Ramadan 2025 in Dubai: New Iftar cannon locations announced
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’s a moment of pause, a tradition that has stood the test of time. This Ramadan 2025 in Dubai, Dubai Police has expanded the experience, announcing seven new locations for iftar cannons, bringing the total to 17 spots across the emirate.
Whether you’re catching the iftar cannon in front of a city landmark or stumbling upon one in a neighbourhood park, the tradition continues this Ramadan 2025 in Dubai – loud, proud, and deeply rooted in history.
Where to watch the Iftar cannon in Dubai
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. It’s a ritual that has been a part of the region’s history for decades, drawing crowds who gather to witness the spectacle.
This year, Dubai has introduced seven additional fixed locations, where the cannon will be fired daily during Ramadan in Dubai:
- Expo City Dubai
- Burj Khalifa
- Festival City
- Uptown
- Madinat Jumeirah
- DAMAC Hills
- Hatta Guest House
A moving tradition
Beyond these permanent sites, three more locations have been added to Dubai’s roster of roaming iftar cannons. These mobile cannons will rotate between different locations every two days, covering a total of 17 spots across the city. Here’s where you can catch them:
- Meydan Hotel
- Satwa Mosque
- Al Marmoom
- Zabeel Park
- Al Khawaneej Majlis
- Festival City
- Al Wasl Park 1
- Madinat Jumeirah
- Barsha Park
- Lahbab
- Nad Al Sheba 1 – Al Ghaf
- Uptown Mirdif
- Margham
- Nazwah
- Nad Shamma Park
- Burj Khalifa
- Kite Beach Jumeirah
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