Burj Khalifa is the focal landmark of Dubai's famous New Year's Eve fireworks and light show.
The skyscraper stands in Downtown Dubai beside Dubai Mall and the Dubai Fountain. Its height, distinctive tapering form, and large exterior façade make it a natural centerpiece for a highly visible midnight production. Shows have combined fireworks with projected images, LED effects, lasers, and synchronized music, depending on the year.
Burj Khalifa opened in 2010 and remains the world's tallest building, with an architectural height of 828 metres. Its New Year's event is watched by crowds in Downtown Dubai and by viewers through television and online broadcasts.
The Burj Al Arab is another globally recognizable Dubai landmark and has also appeared in celebrations, but it is not the tower identified with the central Downtown countdown. Event details, including the program and pyrotechnics, can change from one year to another.