Dubai: Hindu temple, St Mary’s Church and Sikh gurdwara reopen in phased return
Online registration introduced for selected church Mass services
DUBAI – A number of prominent places of worship across Dubai, including Hindu temples, churches and Sikh gurdawara, are reopening in phases between April 10 and April 12, restoring access for devotees following temporary closures implemented for safety and security reasons.
The reopening marks a gradual return of religious activities across the city, with each institution operating under specific guidelines and controlled arrangements.
Authorities have approved limited access at several sites, while worshippers are being guided through revised procedures for attendance, registration and participation. The phased resumption reflects a coordinated effort to restore regular religious services while ensuring regulated operations.
Dubai Hindu Temple
Dubai Hindu Temple reopened its doors to devotees from Friday, with visiting hours set between 6am and 6pm. The temple had been temporarily closed from April 3 following precautionary safety and security instructions.
Its reopening has allowed worshippers to return for daily prayers and rituals after a brief suspension of services.
Krishna Temple
Shri Krishna Temple Dubai will resume regular darshan from Saturday, April 11, as announced by the temple management committee. Devotees will once again be able to participate in scheduled worship following the temporary closure period. The reopening reinstates normal religious routines at the temple.
St Mary’s Church
St Mary's Catholic Church Dubai will reopen on Saturday after receiving approval for limited indoor liturgical services. The Apostolic Vicariate of Southern Arabia confirmed that outdoor gatherings and non-liturgical activities will not be permitted within church premises.
Attendance at obligatory Saturday and Sunday Masses will require mandatory online registration via the church’s official website.
Evangelical service
Evangelical Christian Church of Dubai has invited worshippers to attend its Sunday service on April 12 at DECC in Jebel Ali at 10.30am.
Prior to the service, Foundations Classes including Jumpstart, Apologetics & Worldviews and Parenthood will be conducted at 9.30am in ground floor classrooms. The church has stated that all worshippers are welcome to attend.
Sikh Gurdwara
Gurudwara Guru Nanak Darbar Dubai has expressed hope of reopening soon for darshan following the easing of restrictions.
While no formal date has been announced, the gurudwara indicated that arrangements are progressing towards resumption of services. Further updates are expected in the coming days.