The United Arab Emirates celebrated its 52nd National Day with a lot of fervour and excitement. With different parts of the UAE coming together for this celebration, it has certainly been a thrilling weekend. One that has filled the hearts of the Emiratis with a lot of pride. Here’s how different emirates celebrated Union Day.
UAE National Day Celebrated Across The UAE With Great Fervour
Union Day was celebrated with great pomp and show across the seven Emirates of the UAE. A day that marked the unification of the emirates to make it into one unified nation, this day has been etched into the history of the nation. So joining together on the joyous occasion of these celebrations, different departments of the UAE did something special in their own way to commemorate the important day. Take a look!
Here’s What The Celebrations Looked Like Around The World
1. Dubai Municipality’s headquarters were decorated with the UAE flag colours on the occasion of the 52nd Union Day.
#DubaiMunicipality’s headquarters adorned with the #UAE flag colours in celebration of the 52nd Union Day pic.twitter.com/J7azO3YTmE
— بلدية دبي | Dubai Municipality (@DMunicipality) December 2, 2023
2. Official celebrations of the 52nd Federation Day of the UAE happened amid the international delegates at the headquarters of the Conference of the Parties.
— مكتب أبوظبي الإعلامي (@ADMediaOffice) December 3, 2023
3. Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan attended the celebrations of the 52nd Union Day. It was titled A Journey towards a Sustainable Tomorrow.
Together with my brothers, the Rulers of the Emirates, and esteemed guests of the UAE, I had the pleasure of attending the 52nd Union Day celebrations, titled ‘A journey towards a sustainable tomorrow.’ As a nation we will continue to commemorate our heritage, take pride in our… pic.twitter.com/10eyu0dm8b
— محمد بن زايد (@MohamedBinZayed) December 2, 2023
4. Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi honoured the UAE’s 52nd Union Day by celebrating its unity, progress, and excellence.
Honouring the UAE’s 52nd Union Day by celebrating its unity, progress and excellence.#DCTAbuDhabi #UnionDay #UAE52 pic.twitter.com/g9kE7fJXvR
— Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (@dctabudhabi) December 2, 2023
5. Sheikh Zayed Festival in Al Wathba commemorated the day and people could explore different pavilions of other countries, engage in children’s activities, and even enjoy daily shows and special events.
In this week's #OutAndAboutAbuDhabi, we take you on an extraordinary tour of the Union Day at Sheikh Zayed Festival in Al Wathba. Explore diverse pavilions of different countries, engage in children's activities, and seize the opportunity to enjoy daily shows and special events.
— مكتب أبوظبي الإعلامي (@ADMediaOffice) December 1, 2023
6. The Burj Khalifa in Dubai lit up on the momentous occasion!
7. A cultural event at ADNOC saw families coming together to celebrate the important day!
8. Police General Headquarters celebrated the 52nd UAE Union Day.
Ahmed bin Saud attends the #RasAlKhaimah Police General Headquarters’ celebrations for the 52nd #UAEUnionDay, emphasizing that the cherished occasion marks a historical moment in the UAE’s journey to prosperity. pic.twitter.com/n0KDEOVZnc
— Ras Al Khaimah Government Media Office (@RAKmediaoffice) December 2, 2023
9. The Fujairah Government organised celebrations in the Awhala area of Fujairah.
شهدت منطقة أوحله بالفجيرة، احتفالاً وطنياً، في مجلس أوحله المجتمعي، نظمته حكومة الفجيرة بمناسبة ذكرى اليوم الوطني الثاني والخمسين، وشاركت فيه جماهير كببرة من مواطني الدولة والمقيمين فيها وبحضور الشيخ احمد بن حمد بن سيف الشرقي. #عيد_الاتحاد52 #الامارات #الفجيرة pic.twitter.com/1lRMF0Jl6J
— Fujairah Media Office (@FjMediaoffice) December 1, 2023
10. Ajman Police celebrated the Union Day by parading the military column.
شرطة عجمان تحتفي بعيد الاتحاد باستعراض الطابور العسكري pic.twitter.com/OsC1zSwqtx
— ajmanpoliceghq (@ajmanpoliceghq) December 1, 2023
11. Celebrating the UAE’s 52nd National Day with joy and pride, people gathered at the Emirates Group HQ as a team!
Celebrating the UAE's 52nd National Day with joy and pride, we gathered at the Emirates Group HQ as a team.
Inspired by our visionary leaders, we will continue to build on the strength, progress, and unity of our nation. pic.twitter.com/sUUztapXxG
— HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum (@HHAhmedBinSaeed) November 29, 2023
Several Notable Personalities Wished People On The Important Day
However, besides the exciting celebrations that took over the entire nation, there were several people, including notable personalities and government entities that took to their official accounts on X to wish the entire nation on the joyous occasion. Here’s a look into some of the heartwarming wishes shared by renowned personalities from the UAE.
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1. Dubai Municipality extended heartfelt wishes to people!
We extend our heartfelt wishes to the #UAE, its leadership, and people on its 52nd Union Day. May this occasion bring peace and prosperity to our beloved nation. #DubaiMunicipality #UnionDay pic.twitter.com/WhgcxNafNx
— بلدية دبي | Dubai Municipality (@DMunicipality) December 2, 2023
2. Dubai RTA wishes people with a special message!
In celebration of the UAE 52nd Union Day, we reaffirm our loyalty and connection to our cherished homeland. Following in the footsteps of our Founding Fathers, the architects of our success, we strive to realise their future vision. Each passing year, our union stands as a beacon…
— RTA (@rta_dubai) December 2, 2023
3. Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi wished people on the occasion.
May our nation thrive, progress, and stride towards excellence.
Wishing everyone a happy UAE 52nd Union Day.#DCTAbuDhabi #UnionDay #UAE52 pic.twitter.com/6zUgOb2iHg— Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (@dctabudhabi) December 2, 2023
4. Sultan Al Neyadi took to his account to wish people!
دمتي لنا وطنًا نفتخر به على الأرض،
وموطنًا لطموح يقودنا إلى الفضاء
ونعمةً نحملها في القلوب..
عاش اتحاد إماراتنا.. 🇦🇪
May our beloved UAE continue to be a source of pride, representing our ambition that has taken us to space and a blessing that resides in our hearts.
Happy… pic.twitter.com/cq3UIgqmjJ
— Sultan AlNeyadi (@Astro_Alneyadi) December 2, 2023
Besides the exciting celebrations taking place across the emirate, families also did something special in their own right. So, how did you celebrate the UAE National Day weekend?
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