Parties under DH1,000
Fairmont Dubai
Cavalli Club: A hippie-themed night with DJ Victor Nebot from 7.30pm-3am. Dh850 for women, Dh950 for men. Phone 04-3329260 or 050-8566044
400 Club: Rap star Fat Joe wraps up 2009 from 10pm-3am. Dh950, couples only. Phone 04-3324900 or 050-9955400
Jumeirah Beach Hotel
360 Degrees: Trash Pussies (Peaches Geldof and Fifi Brown), from 8pm-3am. Dh895
Phone 04-3480000
Madinat Jumeirah
Madinat Rooftop: DJ Pierre Ravan plays his house sets from 10pm-3am. Dh750.
Souk Al Bahar
Karma Kafe: DJ Ralph K Reg plays from 8pm. Dh750 for a set three course menu and beverages. Phone 04-4230909.
Parties under DH500
Atlantis, the palm
Sanct uary: DJ Armand van Helden from 8pm-3am. Dh500 (if bought before December 31) and Dh700. Phone 04-426056.
Aviation club
Irish Village: DJ Marky Mark, from 8pm–3am. Dh300. Phone 04-2829333
Dubai Tennis St adium: Guest DJs RDB and Nyk, accompanied by DJ Cowboy, DJ Jeff and DJ Sukhi playing desi music from 10pm-3am. Dh185.
Dubai World Trade Centre
Shaikh Makt oum Hall: DJ Armin Van Buuren, and warm-up set by DJ Nelson. From 9pm, for Dh180, Dh250. Phone 050-1100678.
Zabeel hall: Pakistani pop-sensation Atif Aslam, Shaan and Vasundhara Das. From 9.30pm. Phone 050-2254010
Jumeirah Beach Hotel
The Apartment: DJ Sheshai plays R&B, hip-hop sounds from 9pm-4am. Dh750. Phone 04-3480000.
Le Meridien Dubai
Warehouse, Dubai: Indian DJs Abhijeet, Benson, Mehirr and Tushar scratch their desi tunes from 9pm. Dh700. Phone 04-2170000
Le Meridien Mina Seyahi
Barasti: An eclectic set by The Stompers and DJ Emanuelle, Martin Metcalfe, Charl Chaka, Jean Beasant and Richie Kidd from 8pm-3am. Dh150, including one food coupon. Phone 04-3181398 (ext 2398)
Wafi
Carter’s: The house band, Frankie and the Boys, will entertain with a Grease medley from 9pm-3am. Dh450. Phone 04-3244100
Free parties
Dubai Marine Beach Resort And Spa
Loca: With no cover charge and no DJ, the onus is on you to dial up the fun factor. From noon-2am. Phone 04-3461111.
Media one hotel
Mdek: DJ Stephane and Nick from 11pm-2am (table bookings are charged) Phone 04-4271000.
Royal Ascot
Waxy’s: Resident DJ Andi M will mix party tunes from 10am-3am. Phone 04 352 0900.
Shangri-La
Lobby: Soul singer Lisa Shaw will stir it up with her songs, including the singles Born to Fly and Let It Ride from 11pm till midnight. Phone 04-3438888.
Desert and fireworks
DESERT SAFARI
Bring in the new decade by camping in the desert. Al Awir Complex will pick you up from your residence and take you deep into the desert. Belly dancing, fireworks and music for Dh399. Phone 04-3572200
DRUMMING FEST
If you are looking for a quirky twist to your year-end celebrations, then drumming all night is a good option. Gulf Venture is organising a percussive all-nighter for Dh425 for adults and Dh185 for children above seven. Phone 04-4045880.
FIRE WORKS
Find a spot before midnight where you can see the iconic Burj Al Arab in all its glory, pull up a chair and enjoy the spectacular firework display.
Poolside party
Amsterdam’s DJs Martin Bundy and Ms Bunty hit the decks at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. Dinner will be served followed by a fireworks display at the plaza. Dh1,590, including overnight stay. Phone 02-6562000.
CONCERTS
Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi Rihanna promises the concert of a lifetime as she parties into 2010. Doors open at 8pm. Tickets cost between Dh395 and Dh1,695. Visit www.boxofficeme.com
La Rumba: Head to the after-party for regional and international DJs including DJ Green Lantern and DJ Andy for Dh295. Tickets are available from Virgin Megastore outlets, Emirates Palace and Marina Mall.
