Dubai, UAE – Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office, has announced National Month, a programme of events celebrating the UAE’s identity, heritage and achievements. It runs from UAE Flag Day on Tuesday, 3 November to 2 December 2026, ending with Eid Al Etihad.
What’s planned
- UAE Flag Day celebrations across government, semi-government and private entities
- A Flag Garden and the UAE Parade
- Eid Al Etihad festivities
- “Stories of Our Determination”, a short film competition from the Dubai Films and Games Commission inviting stories of unity and determination
Shaima Al Suwaidi, Director of Brand Dubai, said the celebrations will reflect national pride and creative expression. Events are open to citizens, residents and visitors, with more details to be announced by participating entities.
About UAE Flag Day
Flag Day is marked every year on 3 November, the anniversary of the late Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan becoming President in 2004. The flag was designed in 1971 by 19-year-old Emirati Abdullah Mohammed Al Maainah and first raised by Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan on 2 December 1971. Flag Day is not a public holiday; normal working arrangements apply, while schools and workplaces hold flag-raising ceremonies.
Sources: What’s On, Arabian Business.
