5 superb things you can do in UAE's final weekend for 2016

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By Curated by Keith Pereña

Published: Fri 30 Dec 2016, 4:13 PM

Last updated: Tue 7 Dec 2021, 2:47 PM

With New Year's Eve celebrations only two days away, why not sign off 2016 on a high note with these amazing activities happening around Dubai this long, New Year weekend?

Party New Year's away - Swedish style

When: December 31
Where: Meydan, Dubai
Tickets available at envie-events.com
Swedish duo Axwell and Ingrosso will be headlining the performances that are taking place at Meydan on New Year's Eve. Formerly members of the Swedish House Mafia, revelers will enjoy great EDM music all while watching the New Year's fireworks from the comforts of the Meydan.

Say hello to 2017 with fireworks

When: December 31
Where: Select locations around UAE
Obviously a lot of residents will go out and see the fireworks on New Year's Eve. While getting there has always proven to be a problem, it is still a very popular event that every UAE resident looks forward too. Some emirates are already ready for the New Year celebrations such as Sharjah, Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

Have a sky full of stars in Yas Island

When: December 31
Where: du Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Playing to sold-out concerts all over the world, British alternative band Coldplay will be making a stop at the capital for their "A Head Full of Dreams" Tour. Get a once-in-a-lifetime chance to listen to some of their great hits such as "Yellow", "A Sky Full of Stars", "The Scientist" and of course some songs from their latest album including the festive "Hymn for the Weekend."

Release your inner shopaholic this DSF 2017

When: December 26 - January 28
Where: Select locations around Dubai
There are huge sales going on at the moment this is being written and many shoppers have already taken advantage. If you haven't, why not enjoy the great deals around Dubai from everything like clothes and even some electronics.
Deals: Get up to 90% shopping discount in Dubai on January 1

Play with snow in Dubai

When: Daily until January 6
Where: Atlantis the Palm, Dubai
This is a free event
Sometimes, the unending sands of the UAE can be a tiresome sight. That being said, why not give yourself a getaway in the snow-covered Atlantis the Palm? For a limited time, enjoy the frozen delight of snow while you take in the views from a ski-lift.