Country Club, Dubai
Watch Bollywood stars Govinda and Ameesha Patel in action as they dance to their hit tunes. Singer KK will also unleash his songs. From 7.30pm. Visit countryclubdubai.com
Restaurants (Dubai)
Address Downtown Burj Dubai
Fazaris: A festive spread for Dh600, inclusive of soft beverages, or Dh700, including selected beverages.
Hukama: An eight-course meal for Dh600, inclusive of soft beverages, or Dh700, ncluding selected beverages. Phone 04-4368888
Address Dubai Mall
Amatista: Dinner for Dh400, inclusive of selected beverages and canapés.
Cabana: Dinner for Dh500, inclusive of selected beverages. Phone 04-4388888
Address Dubai Marina
Mazina: Eclectic selection of festive Asian, Arabic and European cuisine for Dh1,200 per couple, inclusive of selected beverages. Phone 04-4367777.
Address Montgomerie Dubai
The Green: Black tie gala dinner for Dh890, inclusive of selected beverages. Phone 04-3905600.
Al Murooj Rotana Dubai
Pergolas: New York, New York — a magical journey that features a dinner buffet with live cooking stations, glitzy New York ambiance, international DJ and street performers. Dh525, including selected beverages.
Latino House: Welcome 2010 the Latino way! South-American delicacies with its four-course set menu and tango music. Dh495, including a welcome drink. Phone 04-3211111.
Bateaux Dubai
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with a luxury cruise aboard Bateaux Dubai and enjoy a six-course gourmet dinner from Executive Chef Tunji Oladipo for Dh995. Phone: 04-3994994
Burj Al Arab
Exclusive gala dinner party with selected complimentary beverages for Dh7,450 per person and Dh3,725 per child. Celebrations include live music and a fireworks display. Phone 04-3017600.
Coral Deira, Dubai
Al Nafoora Restaurant: A special lavish buffet dinner for Dh121. Phone 04-224 8587
Crowne Plaza
Al Dana: International and Oriental buffet, including seafood platter. Dh299, excluding beverages.
Al Fresco: Italian five-course set buffet. Dh299, excluding beverages.
Harvesters: BBQ buffet for Dh145, excluding beverages.
Sakura: Japanese Izakaya party for Dh299, excluding beverages. Western Steakhouse: Sixcourse buffet for Dh299, excluding beverages. Phone 800-CRO WNE (276963)
DI FC
ZUMA: Eat and drink all night from an extravagant food display for Dh1,628. Phone 04-4255660.
Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club
Aquarium: Buffet for Dh420 or Dh650 with regular beverages.
Legends: Meal for Dh490 or Dh690 with regular beverages.
The Boardwalk: Meal for Dh390 or Dh630 with regular beverages.
QD’s: From 8pm, QD’s will be fired up for a fantastic celebration. An international buffet will also be served. Dh490 including food and regular beverages. Phone 04-2956000
Dusit Thani Dubai
Pax: An eight-course Italian dinner for Dh320 and Dh160 per child.
The Californian: Sumptuous buffet for Dh280, inclusive of soft beverages, or Dh350 with selected beverages. Phone 04-3174515.
Fairmont Dubai
Spectrum on One: Enjoy an international buffet, featuring European classics, Asian delicacies and multi-tiered desserts for Dh695.
The Exchange Grill: Complete 2009 in style with a lavish four course menu, including a selection of beverages for Dh950. Phone 04-332 5555.
Grand Hyatt Dubai
ANDIAMO!: Round up the year with an incredible Italian buffet for Dh1,200. Phone: 04-3172222.
Habtoor Grand
Nozomi: Indulge in a wide selection of popular delicacies an exhaustive selection of sushi and sashimi while the resident DJ plays a blend of music to compliment the dishes. Dh725. Phone: 04-3995065.
Hilton Dubai Creek
Glasshouse: Gala Dinner for Dh695, with selected beverages. Phone 04-212755.
Hilton Dubai Jumeirah
Bice: New Year’s Day Celebratory Buffet for Dh1,200 per person. Phone 04-318 2520.
Jumeirah Bab Al Shams
Al Hadherah: An ethnic Arabic feast served in a traditional setting accompanied by an Arabic band, belly dancer, Nashaat ladies and Tanoura folkloric dancers complemented by an international band for Dh1,500 and Dh750 per child, with selected beverages. Phone 04-809 6194
Jumeirah Beach Hotel
A festive buffet featuring a selection of cuisine and live entertainment for Dh2,750 per person and Dh900 per child, with selected beverages. Phone 04-4068999.
