Here's how to catch Santa Claus in the desert.
Skip the Turkey takeaways and brunches at home this Christmas and make your way towards all the fabulously festive venues that offer up a cheery feast like never before. Indulge your merry little heart out this festive season with Christmas brunches, Christmas-themed dinner shows and more!
Are you ready to catch Santa Claus?
ATLANTIS THE PALM
CIRQUE DE CUISINE
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Naughty or nice...
Cirque De Cuisine is a unique dining experience at Atlantis The Palm, where the food is served from lavish buffets and live cooking sessions. Join the lavish evening brunch in Dubai on Friday, 16 December and indulge in signature dishes from Nobu, Bread Street Kitchen, Seafire, En Fuego and more. Discover the Naughty or Nice Edition, bringing the Christmas spirit and Santa Claus to The Avenues, with live entertainment including live music, dancers, elves and a visit from Santa himself! Before you head to the electrifying after-party in Dubai at Wavehouse, don't miss out on desserts served at The Lost Chambers Aquarium, giving you an underwater dining experience.
ARMANI PRIVÉ
JETLAG NIGHTS - THE CHRISTMAS EDITION
This Christmas, Armani Prive invites you to an exceptional DARK OVERFLIGHT affair. Enjoy a fusion of OPEN FORMAT RNB & HIP-HOP and music by DJ SLIM, supported by Flako.
BARASTI
CHRISTMAS BRUNCH
Fancy a Christmas brunch with chilled beach vibes? Say no more and make your way to Barasti Beach Club, Dubai’s favourite beach club, for their Christmas brunch on the 25th of December priced at AED 450, running from 1 pm to 5 pm. Festive season calories don’t count and there’s plenty on the menu to keep hunger at bay. Feast on a selection of cheese and nuts, roast meat, crispy Brussels sprouts with parmesan shavings and balsamic reduction, and grilled salmon with creamy savoy cabbage.
AED 450 (Adults)
AED 125 (Children from 6 to 12 years)
BLU DUBAI
THE CHRISTMAS PARTY YOU CAN'T-MISS!
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Jingle to BLU Dubai. On the 23rd of December, BLU Dubai is opening up some big presents for you! Come sleigh the night with us. Bring your family and friends, it's going to be a night for in the books. Santa can't wait to see you!
BUSHRA BY BUDDHA BAR
CHRISTMAS EVE BRUNCH
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Imagined by Buddha-Bar and featuring a modern Middle Eastern menu, the restaurant is a beacon of provocative sophistication in a wow-worthy environment that will always keep you coming back for more. This Christmas in Dubai, indulge in modern Middle Eastern dishes with free-flowing beverages and eclectic entertainment for AED 675 per person inclusive of house and sparkling beverages.
Timing: Saturday, December 24, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
CÉ LA VI DUBAI
CHRISTMAS DINNER
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Get into the festive mood with an enriching Christmas voyage at the heart of Downtown Dubai. Discover a variety of culinary pleasures curated by Executive Chef Howard Ko, including a delectable main course platter with juicy roasted turkey breast and confit turkey leg tart, accompanied by cranberry glaze and Pommes puree, revealed just in time for the holidays. As you sway to the energetic DJ beats, embrace the nocturnal ambience watching the twinkling lights of Downtown Dubai and the Burj Khalifa.
Join us on December 24 from 6:30 PM for an exclusive party and plunge into the Christmas atmosphere with CÉ LA VI DUBAI!
Minimum spend of AED 500 per person
CIAO BELLA
FESTIVE CHEESE & WINE
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Christmas is fine… if you get cheese and wine. As long as you enjoy getting together with your loved ones, will have you covered with everything! Enjoy Ciao Bella’s cheese buffet for three hours with complementary unlimited wine. Pull up a chair and catch up with your friends or family on Saturday, December 24 from 7 pm - 11 pm. So, sit back, relax and get yourself a delicious glass of wine paired with authentic Italian cheese.
EVA BEACH HOUSE
CHRISTMAS BRUNCH
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Spend the most magical day of the year at Palm West Beach's hotspot Eva Beach House. The festive brunch in Dubai promises a premium selection of dishes from our chef and incredible live performances. For kids, there will be a special show program with Santa and gifts!
Prices:
450 AED per person- House Package
550 AED per person- Premium Package
200 AED per person- After Brunch
Timing: 1 pm - 4 pm
FLASHBACK SPEAKEASY
THE NAUGHTY ELVES DINNER SHOW
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This Christmas, bring out your inner Ho, ho, ho and meet the Naughty Elves!
Known for its sultry, mystery-solving, dinner shows, Flashback Speakeasy is cooking up a festive show that simply cannot be missed. This Christmas interactive musical in Dubai will keep you dancing with a twist on festive favourites, musical hits, pop, ballroom swag and even a little bit of country. Accompanied by a delicious Christmas-themed menu that will jingle your bells.
