UAE National Day

UAE National Day, now officially known as Eid Al Etihad (Celebration of the Union), commemorates the unification of the seven emirates on December 2, 1971, to form the United Arab Emirates. It celebrates the nation's unity, shared identity, progress, and the vision of its founding father, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. The celebration is marked by public holidays, city-wide events, fireworks, cultural activities, and a strong sense of national pride.