Ultimate Guide to Christmas Events and Activities in Dubai
Published 07 December 2022 at 17:45
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Christmas is almost here and, along with fantastic weather, Dubai enjoys a whole month of festive fun. If you are looking for holiday activities for children, here are some of the coolest events to attend with kids in Dubai this Christmas.
The Festive Market at Ripe Market
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Kickstart your festive season with a magical atmosphere of Christmas at Ripe Market! From December 3rd through January 1st, enjoy the wonderful days of the holiday season with shopping, food, and exciting activities at the Ripe Festive Market!
Enjoy the sight of thousands of twinkling lights and a towering Christmas tree, while relishing in the smell and tastes of delicious festive treats. With plenty of entertainment and attractions for the entire family, this is a holiday celebration you shouldn't miss.
At Festive Market, you can wow your little ones with multiple attractions and activities! Kids will be immersed in the magic of Christmas while creating their very own fresh unique wreath, decorating Christmas cookies, designing a bauble or making their own Christmas greeting card.
On top of that, kiddos will also get a chance to send a letter to Santa while he is away and even meet him close to Christmas!
Stay tuned and receive the latest updates on the Ripe Festive Market by following them on Instagram and Facebook.
Dates: Every Saturday (9am - 9pm) & Sunday (9am - 7pm), from 3rd December 2022 until 1st January 2023
Location: Ripe Market Academy Park, Umm Suqeim
Email: marketing@ripeevents.com
Barasti Christmas Day Brunch
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Fancy a Christmas brunch with chilled beach vibes? Make your way to Barasti Beach Club, Dubai’s favourite beach club, and treat yourself to Christmas Brunch on the 25th of December.
Barasti Christmas Brunch is offering an unparalleled Christmas dining experience! Keep hunger at bay and 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. Savour the breathtaking view of Dubai's towering skyscrapers and the Arabian Sea, as you indulge in mouthwatering desserts such as yule logs, Christmas brownies, Christmas puddings, mince pies and much more.
Barasti is just as welcoming to younger diners as they are to older ones. Christmas fun activities and games await little guests, along with the special buffet laid out for them with mini sausage rolls, French fries, pizza squares and more. With bouncy castles, Christmas arts and crafts, and face painting, youngsters are sure to have a splendid time.
Reserve your place now to enjoy great food in relaxed, spacious, stylish surroundings and bring some extra sparkle to your Christmas!
Date: Sunday, 25th December
Time: 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Location: Barasti Beach Bar, Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Waterpark
Price:
- per adult: 450 AED
- per kid 6 - 12 years old: 125 AED (6-11 years)
- per kid 5 years old and under: free
Reservations: +971 (0)4 318 1313
Elf The Musical
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Elf The Musical, a unique adaptation of the iconic Christmas movie, is preparing to take Dubai by storm this holiday season! Produced by the Oliver award-winner Paul Taylor-Mills and starring London's finest West End cast, Elf will be visiting the UAE for the first time, premiering exclusively at The Theatre at Mall of the Emirates.
Don’t miss the funny and touching tale of Buddy, a human who mistakenly crawled into Santa’s bag as a baby and ended up raised as an elf! Growing up as a misfit in the North Pole, Buddy heads to NYC to find his birth father, only to find so much more.
Location: The Theatre at Mall of the Emirates
Dates: December 17th - December 24th, 2022
Duration: 80 min
Age: all ages are welcome!
Price: starting from AED100
Contact details: info@artforall.ae / 050 880 5074
Diverse Musical Theatre Camp
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Founded in 2008, Diverse is proud to be the Middle East's top-performing arts school. Having won several awards for outstanding contributions and expertise in the art field, Diverse Performing Art School caters to children of all levels, from total beginners to experienced performers.
Does your child enjoy singing, dancing, or acting? Enrol your children in Diverse Musical Theatre Camp this winter break! Take advantage of the opportunity to keep your future superstars entertained and active with daily singing, dancing, and drama activities. Parents will also get the chance to enjoy a festive vibe on an online rocking presentation at the end of the camp!
Prices:
- 7-14 yo: 995 AED for non-Diverse students, 895 AED for Diverse Students
- 5-6 yo: 895 AED for non-Diverse students, 795 AED for Diverse Students
Contact details for BOOKING: 800- Diverse (04 3307338) / admin@diversechoreography.com
Dates: December 12th - December 16th, 2022
Age: 5 - 14 years old
Festive Bricktacular at Legoland Dubai Resort
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Experience unforgettable seasonal shows, holiday characters, special treats, LEGO activities, twinkling lights and more during the Holidays at the Festive Bricktacular event!
The ultimate LEGO Christmas adventure will engage you and your little ones in the festive spirit immensely! From personal meet and greets with LEGO Santa, Santa's Present Search, and cheerful dance party to Elf Hunt and the huge LEGO Gingerbread House decoration, there are so many magical activities to join in.
Dates: December 14th, 2022 - January 8th, 2023
Price: Free (when buying your day ticket to Legoland Dubai)
Age: all ages are welcome!
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Even if you are not attending any huge Christmas party or event this year, you and your family can dress up for a holiday celebration. Matching pyjamas are the ideal way to create family memories, capture adorable family photos and get all the family involved, regardless of their age. If you love being cute and comfy, check out the Tot n Tales Christmas pyjamas for adults and the youngest members in a wide range of sizes and colours.