Although you would not expect to spend a white Christmas in Dubai, there are several activities happening all throughout the city that are just bursting with holiday cheer. These are the experiences you need to check out if you're intending to spend Christmas in Dubai. Despite being an Islamic country, the people's enthusiasm for this holiday is incredible. Malls, shops, restaurants, and businesses are all tastefully decorated for Christmas with a lit Christmas tree, miniature snowmen, and vibrant lightings.
The Burj Al Arab's glittering Christmas decor highlights the hotel's opulence. With an 828-meter height, the Burj Khalifa, also known as the Burj Dubai, is one of the tallest buildings in the world. Each story has good lighting and decoration. This is Dubai's main draw, and at Christmas, its splendor is at its most breathtaking. As a result, it becomes the most popular location for having a fantastic Christmas evening.
TIMINGS: Open 24 hours
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For a unique Christmas celebration, the Dubai Opera Big Band is back! Santa Baby and Jingle Bell Rock are among the Christmas music included. Attending a concert with a Christmas theme at the renowned Dubai Opera is one of the best things to do during Christmas in Dubai. You can see The Sound of Christmas this year. Some of the top jazz musicians in the area perform all your favorite Christmas songs during the show.
TIMINGS: 21 December, 2021: 8 pm, 22 December, 2021: 2 pm and 8 pm
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Make the most of your downtime in Dubai with the help of QE2's theatre. theatres, sporting events, concerts, and exhibitions. The Christmas-themed musical comedy THE CHRISTMAS SHOW combines holiday family favorites with sketches. It's one of the top family-friendly Christmas activities in Dubai. There are also a ton of snacks available. December will feature several shows and activities, including the lighting of the Christmas tree.
TIMINGS: 9:30 am to 5:30 pm all days except for Fridays
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Being one of the best desert resorts, this festival market is the perfect place to be for festive songs, cuisine, lights, celebrations, decorations you don’t want to miss out. A spectacular holiday buffet is also being offered at Bab Al Shams for an extra fee. Enter this revitalized sanctuary amid the dunes, which is dotted with life-changing encounters for daring and adventurous souls. In the middle of the Dubai desert, the five-star, luxury Bab Al Shams Desert Resort is fashioned to look like a fortified Arab hamlet.
TIMINGS: 6 pm to 10 pm, December 20 and 21
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A snowy celebration with rides, food, gifts. A spectacular cinema experience with your oved ones. It is a record-breaking attraction with historical neighborhoods with one of the largest shopping malls in Dubai. The third-largest indoor ski slope in the world and the first to operate in the Middle East is Ski Dubai, which is situated inside Dubai Mall of the Emirates. In the 22,500 square meter space of the indoor ski area, an experience zone called Ski Dubai was built. Tobogganing, skiing, or snowboarding are the best options.
DATE: December 1-December 25
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It features a magnificent 8-metre tall Christmas tree with lit carbon-neutral LED-lighting, this festival also gives knowledge about sustainability. Majid Al Futaim is the owner of the mall and wishes to plant a tree every visitor every festival. Futuristic trees are spread all over and the visitor can take a plead near them. The Mall of the Emirates provides a variety of dining and retail alternatives as well as unique indoor skiing and moviegoing experiences. The multi-level shopping Centre currently has 80 luxury retailers, over 100 restaurants and cafés, over 630 retail outlets, and 7,900 parking spots. The Mall of the Emirates in Dubai is a must-see location offering travelers a variety of exciting activities all under one roof.
DATE: Till December 25, 12 pm to 12 am
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CHRISTMAS CARNIVAL AT GEMS PRIVATE SCHOOL OUD METHA
What a winter wonderland it is, this school is absolutely adorable with over a 80 exhibitors with kids activities to enjoy. This Christmas carnival offers more than 50 locally produced vendors, a tonne of kid-friendly activities including face painting, balloon bending, and a bounce house. However, the institution serves its market effectively with its history and reputation despite having been founded in 1973 and with sixth form tuition prices averaging around AED 34,000. Every student feels secure and has the chance to develop their abilities and possibilities.
DATE: December 12, 2 pm to 10 pm
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MADINAT JUMEIRAH FESTIVE MARKET
Madinat Jumeirah's Winter Wonderland is the first market on our list of Dubai Christmas markets for 2021. A family-friendly event leading up to Christmas will be held in the Arabian Market at Souk Madinat, with Santa's grotto, a North Pole Train, a Venetian Carousel, a four-lane bungee, and more. There is much to do for the entire family, including shopping, doing art, and relaxing on a bean bag.
DATE: December 16-December 30
TIMINGS: 2 pm to 10 pm
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THE BIG STUDIOVILLE CHRISTMAS MARKET
Studio One Hotel in Dubai Studio City has a courtyard that becomes a mart with theme of Christmas and what not, with plenty of activities for kids and adults. Also, something to look forward to are the delectable holiday fare and sweets that make the season genuinely unique. You can also get festive vegan food and drink.
DATE: December 18
TIMINGS: 10 am to 6 pm
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Numerous sellers from Dubai will be present at this Christmas market in Dubai. Your children can participate in arts and crafts projects, a bouncy castle, and carol performances in addition to shopping. Additionally, the first 100 fortunate children to meet the good old Santa will get unique presents.
DATE: December 24
TIMINGS: 11 am to 7 pm
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