Dubai Police have officially announced the Ramadan Iftar cannon locations in Dubai for 2026, continuing one of the UAE’s most cherished Ramadan traditions.
During Ramadan 2026 in Dubai, cannons will be fired daily at sunset to mark iftar time, signaling the end of the fast. The sound of the Ramadan cannon can be heard up to 10km, making it an important traditional method of announcing iftar across the city.
The tradition of the Dubai Ramadan cannon dates back to the 1960s and remains a key part of the Holy Month celebrations in the UAE.
Main Iftar Cannon Locations in Dubai for Ramadan 2026
Dubai Police confirmed six fixed cannon locations across the emirate:
- Burj Khalifa
- Expo City Dubai (Main Cannon Site)
- DAMAC Hills
- Dubai Festival City
- Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR) – returning after 10 years
- Vida Creek Harbour Hotel
The return of the JBR Ramadan cannon is especially notable, marking its first appearance in a decade.
Mobile Ramadan Cannon Locations in Dubai
In addition to the main sites, mobile iftar cannons in Dubai will rotate across several locations throughout Ramadan 2026, including:
- Al Barsha Park
- Al Khawaneej Majlis
- Al Warqa
- Atlantis Hotels
- Bab Al Shams
- Burj Khalifa
- Dubai Parks and Resorts
- Global Village
- Hatta
- JBR
- Lahbab
- Marasi Boulevard
- Margham
- Meydan Hotel
- Nad Al Sheba Majlis
- One&Only One Za’abeel
- Umm Suqeim Majlis
- Vida Creek Harbour
These rotating cannon sites allow residents across different communities to experience the Dubai iftar cannon tradition firsthand.
Why the Ramadan Cannon Is Important?
The Ramadan cannon firing in Dubai is a cultural and religious tradition observed in several Muslim countries. Historically, cannons were used to announce iftar in areas where people could not hear the call to prayer.
Today, while modern technology provides precise Ramadan prayer and iftar timings in Dubai, the cannon remains a powerful symbol of heritage and unity. Families and visitors often gather at cannon sites to witness the moment the fast is officially broken.
As Ramadan 2026 in the UAE approaches, Dubai’s iftar cannons once again highlight the emirate’s dedication to preserving tradition while bringing communities together during the Holy Month.
