Step into a world where magic meets the cosmos. Mall of the Emirates proudly unveils Kochab, one of the largest indoor, hanging illuminated stars. Suspended like a jewel in the sky above the mall’s iconic atrium, Kochab bursts into life with thousands of shimmering reflections, transforming the space into a celestial wonderland and an unmissable festive photo moment for families, friends, and creators. This is your moment to shine, capture unforgettable memories beneath a star that feels straight out of the universe.
A name infused with celestial heritage, Kochab (Beta Ursae Minoris) is a star of historic significance in the Ursa Minor constellation. Long before modern navigation tools, it served as a celestial guide for travellers and explorers, symbolising direction, stability, and hope. By naming this monumental installation after Kochab, Mall of the Emirates transforms festive décor into a luminous tribute to heritage, exploration, and humanity’s enduring fascination with the cosmos.
Today, it lights up Dubai as a dazzling symbol of joy, togetherness, and festive spirit. Crafted by MK Illumination, this masterpiece blends artistry, engineering, and sustainable brilliance to deliver an experience that’s as timeless as it is futuristic.
Measuring an impressive 10 metres wide, Kochab’s multidimensional surfaces scatter light like cosmic crystals, turning the atrium into a galaxy of festive wonder. This is more than décor –it is Dubai’s newest festive icon, a celebration of imagination, exploration, and shared human magic.
This festive season, while the Christmas tree will always stand tall, guests are invited to rediscover the magic of the universe and let Kochab turn their holiday moments into something extraordinary. The installation will remain on display until20 January 2026.
Kochab is set to become one of Dubai’s standout festive photo hotspots, inviting visitors to gather, celebrate, and capture the season’s magic beneath a celestial icon reimagined in light.
