The United Arab Emirates is gearing up for its annual Flag Day celebrations on November 3, 2025, a day dedicated to honoring the nation’s unity and leadership. Established in 2013 by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, Flag Day commemorates the anniversary of Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s ascension as President in 2004. This year’s festivities will kick off with a nationwide flag-raising ceremony at 11am, observed by citizens, residents, and institutions across the country. The event will include the playing of the national anthem and a moment of reflection to express loyalty and patriotism. Flags will adorn homes, streets, and businesses, with strict guidelines in place to ensure proper respect for the national symbol. While Flag Day is not a public holiday, it marks the beginning of a month-long celebration leading up to Eid Al Etihad on December 2. In Dubai, the iconic Flag Garden at Umm Suqeim Beach, near the Burj Al Arab, will showcase thousands of UAE flags arranged in aerial portraits of the nation’s founding leaders, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum. The garden will be open to the public from October 31, 2025, to January 10, 2026. Adding to the festivities, Global Village in Dubai will host a breathtaking drone show on November 3 at 9pm. Hundreds of drones will illuminate the night sky, forming intricate patterns, the UAE flag, and other visual tributes to the nation. Sheikh Mohammed has urged all citizens and residents to participate in the celebrations, emphasizing the importance of unity, belonging, and loyalty to the UAE and its leadership.