National Day 2026
Decorations
Decorations
2 December 2026
Eid Al Etihad: the 55th
UAE National Day, officially Eid Al Etihad, is on 2 December. In 2026 it marks 55 years since the union of 1971. Offices, schools, malls and shops decorate in the colours of the UAE flag: red, green, white and black.
Ideas
What to decorate
| Where | Ideas that work |
|---|---|
| Office reception | Printed backdrop with your logo and the 55th message, flag-colour wall graphics, a photo wall for staff |
| Schools | Stage backdrop, corridor wall graphics, heritage corner, printed banners for the assembly |
| Shops and malls | Window stickers, roll-up banners at the entrance, hanging banners, a themed display stand |
| Outdoor events | Tents and majlis setups, fence banners, entrance arches, stage branding |
Planning
When to order
- Early November: agree the design and sizes.
- Mid November: approve the final artwork; production starts.
- Last week of November: installation.
- After the holiday: removal, if needed.
Temporary promotional campaigns and outdoor adverts may need approval; see our guide to sign rules in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
Messages
Words that work on a backdrop
Keep it short and readable from 5 metres. Bilingual works best, with Arabic first:
- عيد الاتحاد 55 · Eid Al Etihad 55
- روح الاتحاد · Spirit of the Union (the official theme)
- Your logo with a short line from your team, for example "Proud to be part of the UAE story"
Use the flag colours as accents on a white or neutral background, so the message and your logo stay readable in photos.
Materials
Choose by where it goes and how long it stays
| Material | Use it for | Reusable next year? |
|---|---|---|
| Fabric (tension) backdrop | Receptions, stages, photo walls | Yes, if the design has no year on it |
| PVC banner | Outdoor fences, entrances | Sometimes |
| Removable vinyl sticker | Glass, walls, windows | No, single use |
| Foam board and cut-outs | Indoor displays, school corners | Yes, with care |
| Roll-up banner | Entrances and lobbies | Yes, change only the print |
Tip: print the year-specific message on a separate panel, so the main backdrop can be reused every December.
With JR Group
One team from design to install
We design, print, build and install event decorations from our workshop in Musaffah, Abu Dhabi, with a second office in Deira, Dubai. See our Abu Dhabi services and roll-up banner sizes.
FAQ
Questions
When is UAE National Day 2026?
Eid Al Etihad is on 2 December. 2026 marks 55 years since the UAE was formed on 2 December 1971.
When should we order National Day decorations?
Order in early November. Printed items and signs need design approval before production, and installers are busiest in the last two weeks of November.
Do you install in schools and offices in Abu Dhabi?
Yes. We produce and install event branding, backdrops, tents and decorations from our workshop in Musaffah, and also work in Dubai.
Sources
Where this comes from
Checked on 8 October 2026. Rules change; confirm with the authority before you order a sign.
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