Jumeirah Emirates Towers
Vu’s: Six-course gourmet menu for Dh1,100.
The Rib Room: Five course set menu for Dh750.
Al Nafoorah: Lebanese set buffet inclusive of selected beverages for Dh560. Phone 04-3198088
Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates
KGrill: Enjoy a seven-course gala dinner with live entertainment and magicians for Dh1,530 per couple and Dh760 per person, including soft drinks, or for Dh1,995 per couple and Dh995 per person, with selected beverages.
Aspen: Gala buffet with live entertainment from a pianist. Dh350, including soft drinks, or Dh495, including beverages. Phone 04-4095999.
Le Meridien Dubai
YALUMBA: A Vegas-themed evening with all the fun and excitement of that city for Dh999. Phone: 04-7022443
Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort and Spa
Prime Rib: Set menu dinner for Dh1,900, including a sparkling beverage. Phone: 04-316 5550
Media Rotana Dubai
Prego’s: Welcome 2010 in Italian style with a four-course course set menu, inclusive of selected beverages for Dh450. Phone: 04-435 0260.
Monarch Dubai
Oku: Indulge in Okku’s awardwinning signature dishes like wagyu beef foie gras, baked lobster, as well as unlimited beverages for Dh1,470 . Phone 04-5018777
Qamardeen Hotel
Esca: Kick off the evening with hors d’oeuvres on arrival before turning to the spread of festive favourites for Dh195, excluding beverages, or Dh345, with selected beverages. 04-428 5923
Renaissance Dubai Hotel
Spice Island: Gala dinner with live cooking stations — Dh499 for the original buffet or Dh599 for the premium experience.
Sails: Seafood buffet featuring a rich selection of seafood and exotic dishes. Dh499 for the grand experience and Dh599 for the premium experience. Phone 04-2625555.
Regent Palace Hotel
Rock Bottom café: Retro Party Night, with the chef’s special fourcourse dinner for Dh299. Phone 04-3963888.
Ramee Royal Hotel
It’s Mirchi: A lavish North West Frontier buffet dinner with live counters for Dh99 or Dh175 including selected beverages. Phone 04-3344088
Shangri-La, Dubai
Shang Palace: An eight-course set menu for Dh688, including unlimited beverages.
Hoi An: Enjoy a fabulous five-course set menu for Dh688, with unlimited beverages. Phone 04-405 2703
Towers Rotana Dubai
Teatro: An à la carte menu, accompanied by a complimentary beverage and festive favourites with the Symphony Band as well as a midnight balloon drop for Dh350.
Flavours On Two: Party all night, enjoying unlimited selected beverages for Dh380. Phone 04-3122202
Wafi City
Thai Chi: A buffet encompassing the tastes and flavours of Chinese and Thai cuisine for Dh450.
Asha’s: A culinary journey presenting Northern Indian-style dishes for Dh495, inclusive of two beverages.
Planet Hollywood: A High School Musical-inspired buffet. Dh245 per person and Dh95 per child. Phone 04-3244555.
ABU DHABI
Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi
Rodeo Grill: Enjoy the evening in a sophisticated and elegant setting with a five-course buffet for Dh390.
Trader Vic’s: Escape to the tropical islands! An exotic French Polynesian five-course buffet for Dh395.
Prego’s: Go Italiano with a fivecourse buffet for Dh330. Phone 02-6979011
Fairmont Bab Al Bahr
Marco Pierre White Steakhouse & Grill: Chef de Cuisine Trevor Macleod’s delectable six-course set menu for Dh888, excluding beverages, or Dh1,599 with selected beverages.
Frankie’s: Italian-themed fourcourse set menu for Dh444, excluding beverages, or Dh688 with selected beverages. Phone 02-6543238
Under Dh1,000
Where: Left Bank, Souq Qaryat Al Beri
Who is playing: DJ Ben Dela Pena makes his Abu Dhabi debut with house music. He will be joined by DJ Cliff Towley.
When: 9pm ownards
Cost: Dh450 (ladies) and Dh600 (men)
Contact: 050 701 4162 or 02 558 1680
Where: The Yacht Club, Intercontinental
Who is playing: DJ Ravin and DJ Rabih and cruise your way into 2010
When: 9pm onwards
Cost: Dh595 onwards
Contact: 02-6666888
FUJAIRAH
Rotana Resort & Spa — Al Aqah Beach: Indulge in a gala buffet dinner by the pool from Dh1,500 per couple. Kids buffet costs Dh125, including soft drinks. Phone 09 – 244 9800.
