The UAE ushered in New Year 2026 with extensive celebrations, featuring spectacular fireworks and drone shows across multiple emirates. Abu Dhabi hosted the Sheikh Zayed Festival with a record-breaking hour-long fireworks display and a 20-minute drone show involving 6,500 drones. Dubai presented over 48 fireworks displays at 40 locations, including iconic sites like the Burj Khalifa and Expo City, offering residents and visitors diverse celebratory options.