This Christmas, Dubai is not just celebrating; It’s sparkling, snowing and serving festive magic around every corner. The Holiday season is here, and the city is ready to shine and is turning into a Christmas wonderland. Dubai has everything you need to make your Christmas special, whether you’re looking for fancy dinners, cosy takeaways, or family-friendly get-togethers.
From lights to laughter, here’s how you can experience the most festive Christmas activities in Dubai.
Things to do to Celebrate Christmas in Dubai
Christmas Tree at Dubai Hills Golf Club
Head over to Dubai Hills Golf Club and enjoy a Christmas tree lighting where Hillhouse Brasserie and The Duck Hook team display a spectacular 20-foot Christmas tree this festive season. Guests can enjoy a warm mulled wine or rich hot chocolate while a live choir sings traditional carols, creating an ideal holiday atmosphere, making it a must-visit place this Christmas with your loved ones.
Culinara Dubai Christmas Festivities
Culinara Dubai, the sky-high dining destination, is marking a Christmas festival offering 11 festive foodie spots, sparkling lights and live music at The Link at One Zaabeel. The Christmas Market runs until Wednesday, January 7, featuring local favourites such as Mizram chocolates, Vero candles, wreath-making workshops and delicious panettone from Casinetto, making it a must-visit Christmas destination in Dubai.
Mama Skypool Christmas Movie Screening
Experience a movie screening hosted by Mama Skypool, bringing festive cheer with christmas movie marathon paired perfectly with a tasty hot chocolate bar, where you can even top your drinks with marshmallows, crushed peppermint, lotus biscuits, or a salted caramel drizzle. The screening features classics like Home Alone, Almost Christmas, and The Grinch, available on a first-come-first-served basis. The Event runs from Monday, December 22, to Friday, December 26, at Business Bay, making it a must-visit spot for Christmas fun in Dubai.
(DH25 per person, including hot chocolate bar)
Christmas Market at Dubai Festival City Mall
If you want to experience a hub of shopping alongside fun festive activities in Dubai this season, then Dubai festival city mall is a place to get in. Enjoy live performances, festive food, and sparkling Christmas lights alongside the festival stalls filled with gifts and treats. Imagine walking along a path adorned with fireworks, water and lights and the joyful feeling spanning all around.
Gingerbread House Activity
Enjoy a fun gingerbread house decorating class at Hilton Dubai Palm, Jumeirah, complete with all the necessary sprinkles and sweet toppings to express your festive creativity. This one is the ideal christmas activity for all ages. You can take your edible masterpiece home for display or can dive in right away. The workshop costs Dh160 per person and has different time slots from December 13 to 22.
An Open-Air Christmas Celebration
Media One Hotel
Celebrate Christmas day in Dubai with unforgettable poolside and garden festivities. The Media One Hotel’s Pub Garden is transforming into a holiday playground with live barbeque stations, party crackers, giveaways, a little fake snow and unlimited food options (Dh 199 – soft drinks), (Dh 299 House baverages) and (Dh 399 premium beverages). Finally, enjoy dancing to live drummers, because the fun doesn’t stop on the plate. Join the celebration on Thursday, December 25, at the Media One Hotel, Dubai Media City.
Renaissance Business Bay Hotel
Renaissance Business Bay Hotel Dubai makes the Christmas festivities perfect for families, as it offers an open-air christmas day barbeque on the terrace overlooking the Dubai Water Canal. Savour rich food items, including fresh salad, soft drinks, and house beverage packages.
(Dh 225 Soft beverages and Dh 350 beverages)
Bab El Bahr: Premium Roasted Turkey Feast
Experience the perfect blend of Levantine warmth and festive Christmas charm at Bab El Bahr. This Christmas, the restaurant is offering a 7-8 kg turkey (Priced Dh 850) with chestnut stuffing and seasonal veggies. Pre-booking is recommended for dining in to secure your festive spread. Guests can also enhance their feast with additional sides from the à la carte menu.
Italian Christmas Vibes at Lunarossa (lunarossadubai)
Lunarossa at Business Bay is all set to elevate your Christmas festivities this season and transform Dubai straight to Italy with a two-day celebration. Experience Christmas Eve with a seafood feast, a DJ spinning festive tunes, and tombola games from 8 PM to 12 PM for DH 500 per person on December 24. Then return for a Christmas brunch on December 25, featuring the special Menu Di Natale, complete with panettone, DJ sets, and family-friendly celebrations from 12:30 PM onwards. Dance, eat and sip your way through italian style christmas in Dubai.
Zenon Dubai: A Christmas Special
Zenon Dubai blends Mediterranean-Asian cuisine, stunning decor and joyful holiday vibes, making it the perfect destination for celebrating Christmas in Dubai. Zenon invites guests to enjoy a festival experience, Winter Reverie, running from December 24, 2025 to January 7, 2026. Offering a limited edition à la carte menu, crafted by Head Chef Thomas Papas, brings together seasonal flavours, reflecting warmth, togetherness and holiday cheer. On Christmas Eve and Christmas Day the celebrations become more enchanting with opera and musical performances starting at 9 PM, making unforgettable festive nights. Located at the Kempinski Central Avenue Hotel in Downtown Dubai.
Christmas Fireworks and Drone Shows in Dubai
Dubai is famous for lighting up their skies on different festivals, like fireworks on New Year’s Eve and fireworks on Eid Al Etihad, and Christmas is one of the many occasions. With fireworks, lights and drone shows, the magic of Christmas celebrations spreads as night falls. These lights are truly worthy of enchanting the visitors with every single shot, and the best part is you can see these amazing light shows in various places across the city, providing heartthrobbing eves.
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