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Expo City Dubai; Burj Khalifa; Festival City; Uptown; Madinat Jumeirah; DAMAC Hills; Hatta Guest House; Wasl Properties; Mobile cannon route. In addition to the fixed locations, a mobile cannon will travel to 17 different areas throughout Ramadan, ensuring broader coverage across Dubai’s diverse neighbourhoods. These locations include: Meydan At these spots, you can watch the iftar cannon fire every day at sunset throughout Ramadan: Expo City Dubai; Burj Khalifa; Festival City; Uptown; Madinat Jumeirah; DAMAC Hills; Hatta Guest House; Also read: 9 Gorgeous Ramadan Majlis/Tents You Must Visit For Iftar & Suhoor In Dubai. Roaming Iftar Cannons for 2025 The firing of the iftar cannon is a cherished Ramadan tradition in Dubai. As the sun sets, a single shot echoes through the city, signaling the end of the daily fast. For generations, this moment has brought families and communities together, offering a powerful reminder of heritage and faith. Seven More Iftar Cannon Locations in Dubai in 2025 Every evening during Ramadan 2025 in Dubai, the iftar cannon is fired in sync with the Maghrib call to prayer, marking the moment Muslims can break their fast. Festival City; Al Wasl Park 1 Discover the 7 locations for iftar cannons in Dubai for Ramadan 2025. Follow the tradition with Dubai Police's announcement of both stationary and mobile cannon locations to mark the end of daily A mobile cannon will also be making its way through 17 areas of Dubai, beginning from Al Meydan Hotel, then the Satwa Grand Mosque, followed by Al Marmoum area, then Zabeel Park, Al Khawaneej Council, Festival City, Jumeirah City, Al Wasl Park 1, Al Barsha Park, followed by Lehbab area, then Nad Al Sheba 1 - Al Ghaf Walkway, then Uptown Mirdif Fixed Cannon Locations. These sites will have a stationary cannon throughout Ramadan: - Expo City Dubai – A futuristic setting for an ancient tradition - Burj Khalifa – The world's tallest tower meets one of Dubai's oldest customs - Festival City – Scenic waterfront views with a booming Ramadan experience Dubai celebrates Ramadan with a blend of tradition and community spirit Each day a single shot is fired from each cannon to mark the end of the daily fast. The cannons will be placed in the following locations: Burj Khalifa; Damac Hills; Expo City Dubai; Festival City; Hatta Guest House; Mirdif Downtown; Vida Creek Harbour; An additional mobile cannon will travel through the city and visit 13 different locations. Cannon firing at Expo City will announce the end of fasting on the first day of Ramadan. Chris Whiteoak / The National News. UAE. Dubai’s Ramadan cannon Ramadan 2025 is just around the corner, and as the city prepares for the Holy Month, there are plenty of important updates to keep in mind. From the official moon sighting and adjusted work hours to Dubai Metro schedules, paid parking timings, school distance learning updates, and where to witness the iconic Ramadan cannon—use this as your guide to stay informed on all the latest updates. Expo City Dubai is a dynamic and modern destination known for its cutting-edge architecture and cultural experiences. As a legacy of the Expo 2020 Dubai, it continues to be a hub for innovation, entertainment, and community events. During Ramadan, Expo City becomes one of the top locations to witness the spectacular Ramadan cannon fire. Dubai Police have unveiled the locations for this year’s Ramadan cannon, bringing the beloved tradition to more areas across the emirate. Hatta Fort Hotel Salt Camp at Kite Beach Festival Travelling Ramadan Canon. A new addition for 2024 is the travelling cannon, which will bring the experience to different parts of the city. You can find the Ramadan 2024 (1445 on the Hijri Calendar) travelling cannon at: 11-12 March – Al Satwa Big Mosque; 13-14 March – Burj Khalifa; 15-17 March – Al Ghaf Walk – Nad al Sheba A centuries-old tradition continues across the city The sound of the iftar cannon is a moment of stillness in the city – a signal that the day’s fast has ended. During Ramadan in Dubai, it Head to Dubai Festival City Mall any day between March 9 to April 15 for a family-friendly Ramadan Market packed with dining, live entertainment, cultural activities, and retail experiences. Visitors can also look forward to a pop-up Ramadan tent that highlights long-held traditions of the region. Ticket Price: TBC. Timings: TBC. In addition to the fixed cannon locations, Dubai Police have introduced a mobile Ramadan cannon that will traverse 17 different areas across the city throughout the holy month. This mobile tour is designed to bring the traditional iftar signal closer to communities that may not be near one of the fixed sites. Location: Al Khater House, Education City; Price: QR 200 per person; Ramadan Sports Festival 2025 Image credit: Aspire Zone. The Ramadan Sports Festival is back at Aspire Zone! This 15-day festival features 10 sports competitions, held daily from 9 pm until midnight. Sports include football, basketball, squash, and tennis! The roaming cannon will start its journey at Flaq Al Meydan and travel through areas such as Al Satwa Grand Mosque, Al Marmoom, Zabeel Park, Al Khawaneej Majlis, Festival City, Wasl 1 Community, Madinat Jumeirah, Al Barsha Park, Al Habab, Nad Al Sheba 1 – Al Ghaf Walk, Ayton Mirdif, Margham, Luluwi, Nad Al Sheba Park, Burj Khalifa, and Jumeirah Kite Beach. The iftar cannon tradition is back for the sacred month of Ramadan. The holy month of Ramadan is expected to begin on Friday February 28th, 2025 - however, as with all events that fall under the Islamic calendar, the actual start date will be confirmed closer to the moon sighting.
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