New UAE weekend: Dubai announces timings for parks, recreational sites

Residential parks and squares will be open from Monday to Friday from 8am to 11pm

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Published: Thu 30 Dec 2021, 11:18 AM

Last updated: Thu 30 Dec 2021, 11:40 AM

From January 1, 2022, UAE will follow the new shorter workweek schedule.

Residents will enjoy Friday half-day, while Saturday and Sunday would form the new weekend in the country.


In line with the workweek system, the Dubai Municipality announces the new working hours in Dubai parks and recreational sites.

As residents are gearing up for the new work schedule and embracing the new weekend, they would also need to following new park timings.


Al-Safa Park, Zabeel Park, Al Mamzar Park

All major parks in the Emirate, Al-Safa Park, Zabeel Park, Al Mamzar Park, will operate from Monday to Thursday from 8am until 10pm.

On Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays and all official holidays, the parks will be open from 8am to 11pm.

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Residential park and squares

Residential parks and squares will be open from Monday to Friday from 8am to 11pm and on Saturday and Sunday from 8am to 11:30pm. On official holidays these parks will operate from 8am until midnight.

Working hours remain the same at Dubai Safari Park Quranic Park and Dubai Frame.

Farmers’ Souq at Al Nakheel Park will operate from Saturday instead of Friday, starting from January 8.

Ladies’ Day at Al Barsha Park 2 will be held on Thursday instead of Sunday.

Children’s City, an activity centre for children featuring educational and amusement facilities, will operate from Monday to Friday from 9am until 7pm. On Saturdays and Sundays, the centre will be open from 2pm until 8pm.


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