The Ultimate Guide to Watching Dubai Fountain

Celebrate the highly anticipated Dubai Fountain reopening with this exclusive guide from Address Hotels + Resorts. As one of the world’s most spectacular choreographed water displays, the fountain is best experienced from our unrivalled locations in Downtown Dubai. From luxurious stays to exquisite dining, this guide unveils the best ways to enjoy the Burj Khalifa Fountain Show, making it your go-to resource for unforgettable moments.

Dubai Fountain Reopening 2025: The Show Returns with a Splash

Returning on 1 October 2025, Dubai Fountain Show reclaims its place as a defining landmark in the heart of Downtown. With advanced lighting technology, synchronised choreography, and a refreshed programme, the dancing fountain promises renewed wonder with every performance. Shows run daily in the evenings, with Dubai Fountain timings scheduled at 6.00pm  until late. The best times to watch are sunset and night, when the backdrop of the illuminated Burj Khalifa enhances the spectacle.

Memorable Moments

Stay with the Best Fountain Views

Dubai Fountain, situated on the iconic Burj Lake, is the world’s largest choreographed fountain system, combining music, water, and light on an extraordinary scale. For a truly immersive experience, staying in an Address hotel with fountain views offers you prime, front-row access to every show.

Scenic Dining

Dine with a View of Dubai Fountain

Dining beside the Burj Khalifa musical fountain is an experience in itself. With every performance, Dubai Fountain restaurants transform meals into memorable spectacles, where choreographed water, music, and light enhance the ambience.

FAQs

The fountain sits on Burj Lake, adjacent to Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa, at the heart of Downtown Dubai.
It’s scheduled to return on 1 October 2025 after a five-month renovation.
No, viewing from the promenade is free of charge. For closer access (Boardwalk or Lake Ride), nominal ticket fees apply.
Each performance runs approximately 4–5 minutes.
Prime vantage points include the promenade, the floating Boardwalk, or aboard a Lake Ride for an immersive experience. Staying at nearby hotels ensures uninterrupted views.
Evening shows run every 30 minutes from 6.00pm to 11.00pm. Afternoon shows are at 1.00pm and 1.30pm, except on Fridays (1.30pm and 2.00pm).
Walk onto the promenade, book a Boardwalk slot, or take the Abra Lake Ride. Each offers a different degree of immersion and perspective.
From the promenade (free), from the Boardwalk (closer), or from a boat on the Lake. Many Downtown hotels and restaurants also offer fountain-view vantage points.
Restaurants along the lake edge, especially Thiptara and Cetara,  are among the top picks for views over the dancing fountains.
Several Address Hotels + Resorts in Downtown Dubai offer rooms that overlook the fountains, such as Address Dubai Mall, Address Downtown, and Palace Downtown, making them ideal for enjoying the show without ever leaving your suite.
Key hotels include Palace Downtown, Address Downtown, and Address Dubai Mall, all offering excellent access to the fountain, the lake, and surrounding attractions.
Yes, after reopening, traditional Abra Rides (Lake Ride) will resume as a way to experience the fountains from the water.
Tickets are available at booths along the lake and online through authorised vendors.
Yes, it gives you a floating walkway mere meters from the jets, offering a more intimate and unobstructed view of the show.