SignetRing has compiled and sealed a definitive guide to New Years Eve events in Dubai. Whether you like it budget or extravagant, quite or bustling with energy, we have a comprehensive list to pick from, that would match your style.
NYE ON A BUDGET
Where : Pack a Picnic on the Beach (JBR Beach or the Jumeirah Beach)
What’s special: It’s the most budget friendly option. Ring in the NY with Family and Friends, with a stunning display of fireworks as a backdrop. PS: Get there way in advance to snag the perfect spot
Price: Free
Dress Code : Beach friendly
Where: NY AT GLOBAL VILLAGE
What’s On : The outdoor festival park sounds promising with it’s line up of events scheduled to usher in the New Year. Circus performance, Live shows, parades, kids shows, a dazzling firework display and DJ Nawaf to perform.
What’s special: Great value for money and an array of entertainment options to bid adieu to the past year and welcome the new.
Price/ timings: AED 15 entry fee. Open till 2 am in the morning
Dress code: Casual with a sweater
NYE DINNER WITH THE FAMILY
Where : Fountain restaurant, Movenpick, Oud Meta
What’s On : Gala Dinner buffet with live cooking stations, live DJ, dance retro and latest all-time hits by the IPOP band from UK.
What’s special: Absolute value for money, especially for families with kids.
Price: Children below 6 dine complimentary, children 6-12 with 50% discount.
AED550 including unlimited soft drinks and house beverages.
8pm - 3am.
Dress code: Dress to impress
NYE DINNER WITH A VIEW
Where : WesLodge Saloon, JW Marriott Marquis.
What’s On : ‘All the way up party’ on the 68th floor of the Worlds tallest hotel. One night only tasting menu with DJ Keza dropping the beats at this highly anticipated party.
What’s special: Panoramic views of Down Town Dubai looking out to the Burj Khalifa, Arabian Gulf and the World. We can’t think of a better space to dine with a panoramic view of the fireworks
Price: 6pm-late.
Standing ticket, with welcome glass of bubbly and bubbly for midnight toast and house beverages after 10.30pm - AED 750
Table reservation with tasting menu, house beverages, a welcome glass of bubbly and bubbly for midnight toast - AED 2,000
Dress code: Dress to impress
Where : NYE at Treehouse, Taj Dubai
What’s On : DJ Tayllor to bring down the house while you sip on free flowing bubbly and drinks
What’s special: Prime location featuring the best view of the iconic Burj Khalifa, arguably the greatest vantage point in the dazzling city.
Price: AED1,500
AED20,000 (VVIP tables for 12 people)
Dress code: Dress to impress
NYE AT A BEACH
Where : Nikki Beach Dubai, Pearl Jumeirah.
What’s On : The beach club to transform into an enchanted Garden with food, poolside fun and live entertainment.
What’s special: Soak in some great outdoor weather and some beach vibes
Price: Dinner packages start from AED1,250 per adult.
AED550 (unlimited drinks for ladies, 8pm-12am)
AED750 (unlimited drinks for gents, 8pm-12am).
Dress code: Dress to impress be prepared with something warm for the outdoors
NYE IN THE DESERT
Where : Bab Al Shams Al Hadheerah restaurant
What’s On : Experince Luxury in a desert resort with a difference
What’s special: Surround yourself with the Arabian desert sky, traditional music, authentic Arabian flavors, horse riding and camel shows.
Price: Starts from AED 1,100
Dress code: Dress to impress andbe prepared with something warm for the outdoors
NYE FOR THE PARTY ANIMALS
Where : Meydan party with DJ duo Axwell Λ Ingrosso (of Swedish House Mafia fame)
What’s On : Live entertainment, dance and an electrifying atmosphere.
What’s special: EDM beats fans and folks who enjoy high energy parties, this is the most promising space in the city for NYE.
Price: Tickets start at AED299, packages from AED999
Dress code: don on your best party outfits.