A Whimsical New Year’s Eve Celebration in Dubai
As the final moments of the year draw near, The Dubai Balloon at Atlantis, the Palm invites guests to rise above the ordinary and welcome 2026 amid breathtaking fireworks, panoramic views, exclusive festivities, and truly unforgettable moments. Introducing NYE Sky Carnival at The Dubai Balloon, a thoughtfully curated New Year’s Eve experience set at one of Dubai’s most spectacular vantage points, where the city’s lights, shoreline, and fireworks will converge in every direction.
Suspended between land and sky at Atlantis, The Palm, the NYE Sky Carnival offers a lighter, brighter way to celebrate. From sky-high balloon flights to immersive on-ground activations, the evening blends reflection, celebration, and visual wonder into a truly unforgettable transition into the New Year. Guests will ascend aboard two exclusive balloon flights, once in the final hours of 2025 and again just after midnight.
Between flights, the celebration continues on the ground with interactive moments designed to capture both joy and intention. The experience features a 360-degree photo booth, festive glitter face painting, carnival-inspired décor, and “Written in the Clouds”, a reflective New Year ritual where guests write down their intentions for the year ahead, carrying them skyward and pinning them onto the balloon as they ascend.
As midnight approaches, the atmosphere shifts skyward. Fireworks illuminate the horizon across Atlantis, JBR, Burj Al Arab and beyond, offering guests a front-row view of Dubai’s iconic New Year’s Eve spectacle from one of the city’s most unique locations. Throughout the evening, guests will enjoy a curated assortment of canapés served per booking, along with a complimentary welcome drink. Additional soft beverages and mocktails will be available for purchase from the café lounge.
Event Details
Date: Wednesday, 31st December 2025
Time: Doors open at 7:00 PM | Event concludes at 2:00 AM on 1st January 2026
Location: The Dubai Balloon at Atlantis, The Palm
Guests have the option to choose from three ticket categories:
1. VIP Seating – AED 3,600 per table (up to 4 guests)
A front-row New Year’s Eve experience with private table seating and prime positioning at the heart of the celebration, offering exceptional 360° views of the fireworks.
2. Balcony Seating – AED 750
3. Café Outdoor Seating – AED 2,600 per table (up to 4 guests)
A quieter, tucked-away setting with wide open sightlines and an excellent vantage point for the Atlantis fireworks display.
What’s Included
• Two balloon flights: one between 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM and one after midnight between 1:00 AM – 2:00 AM
• Panoramic views of Dubai’s New Year’s Eve fireworks
• A complimentary welcome drink for all guests
• A wide assortment of canapés per booking
• 360° photo booth experience throughout the night
• Festive glitter and face painting corner
• “Written in the Clouds” New Year intention ritual
• Carnival-inspired ambiance and décor Operational Information