Dubai Fountain to Make a Spectacular Return on 1 October

The transformation has been anything but cosmetic. The 30-acre Burj Khalifa Lake was completely drained, revealing a rarely seen expanse of concrete. That base has now been replaced with a stronger, better-insulated surface designed to withstand years of high-powered performances. When the waters return, the show will feature cutting-edge sound and lighting systems, upgraded choreography, and even robot-operated jets, bringing an unprecedented level of precision to the famous arcs and cascades.

In the meantime, Emaar has kept the promenade buzzing. Five hundred metres of ultra-high-definition digital screens now light up the waterfront, while more than 50 restaurants with lake-facing terraces have been granted rent relief during the closure – a gesture aimed at supporting businesses until the fountains flow again.

Since its debut, the Dubai Fountain has become an emblem of the city’s flair for spectacle, shooting up to 22,000 gallons of water as high as 140 metres, perfectly in sync with music from around the world. The upcoming chapter aims to push that magic even further, blending technological innovation with the theatrical grandeur that made it a global draw.