Al Maryah Island has partnered with Platinum Records, the leading record label company which operates under the umbrella of MBC Group, to usher in 2017 with a star-studded music spectacular in the UAE capital this New Year’s Eve.

Visitors are invited to celebrate with Emirati star Hussain Al Jassmi, Egyptian pop icon Mohamed Hamaki, and Palestinian singing sensation Mohammed Assaf as they perform live on the waterfront Promenade at Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi’s business and lifestyle destination.
 
Award-winning singer Hussain Al Jassmi, famous for his hits 'Bawada'ak' and 'Wallah Mayiswa', will wow the audience with his much-loved repertoire of songs, which span two decades. The 2013 X-Factor Arabiya judge is one of the most famous artists to come out of the UAE and his performances are renowned for being full of emotion and pride for his home country. His show is guaranteed to give the audience a unique, once-in-a-lifetime evening which they will never forget.
 
Much-loved Egyptian pop icon Mohamed Hamaki will treat visitors to an unforgettable performance, packed with 10 years of songs such as 'Ahla Haga Feeki', 'We Aftakrt and Ma Balash', as well as tracks from his latest hit album, 'Omroh Ma Yegheib'.
 
Mohammed Assaf stunned the judges with his astonishing voice at the 2015 Arab Idol, which he went on to win. The 27-year-old ‘Nightingale of Palestine’ is universally loved for his passionate performances and is set to bring a poignant magic to this most special of evenings.
 
Ali Eid AlMheiri, executive director, Mubadala Real Estate & Infrastructure said: “Following the success of our New Year’s Eve celebrations last year, we are delighted to partner with Platinum Records for this year’s event on Al Maryah Island, which promises to set 2017 off to an unforgettable start. We are looking forward to continuing our collaboration into 2017 and beyond to bring many more exciting events to the capital in partnership with Platinum Records.”

Taymoor Marmarchi, head of Platinum Records, said: “We are proud to be able to bring to life this incredible New Year’s extravaganza at Al Maryah Island in collaboration with Mubadala, the master developer of Al Maryah Island. What better way to welcome 2017 than with some of the region’s leading music stars performing against the breath-taking backdrop of the Promenade on Al Maryah Island, as it is lit up with a spectacular firework display.”
 
More than 10,000 people are expected to attend the music concerts, which will include a thrilling midnight countdown by Hussain Al Jassmi, which will be followed by a spectacular firework show.
 
The event runs from 7:00 pm – 1:00am and is free to attend. Entry to the main concert area is registration-only; tickets need to be reserved by registering at https://www.ticketmaster.ae/event/5249?CL_ORIGIN=753002.
 
Celebrate across the island:
 
The celebrations will spread across the island this New Year’s Eve, with some of the most exciting events in the capital being hosted by Al Maryah Island’s two stunning hotels, and luxurious shopping and dining destination, The Galleria. Visitors will delight in indulging in New Year’s Eve staycations or vacations at the Rosewood Abu Dhabi and Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island, which are each offering their own exciting New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day programs, bursting with fun packages for families and friends.
 
Rosewood Abu Dhabi
 
Witness the Al Maryah Island fireworks from the glamorous Rosewood Abu Dhabi, one of the most luxurious hotels in the capital. Choose from buffet packages at Aqua, dine on a la carte Chinese delicacies at Dai Pai Dong, feast with the family Levantine-style at Sambusek or enjoy a front row view of the fireworks at your own private table at Glo. For bookings, please call 02 813 55 52 or email abudhabi.dining@rosewoodhotels.com.
 
Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island
 
Book a room to take the celebrations right into 2017 at the famous Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island. Step back in time with Butcher & Still’s decadent Great Gatsby dinner packages; relax in style and take your taste buds on a tour of Italy with Café Milano’s seven-course dinner and much more. For reservations and inquiries, please call 02 333 2222 or email contactus.abudhabi@fourseasons.com.

The Galleria on Al Maryah Island:
 
The Galleria on Al Maryah Island offers prime views of the spectacular fireworks set to light up the night sky at midnight, ringing in the New Year. With an array of dining options for guests to enjoy throughout the evening, The Galleria on Al Maryah Island offers a collection of international and independent dining philosophies under one roof and is sure to not disappoint. Visit thegalleria.ae for more information. - TradeArabia News Service