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Ramadan in Dubai 2025: New Iftar Cannon Locations Revealed

A Centuries-Old Tradition Continues Across Dubai 🌙💥

During Ramadan in Dubai, the iftar cannon’s sound is a pause, a timeless signal that signals the end of the daily fast. This cherished tradition, deeply rooted in history, remains an integral part of the city’s cultural landscape.
For Ramadan 2025, Dubai Police has expanded the experience, introducing seven new locations, bringing the total to 17 sites across the emirate.
This custom continues to reverberate loudly, proudly, and with the same significance as ever, whether you are witness to the cannon firing against a stunning city landmark or come across it unintentionally in a local park.

Where to Watch the Iftar Cannon in Dubai 🌙💥

Where to Catch the Dubai Iftar Cannon Dubai’s iftar cannon is fired every evening during Ramadan in perfect time with the Maghrib prayer call, signaling the end of the fast. The symbolic spectacle continues to draw large crowds to this enduring custom, which is deeply rooted in the history of the area. For Ramadan 2025, Dubai has introduced seven new fixed locations, where the cannon will be fired daily:

📍 Expo City Dubai

📍 The Burj Khalifa

📍 Festival City

📍 Uptown

📍 Madinat Jumeirah

📍 DAMAC Hills

📍 Hatta Guest House

The iftar cannon tradition is still a powerful and unified moment throughout the city, whether you’re just starting out with it or making it a part of your Ramadan routine.

Dubai's roving iftar cannons are a moving tradition.

Dubai’s iftar cannon tradition goes beyond the fixed locations and involves roaming cannons that travel throughout the city every two days between various locations. This year, these mobile cannons will cover 17 locations, ensuring more communities can witness this cherished Ramadan ritual.

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

The moving iftar cannon continues to unite communities across Dubai, preserving a centuries-old custom, whether you spot it in a bustling cityscape or a peaceful park.

When Does Ramadan 2025 Begin? 🌙

Ramadan, the sacred month of fasting, reflection, and community, is expected to begin on Saturday, March 1, 2025, according to Dubai’s Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department (IACAD). However, the official start date is subject to the moon sighting, which will be confirmed closer to the time.

Ramadan, one of the holiest months on the Islamic calendar, is celebrated by millions of people all over the world as a time of spiritual renewal, generosity, and unity.