Authorities have confirmed there's going to be a dry night this weekend.

With the occasion of Arafat Day and Eid Al Adha almost upon us, Dubai authorities have confirmed that there's going to be a dry night in the emirate in the coming days.

A statement was released to local bars and restaurants stating that the dry night will run for 25 hours, and will be in place from 6.30pm on Friday 9th August, to 7.30pm on Saturday 10th August.