Dubai Municipality has opened Khor Al Mamzar Beach, the first phase of the Al Mamzar Beaches development project, as part of a wider AED3 billion programme to expand the emirate’s coastline.
The destination, spanning 2.75 million square feet, is now open to residents, visitors, and tourists. The opening was inaugurated by Eng. Marwan Ahmed bin Ghalita, Director General of Dubai Municipality, in the presence of Directors General from government entities across Dubai.
The ceremony was attended by residents of Al Mamzar and Deira, alongside media representatives and influencers, and featured entertainment and interactive activities.
Dubai Khor Al Mamzar Beach opens with 19 food outlets, padel courts and a night beach
The development is in line with directives from His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to expand Dubai’s beaches and infrastructure in response to growing demand, and to position the emirate as the world’s best city to live in by 2040.
The beach features a swimming shoreline of 3.6 kilometres – a 128 per cent increase on what existed previously – alongside a 300-metre night beach operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The destination also includes the region’s first floating walkway and more than 5.5 kilometres of running, walking, and cycling tracks.
The sandy beachfront has been expanded by 110 per cent and now covers 182,000 square metres. Public facilities have increased by 400 per cent to a total of 20, with eight recreational amenities also included. Food and beverage outlets now stand at 19 – a 950 per cent increase – with further investment opportunities under development.
Additional facilities include an outdoor gym, a beach volleyball court, padel courts, and water-based activities such as kayaking. The beach is accessible for People of Determination.
Dubai Municipality has enhanced safety infrastructure by 340%. An integrated system now includes 12 lifeguard towers and 12 emergency call points across the site.
“Khor Al Mamzar Beach reflects our vision to transform Dubai’s beaches into globally iconic urban and tourism destinations, delivering premium experiences centred on comfort and wellbeing. Our objective is to create some of the world’s most advanced and attractive beachfront destinations, reinforcing Dubai’s appeal, sustainability, and quality of life while offering exceptional experiences for residents and visitors,” Eng. Marwan bin Ghalita said in a statement.
“Khor Al Mamzar Beach is one of Dubai Municipality’s flagship strategic projects aimed at enhancing the efficiency of coastal infrastructure and redefining the beachfront experience as a vibrant, all-day destination. Its opening marks a key milestone in delivering high-quality public beaches that combine design excellence, integrated experiences, and community engagement — further strengthening Dubai’s position as a leading destination for beach tourism and lifestyle experiences,” Badr Anwahi, CEO of the Public Facilities Agency at Dubai Municipality added.
Dubai Municipality has prioritised the development in response to visitor demand, which is expected to reach seven million annually upon completion of the second phase at Al Mamzar Corniche.
Phase two will also include developments at Jumeirah 1, with upgrades planned for Jumeirah 2, Umm Suqeim 1 and 2, and Jebel Ali Beach.
As part of a commitment to public-private partnerships and SME development, Dubai Municipality will offer leasing and investment opportunities, inviting operators, businesses, and entrepreneurs to contribute to the destination’s long-term development.
Al Mamzar Beaches form part of a portfolio of beachfront developments valued at AED3 billion under Dubai’s public beach development master plan. The project aligns with the Dubai Quality of Life Strategy 2033, the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, and the Blue and Green Spaces Roadmap 2030.
