Burj Khalifa is the tower illuminated during Dubai's famous New Year's Eve fireworks display.
The skyscraper dominates Downtown Dubai and serves as the centerpiece of a coordinated spectacle involving fireworks, LED lighting, projections, music, and the surrounding Dubai Fountain area. Its extreme height makes the building visible across a wide part of the city.
Burj Khalifa opened in 2010 and is the world's tallest building, standing 828 metres tall. The tower was developed by Emaar Properties and was originally known during construction as Burj Dubai before its official name was announced.
Dubai's midnight event is often described as a fireworks show even when the program combines several technologies. The Burj Al Arab is another famous Dubai landmark that has hosted festive displays, but it is not the tower identified with the Downtown countdown. Annual production details can change as organizers revise the show.