Dazzling fireworks and exquisite dining: Dubai's ultimate New Year’s Eve guide

As 2025 approaches, Dubai transforms into a dazzling celebration hub, offering a plethora of extravagant New Year’s Eve events that cater to every taste and budget. From lavish gala dinners featuring gourmet buffet selections to vibrant rooftop parties with stunning views of spectacular fireworks, the city promises unforgettable experiences to welcome the new year. Delight in live entertainment, themed festivities, and exquisite culinary offerings that reflect the cultural diversity of this vibrant metropolis. Whether you're seeking a family-friendly celebration or a glamorous night out, explore the best ways to ring in New Year’s Eve in Dubai.

DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai – Jumeirah Beach offers you the Elves’ Nautical Elegance New Year’s Gala on December 31, starting at 6.30 pm in the Gastro Kitchen Garden. Indulge in a lavish buffet, enjoy live entertainment, and witness fireworks at midnight to welcome 2025. Prices include Dh1350 for soft beverages, Dh1750 for alcoholic beverages, and Dh650 for kids under 12. The festivities continue with the Elves Enchanted After Party at Gastro Kitchen & Areia Pool & Beach Club from 12 to 2am on January 1, featuring unlimited house drinks for Dh199, live DJ music, and a vibrant atmosphere as the Ain Dubai lights up the night sky.

Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Crowne Plaza Dubai Marina with an exciting Gala Dinner at Lo+Cale. Enjoy a gourmet international buffet, live entertainment, and festive décor with stunning views of the Marina on December 31 from 8pm. Prices include Dh499 for soft beverages, Dh599 for house grapes, Dh799 for sparkling beverages, and Dh199 for children aged 6-12, with kids below 6 years old dining complimentary.

Experience a festive Italian celebration this New Year's Eve at Cucina, Palm Jumeirah, featuring an exquisite four-course set menu with live and interactive cooking stations, including oyster shucking, the famous pork room, beef Wellington carvery, and more, all offering fresh, delicious, and authentically Italian flavours. Indulge in sweet treats while enjoying a spectacular fireworks display and the captivating melodies of a jazz trio and vinyl DJ, ensuring a night of dancing and joy. Guests are invited for drinks and dancing on the gala dance floor from 11 pm. The event takes place on Tuesday, 31st December 2024, from 8 pm to 12:30 am, with prices set at Dh1,250 per person for dinner plus soft and house beverages, Dh1,500 per person for dinner plus house beverages and champagne, and special rates for teenagers aged 12-20 years and kids 11 years and below.

Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Muchachas Mexican Cantina in Holiday Inn Express Dubai, Safa Park, with a spectacular Countdown Party on December 31 from 7pm until midnight. Enjoy a lavish buffet featuring traditional Mexican flavours and festive favourites while gathering on the hotel rooftop for a prime view of the nearby fireworks lighting up the night sky. Prices include Dh299 for soft beverages, Dh399 for house beverages, and Dh499 for premium beverages and cocktails.

Ring in the New Year with a captivating ‘Travel in Italy’ theme at Fi'lia, SLS Hotel, on Tuesday, December 31, from 7pm. This 5-hour celebration features a luxurious 7-course set menu, with each dish representing a different region of Italy, such as delicate Gnudi dumplings with roasted blue lobster and indulgent Faraona guinea fowl paired with wild mushrooms and brioche Albufera sauce. Enjoy front-row views of the city's dazzling New Year's Eve fireworks from the window seating, perfectly complementing this gourmet journey. Pricing details include indoor seating for adults at Dh 850, for children at Dh450, and for window seating at Dh990, with outdoor terrace seating priced at Dh2,950 and outdoor window seating at Dh3,250, while outdoor seating for children is priced at Dh850. A minimum spend is required on the terrace for food only from the à la carte menu.

Smoki Moto is gearing up for a New Year’s Eve celebration with an exclusive selection of packages. Guests can choose from a steakhouse grilling experience, a Korean set menu with free-flowing drinks, or terrace dining with front-row views of the stunning Palm West Beach fireworks. The festivities will take place from 8pm until 2am, featuring crafted cocktails, live DJ performances, beverages, and premium Wagyu cuts. On December 31, pricing options include Dh1,350 per person for a sharing menu with live grilling and house beverages; Dh1,650 per person for the same menu with the addition of beverages; and Dh1,950 per person for premium seating that includes the sharing menu, house beverages, and more. For those aged 12 to 20, there's a special price for a sharing menu with soft beverages. Lounge packages start with Dh 950 for a sharing menu with house beverages and Dh 1,250 for the menu that includes champagne, while Dh 850 is the rate for teenagers. Additionally, the terrace has a first-row table minimum spend per person of Dh 1000 on A La Carte menus and a second-row minimum spend of Dh750.

Bid adieu to 2024 with a grand New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner at Conrad Dubai, themed around a magical enchanted forest in the stunning Bliss 6 setting under the city’s skyline. Guests are invited to enjoy a fusion of global flavours while enjoying the musical journey led by a live band and DJ, running from 7pm until midnight on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, with pricing at Dh699 for soft beverages and Dh799 for house beverages. Alternatively, celebrate at Kimpo, where winter magic meets vibrant neon energy in a festive wonderland filled with snowy décor. Guests can enjoy special NYE offerings, including beverages and delicious bites, all while dancing to the resident DJ's hits from 5pm to 2am on the same night, with prices at Dh299 for two hours of canapés and house beverages and Dh399 for two hours of canapés and bubbly.

Experience a spectacular New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner at The Oberoi Beach Resort, Al Zorah, on Tuesday, December 31, starting at 8pm. Enjoy live entertainment for just Dh1,700 per person, which includes food and selected beverages. Welcome the New Year with the Rise and Savour New Year’s Day breakfast on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, from 7am to 12pm at Vinesse, featuring complimentary breakfast-inclusive packages.

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