GARDEN ON 8
CHRISTMAS DAY FESTIVE BRUNCH
Soak up the festive spirit and kick off Christmas Day in the right way because Christmas is never complete without a festive roast brunch! Get your very own Christmas-themed buffet and unlimited drinks. Yes, a roast is included in the buffet! There will be 2 slots for guests to book from so we have time to clean up!
IL PASTAIO TRATTORIA
SPECIAL FESTIVE MENU
This Christmas in Dubai, enjoy our special festive three-course menu including 2 starters, 2 mains & a dessert to end at Il Pastaio Trattoria! Enjoy a good dining experience with our signature, highly praised & homemade creations in a warm and inviting atmosphere.
Details: AED 299 from December 24th to January 1st.
KHYBER RESTAURANT
CHRISTMAS EVE DINNER
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This Christmas in Dubai, celebrate the holiday cheer gathered with your loved ones over a special family set menu dinner at Duke's The Palm's Indian restaurant, Khyber, with the resident DJ.
Prices: Soft Package: AED245, Premium Package: AED295, Platinum Package: AED495, Children’s Package : AED120 (6-11 years old)
Timing: Starting 6.30 pm to 11.00 pm
PARAMOUNT HOTEL, BUSINESS BAY
CHRISTMAS PRODUCTION DAY
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A sparkling experience complete with festive props, The Stage presents a contemporary Christmas Day brunch. With culinary elves at play, they have conceptualized seven stations of different cuisines including traditional roasts, American favourites, Asian delights, Middle Eastern essentials, and Italian dishes for every discerning palette. With live performances from Mr and Mrs Clause and singing elves!
Time: 1 PM - 4 PM
Price: Soft AED375, House AED475, Bubbly AED595, Kids AED185
SOFITEL DOWNTOWN
CHRISTMAS BRUNCH
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Start Christmas Day with Joie de Noel and a delicious and memorable Family Brunch next to Sofitel Dubai Downtown's infinity pool. Enjoy a tantalising food cart set-up between 1 PM - 4 PM on December 25th, and watch live entertainment while sipping soft and house beverages as the kids play and make a splash. The package starts at AED 170 for kids between 6 and 12 years old (including food and soft beverages). Adults can choose between the soft drinks package for AED 350 per adult, or the house drinks package for AED 475 per adult (includes premium house drinks).
Email: [email protected]
Contact number: +971 56 996 0582
SOULGREEN
CHRISTMAS BRUNCH
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Experience a wonderful Christmas-themed brunch with mulled wine on the 25th of December with exceptional mulled wine. Soulgreen is a plant-rich cuisine meaning most of the ingredients we use when we create their recipes are fruits and vegetables.
THE ELOQUENT ELEPHANT
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Christmas doesn’t get any better than at your friendly neighbourhood gastro-pub, The Eloquent Elephant, with festive brunch and exciting offers on 24 and 25 December.
Join us for a fun-filled Christmas Eve brunch from 7 PM – 11 PM and enjoys amazing food, mulled wine, eggnog, and other signature festive treats. Want to start your celebrations a little earlier?
We got you covered with our Happy Hour deal from 12 PM – 7 PM. Starting at 12:30 PM – 4 PM, Christmas day brunch also promises to be joyous with the best Festive hits, great food and a best-dressed competition.
For reservations, call/Whatsapp +971501896089 or email [email protected]
THE MEYDAN HOTEL
CHRISTMAS DAY BRUNCH
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Farriers restaurant offers a hearty Christmas day meal sure to fill hearts and bellies with the holiday spirit! Choose from a mouthwatering variety of cooking stations from around the world - from Italian, Spanish, and Asian food favourites, to Arabic, Japanese, and more, and feast on whatever your heart desires.
Timing: December 25th, 2022, 1 PM - 4 PM
Prices:
AED 399 per person inclusive of themed buffet and free-flowing soft beverages
AED 499 per person inclusive of themed buffet, soft beverages, and free-flowing house beverages
AED 625 per person inclusive of themed buffet, free-flowing house beverages and sparkling grape
QWERTY
CHRISTMAS EVE DINNER
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Celebrate with Qwerty's signature Christmas turkey dinner paired with mulled wine on Christmas Eve in Dubai. With a menu of filling favourites and a soundtrack of modern classics, Qwerty at Media One is the perfect place to quench and munch for those living and working in and around Dubai Media City.
Price: Starting from AED 99
VENUS BEACH CLUB
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With stunning views of the Dubai Marina skyline and Ain Dubai, celebrate Christmas the Italian way at Venus Ristorante. Begin with a Bellini on arrival and savour a four-course menu of Italian classics featuring Burrata con Tartufo, Lobster Agnolotti Pasta and Capone Ripieno, Venus Panettone and Castagne e Pere for dessert and festive music for a relaxed evening.
Dates: Saturday 24 th & Sunday 25 th December
Times: 6:00 pm to 10.30 pm
Price: AED 495 per adult including Bellini on arrival