Winter is the *it* season with festivities all around like Christmas, Thanksgiving, and the ~ultimate~ event of the year, New Year. Let’s get straight to the point, from concerts, food, and events, here is your list of the events you have to attend this December, so get your calendars out and start marking up the days:
Intellect Coffee
Christmas + Intellect Coffee = Perf Christmas. Try out their S’mores latte made out of cocoa beans infused with expresso and a combo of graham crackers, chocolate, and marshmallow, ahm yes, please! For more information, click here.
Christmas Activities at TODA
It’s the season of wonder at the Theatre of Digital Arts. Celebrate this Christmas with a fun-filled festivity like Dear Santa. For more information, click here.
LDC Kitchen + Coffee
Feel artsy? LDC Kitchen + Coffee offers free Gingerbread cookie decorating activities for adults and kids. For more information, click here.
A CAPPELLA
Ladies!! This one is for us. Head over to the front of The Palm Fountains, A Cappella with your gal pal for a casual, fun, and groovy time every Wednesday. For more information, click here.
Topgolf Dubai
Topgolf Dubai is welcoming one million guests to partake in the biggest giveaway yet. One lucky customer and their guest will get the trip of their life with a VIP experience at Topgolf Megacity and a stay at W Bangkok in Thailand. For more information, click here.
Barfly by Buddha-Bar at Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeriah
Ladies, head to Barfly by Buddha-Bar to experience the hottest night starting from December 15th happening every Thursday. For more information, click here.
Origami Sushi at Jumeirah, Dubai
Origami Sushi the famous Japanese Culinary restaurant in Jumeirah turns 8 this December. On this special day, Origami Sushi is launching a special collaboration with Shaima Al Qassab, a self-taught Emirati visual artist who is also a Chemical Engineer who founded Shaimas Arts in 2020. For more information, click here.
Bachir Ice Cream at Galleria Mall Al Barsha
Lebanese Bachir Ice Cream is officially set to open its store in Dubai on December 15th at Galleria Mall, Al Barsha. For more information, click here.
MOTN Festival at Abu Dhabi Corniche
With The Miami Band’s concert being sold out for December 9th, you know that this festival in the capital is about to be a *good* time. Music lovers head over to Abu Dhabi Corniche from December 9-18, 2022. Get your tickets over here. For more information, click here.
The Third Line at Alserkal Avenue, Dubai
Art lovers, this one is for us (!!) Sarah Awad’s first solo exhibition ‘Rainbow Clearance and Other Paintings’ explores space, colour, and the act of looking. Check her pieces out before December 16th. For more information, click here.
Via @thethirdlinedxb on Instagram
Saturday brunch at Lock, Stock & Barrel, Abu Dhabi
You read it right, LSB is bringing their popular Saturday Brunch to Abu Dhabi for 19 Saturdays until March 18th 2023 only. A multi-course menu with live music from none other than Rock Steady, UAE’s rock band. Make your reservations prior via [email protected]. For more information, click here.
World Cup final at The Stadium by The Irish Village
Watch the World Cup final at Stadium. The Irish Village is hosting a World Cup fan zone at Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium. 36-metre screen to watch the epic finale. And best part? There is no need for any reservations to be done. For more information, click here.
Santa’s Secret Island at Bluewaters Dubai
Festivities from the North pole straight(!!) From the ice rink, and festive workshops for kids, to a life-size snow globe. To get those IG boomerangs head over to Bluewaters Island before December 28th. For more information, click here.
The world’s first-ever meta verse nightclub at Vision H Hotel Dubai
The main aim of Vision’s first-ever meta verse nightclub is to transport one into a futuristic world, but with decor that is modern, laser beams, and LED lights. Go alone or with friends and groove to techno beats, or hip-hop fav’s, something for everyone. Don’t forget this masterpiece opens on December 9th. For more information, click here.
