American expats in Dubai wanting to party like a patriot for their homeland can get ready to ring in July 4 across the city this year.
Those proud to be made in America might be miles away from the USA, but they can still celebrate their fondness for their flag as several spots in Dubai are laying on events to mark the date, which is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the Declaration of Independence.
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America’s birthday has been celebrated on July 4 since 1776 to the present day and will fall on a Thursday this year.
From dining deals to dress up competitions, here’s everything you can get up to to celebrate July 4 in Dubai.
Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes
The New York-themed restaurant is all about the American diner experience, serving up some mountainous shakes and burgers galore.
If you want a a taste of home, try the All American Lunch deal, giving you a burger and a soft drink for Dhs65, or Dhs99 for one burger, one bottle of hops (JBR outlet only).
Tuck into the All-American beef burger or the old fashioned crispy chicken, all served with Idaho fries.
From Dhs65. Mon-Fri noon-5pm. Various locations. blacktapme.com.
Claw BBQ
Getting traditional, the crab shack will be going all out for July 4, giving you everything from American dishes to themed mixed drinks, pool and the famous bucking bronco.
Chuck on your best hat and boots and strut on down to the restaurant, where you can tuck into the 3 dog platter for Dhs115, or go all out on the Claw BBQ platter – the beef brisket is not to be missed.
Mon-Thurs noon-2am, Fri noon-3am, Sat 8am-3am, Sun 8am-2am. Pavilion at the Beach. clawbbq.com (04 577 4357).
Rodeo Drive
The traditional American holiday can still be celebrated all the way over in Dubai, and some spots are going all out in red, white and blue.
Cowboy hotspot Rodeo Drive have announced they will be taking you right back to the days of the ‘founders of America’, featuring best costume competitions, an all-American photobooth and of course you can have a go on the resident mechanical bull too.
Thurs, July 4. 6pm-4am. Rodeo Drive, Sheikh Zayed Road, Trade Centre. rodeodrivedubai.com (054 417 7028).
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