Are the Dubai Fountain shows at Dubai Mall running during an official mourning period?

From messages by 2 participants in 2 sources · Last activity: 16 days ago

TL;DR

During the announced mourning period in Dubai, Dubai Fountain shows were suspended until 30 September; a report also noted mourning music at the Burj Khalifa fountain through 1 October 2026. Check the current schedule before visiting.

What the community said

A 27 September update said the fountain by Burj Khalifa was using mourning music through 1 October 2026. If planning an evening at Dubai Mall, do not expect the regular programme until the period ends.

16 days ago 1 October 2026

The initial notice stated that Dubai Fountain shows at Dubai Mall were suspended until 30 September because of a ten-day official mourning period beginning on 21 September.

21 days ago Dubai Fountain — until 30 September

For a Downtown Dubai visit during mourning, plan for an observation deck, restaurants or a walk around Burj Khalifa instead, and confirm the fountain timetable just before going: reports indicate programme restrictions until 30 September–1 October 2026.

21 days ago Downtown Dubai, Burj Khalifa