UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCES AWAIT EVERYONE AT LEGOLAND® Dubai IN CELEBRATION OF UAE’S 50th NATIONAL DAY

Family-friendly celebrations from 25th of November to 4th December featuring the world’s largest UAE Minifigure Flag Build, UAE Salute LEGO® Model made from over 100,000 bricks together with prizes and giveaways 

In honour of the 50th UAE National Day, LEGOLAND® Dubai welcomes families from all over the nation to mark this momentous occasion by enjoying exclusive family-friendly activities that can only be found at LEGOLAND Dubai. From 25th of November to 4th of December, children are invited to take part in building the world’s largest UAE LEGO® Minifigure Flag; and to search for LEGO UAE flags as part of the ‘UAE LEGO Flag Hunt’ to win some awesome prizes. Furthermore, exclusive instagrammable locations are not to be missed when families take their selfies, especially the ‘LEGOLAND Dubai Salute LEGO® Model’, proudly made from over 100,000 LEGO bricks. 

As part of the UAE 50th National Day celebrations, guests are invited to participate in building the world’s largest UAE LEGO Minifigure Flag. Here, families will play a monumental part to this process by picking their favourite colour of the UAE flag and building a minifigure of themselves ultimately contributing to a larger UAE flag LEGO Minifigures. The model, which will be created by 20,000 LEGO Minifigures will stand at an astounding 3 metres height and 6 meters width, making it indeed the largest UAE LEGO Minifigure Flag in the world.

To extend the fun even further, families can join the ‘UAE LEGO Flag Hunt’ at MINILAND, where famous landmarks are recreated with more than 60 million LEGO bricks. The ‘UAE LEGO Flag Hunt’ is an exciting treasure hunt adventure, where families will search for the hidden LEGO UAE flags at MINILAND and when successfully completing the hunt, winners will receive some great prizes.

Back by popular demand, the LEGOLAND Dubai ‘Salute LEGO Model’, which is 2.8 meters high, made entirely out of 108,231 LEGO bricks within 470 hours and weighs 230 kgs, will make its return to mark an unforgettable celebration of the 50th UAE National Day. The three-finger salute popularized by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, represents win, victory, and love, and symbolises work ethic, success, and love of the nation. 

To celebrate the UAE 50th National Day even more, the young foodies will enjoy a special ‘AED 50' Combo meal at Knight’s Table with a delicious burger, finger-licking chips, a refreshing drink and irresistible ice cream together with a limited-edition pop badge.

That’s not all, there will also be special appearances of LEGOLAND beloved characters “Ollie” and “Olivia” proudly dressed in their national day themed outfits and welcoming all families during this special occasion. To complete an unforgettable celebration, families should not miss collecting their own special limited-edition LEGO collector brick, commemorating the 50th spirit of the union.

UAE National Day celebrations at LEGOLAND Dubai, are complimentary for guests with a valid entry ticket, as well as Annual Pass Holders. LEGOLAND Dubai full day ticket price is AED 275. One day ticket includes unlimited access to all rides, shows and attractions at LEGOLAND Dubai theme park only. Complimentary entry for children under 3 years – ID is required. LEGOLAND Dubai is open from Wednesday to Monday from 10:00am – 6:00pm, extended opening hours on Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10:00am-7:00pm. 

Notes 

Maintaining visitor health and safety as a top priority, the team at LEGOLAND® Dubai have been working hard to ensure hygiene and safety measures are enhanced throughout the park, including enhanced cleaning, social distancing markers at ride queues, shops, restaurants and more. A maximum capacity of guests is applicable at the park. Government regulations and social distancing requirements are implemented to ensure a safe and fun experience for all. Tickets are available at the gate at full price and at reduced price online when booked 24 hours in advance. 

LEGOLAND® Dubai for families with kids aged 2-12 includes LEGOLAND Dubai with over 40 LEGO themed rides, shows and building experiences; LEGOLAND Water Park with over 20 family-friendly LEGO themed water slides and attractions; and soon-to-be-launched LEGOLAND Hotel with LEGO themed rooms & suites, themed family restaurants and interactive activities. LEGOLAND Dubai is the first of its kind in the region and was opened in 2016. The first LEGOLAND Park opened in 1968 in Billund, Denmark, followed by nine LEGOLAND parks in 5 countries featuring United Kingdom, USA, Germany, Malaysia, UAE and Japan. LEGOLAND Dubai is located on Sheikh Zayed Road opposite the Palm Jebel Ali in Dubai equidistant to Dubai and Abu Dhabi International Airports.

About Merlin Entertainments plc

Merlin Entertainments is a global leader in location-based, family entertainment. As Europe's Number 1 and the world's second-largest visitor attraction operator, Merlin operates over 137 attractions, 22 hotels and 6 holiday villages in 24 countries and across 4 continents. Merlin’s purpose is to deliver memorable experiences to its millions of guests around the world, through its iconic brands and multiple attraction formats, and the commitment and passion of its employees.

Dubai Parks and Resorts, owned by DXB Entertainments PJSC, is the region’s largest multi-themed leisure and entertainment destination comprising three separate theme parks: MOTIONGATE™ Dubai the region’s largest Hollywood-inspired theme park; LEGOLAND® Dubai featuring 40 LEGO® themed rides, attractions and building experiences, LEGOLAND Water Park, the region’s first water park catering to families with children aged 2-12; and Bollywood Parks™ Dubai, a first-of-its-kind theme park with s rides and attraction based on some of Bollywood’s biggest blockbusters. The destination is connected by Riverland™ Dubai – a themed retail and dining destination in addition to the Lapita™ Hotel, a Polynesian themed family hotel part of the Marriott Autograph Collection. Located on Sheikh Zayed Road opposite the Palm Jebel Ali in Dubai equidistant to Dubai and Abu Dhabi International Airports the destination offers over 100 rides and attractions.