of private beach with a view of Marjan Island, The BM Beach Resort offers a relaxing and stress-free stay in Ras Al Khaimah.
Banan Beach
Long private beach and an infinity pool overlooking the Arabian Gulf. Shopping at Al Hamra Mall is a short drive, and Al Hamra Golf Club is 10 minutes away.
Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah
The first Waldorf Astoria hotel in the UAE, the Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah opened its doors to international travelers in 2013 and has gained a reputation as one of the UAE’s leading hotels since then.
The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah Al Hamra Beach
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Olive Tree Residence Holiday Home Apartments
Fully furnished apartment gives you a private space where you have more freedom. Olive Tree Residence is a perfect choice if you want to save money without compromising on quality
Al Hamra Residence
Al Hamra Residence Hotel, managed by Deutsche Hospitality, offers a unique blend of Arabic heritage and modern design. Nestled between a breathtaking 18-hole Golf Course and beach