Pop South Asia at Sharjah
Sharjah Art Foundation is hosting Pop Art from South Asia featuring more than 100 artworks from artists from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and much more. From print, cinematic and digital media to crafts and folk culture while themes like politics, borders, and more and explored. This is there until December 11th only. For more information, click here.
Table Otto at Al Jimi Mall, Al Ain
Al Ain residents it’s time to ~enjoy~ the new flavours at Al Jimi Mall. Table Otto has been in UAE for over a year. Food lovers lego 🚗. For more information, click here.
Mushroom Season Degustation at Armani Hotel Dubai
Get the dining experience at Armani/Ristorante with a six-course experience happening every Thursday to Saturday. From appetiser to dessert, including a grilled pioppini tartlet with goat cheese and pear-ginger jam, handmade chestnut tagliatelle with porcini, intriguing chocolate and mushroom-infused crème brûlée to finish. In thursdays, they welcome our violinist, Fridays with a pianist, and Saturday evenings with live vocal talent. Hello?! A full schedule. For more information, contact +971 4 888 3666.
Santa Run at Dubai Festival City
Santa Run at DSF so you can feel less guilty about all the Christmas foods you’ll be consuming. 1km, 2.5km, and 5 km are the three distances with prizes for the best costume. So you better get to DIY’ing. For more information, click here.
Ludmilla at BudX Fifa Festival
Ludmilla the Brazilian singer to bring her music to the BudX FIFA Fan FestivalTM Dubai stage on December 5th. Known for her pop, funk carioca, and R&B, fans can expect an amazing performance. For more information, click here.
Dubai Shopping Festival
The ultimate shopping destination is back(!!). DSF is our dream come true to buy high-end fashion brands at a price that won’t break our bank. Discounts on merchandise, daily car raffles, and chances to win car and gold. DSF is happening from December 15th, 2022 to January 29th, 2023. Don’t forget to put on your comfortable shoes as there will be lots of walking running.
Via @celebratedubai on Instagram
Taste of Ireland at 4 locations
Irish Food Board Bord Bia, to launch the Taste of Ireland event in this region. Guests can indulge in sustainably produced Irish meat, dairy, seafood, and beverages, taking place from December 5th-11th at 4 locations: The Maine, REIF Kushiyaki, Dar Wasl Mall, The Meat Co., and McCafferty’s, Wafi City.
Racing at Meydan
Horse racing is back this December for just three days. December 1st,9th, and 23rd. Head over to Meydan and pick out from the different packages they offer. For more information, click here.
Via Dallas Reedy on Unsplash
Candlelight Concerts launches Vivaldi’s Four Seasons at Sheraton Mall of the Emirates
Candlelight Concerts has announced that Vivaldi’s Four Seasons to be performed at Sheraton Mall of the Emirates is happening this December. Illuminated by thousand candles, immerse yourself in the music performed by the string quartet. Mark your calendars for December 9-10th. For more information, click here.
Christmas at Ski Dubai
Experience the full Christmas feel in this desert. Visit Santa and his grotto, and enjoy free hot chocolate on the slopes from December 1st until the 25th. For more information, click here.
Cirque de Cuisine at Atlantis, The Palm
The mega brunch ‘Cirque de Cuisine’ is back on December 16th with their four-hour dine-around guests to enjoy some of Atlantis best-loved restaurants, like Nobu, Seafire Gordon Ramsay’s Bread Street Kitchen, and much much more. For more information, click here.
Winter Wonderland at 53 Restaurant & Lounge
When talking about celebrating with loved ones, 53 Restaurant & Lounge is your *it* place. You can look forward to an Asian-European menu, live performances by dancers, singers, DJs, and much more. Don’t forget December 31st is the day. For more information, click here.
Martin Garrix at Coca-Cola Arena
Martin Garrix is here to get you in the NYE spirits this December 30th. Known for his energetic shows, Martin has headlined in UAE several times. He is the man behind In the Name of Love, Scared To Be Lonely, There For You, and more. For more information, click here.
Via @cocacolaarena on Instagram
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