It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas…
Christmas markets in Dubai are back. Not only is it a great way to celebrate the festive season, but you can also shop for loved ones, indulge in Christmas treats, play a few games, meet Santa and so much more.
Here are 6 winter wonderlands, grottos and Christmas markets in Dubai you have to check out.
Winter Garden at Habtoor City
When: Tues November 1 to Sat December 31
Kick off your Christmas celebrations with Habtoor Palace’s annual Winter Garden. Expect pop-up shops and a whole host of activities the family can enjoy, paired with entertainment, fun attractions and more. you will not go home hungry, with a large variety of dining options to keep you fueled through the festivities. Shawarma Vibes, Aloha Dubai and Sauce Diner, are all on-hand to satisfy all your cravings. It’s pet-friendly, but no alcohol will be served this year.
Winter Garden, Habtoor Palace, Al Habtoor City, Dubai open November 1 to December 31, daily from 4pm to midnight. @wintergardendubai
Winterfest at Dubai Media City
When: Sat November 19 to Sun December 18
As well as an epic World Cup fan zone, Dubai Media City Amphitheatre will welcome a first-of-its-kind Christmas market for the duration of the football tournament. This will kick off with a Christmas tree lighting experience on Thursday November 24 and be followed by four weeks of Christmassy experiences that include a festive market, Santa’s grotto and much more. Entry to Winterfest will be included with a fan zone ticket, which starts from just Dhs50 and is fully redeemable on food and drink.
Dubai Media City Amphitheatre, Al Sufouh 2, Dubai, Sat Nov 19 to Sun December 18, Dhs50 entry, mcgettigans.com/fanzone
Winter City at Expo City
When: Wed November 23 to Sun January 8 2023
From the end of November to January 2023 the Mobility District, Surreal water feature and Al Wasl Plaza at Expo City Dubai will transform into a magical winter wonderland, which will be lined with traditional, chalet-styled Christmas markets, pine trees, as well as fun fairground games and a letter-to-Santa station. It will all begin with a dazzling ceremony on Friday, December 9 – the official kick-off of the Winter City – where a spectacular 16-metre tree will be lit up. It will also feature the second edition of Expo 2020’s Mrs Claus Christmas show, which will take place from December 20 to 29.
Expo City, November 23 to January 8, expocity.com
Winter Wonderland at Reform Social & Grill
When: Mon December 11
Reform Social & Grill turns its lawns into a festive wonderland during the Christmas period, which will this year include a Christmas market on Monday December 11. The little ones can dive into a Christmas snowpark, complete with letterboxes to post their Christmas lists to the North Pole. There will be daily activities, gearing everyone up for the festive season, as well as ample opportunity to buy trinkets to fill your stockings with.
Reform Social & Grill, The Lakes, Dec 11, Tel: (0)4 454 3638, reformsocialgrill.ae
This is Christmas at Ski Dubai
When: Wed December 14 till Sat 24
In classic Dubai fashion, you are able to have a white Christmas in the middle of the desert thanks to Ski Dubai. Experience your own little winter wonderland at Ski Dubai from Wednesday December 14 till Saturday December 24, where families can visit Santa in his grotto from 12pm till 2.30pm, 3.30 till 6pm and from 7pm till 9pm. You will also be able to enjoy a free hot chocolate on the snowy slopes, and the snow cinema will also get a festive twist.
Ski Dubai, Emirates Mall, 12pm till 9pm, prices tbc, Tel: (0)6 005 9905, skidxb.com
Madinat Jumeirah Festive Market
When: TBC
Although we don’t yet have the dates, we do know the annual Madinat Jumeirah Festive Market returns this December. There’s an immersive market with shopping and entertainment including a live band playing seasonal tunes. Fuel up on traditional festive food, a North Pole train ride and snap up the chance to ride the Abra with Santa. This is one of the most loved Christmas markets in Dubai, make sure you stop by…
Madinat Jumeirah Festive Market, Madinat Jumeirah, Al Sufouh 1, Dec 16 to 30 Sun to Wed 3pm till late, Thur to Sat 12pm till late. jumeirah.com
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