Christmas markets in Dubai that work for every budget
Get your ugly Christmas sweaters out of your closet and get in the festive spirit!
Get your ugly Christmas sweaters out of your closet and get in the festive spirit!


A December to Remember at Wafi Mall, from December 3-24th at 8:30am-9:30pm, and you can take our word for it, it will be grander than ever! Wafi Mall will transform into an authentic European town with holiday sights and sounds featuring thousands of twinkling lights, festive Christmas decorations, live music and a

JLT Park is back with their annual festive market everything 4pm-9pm Dec 18-Dec 24! Get your wallets out and head to the stalls to grab yourself some festive food and kiosks selling presents if you need to tick a couple last-minute things off your list.
For more information, visit https://www.dmcc.ae/events/jlt-festive-walk

Bluewaters is bringing back Santa’s Island! They are bringing in the festive season from the 10th to 26th of December with a variety of festive pop-up stores and kiosks to choose from, activities to keep the kids busy, live performances and so much more.
For more information, visit https://www.bluewatersdubai.ae

Souk Medinat is decking its halls this festive season to create a winter wonderland where visitors can enjoy a central Festive Garden with live entertainment, outdoor movie nights with holiday favourites, kids crafting workshops and a Santa’s Grotto, as well as its usual quality dining, cultural and shopping options. Starting from Thursday, December 10 to December 26.
For more infromation, visit https://www.jumeirah.com/en/offers/global-offers/festive-market

Habtoor Palace is creating a Winter Wonderland experience in their Versailles Garden from December 5-24, with carolling and festive decorations and free entry. Activties including rides for kids, delights and fun for all.
For more information, visit https://www.alhabtoorcity.com/hotels/en-us/collection/festive

Ski Dubai is transforming into Winter Wonderland from 1-25 December, giving guests the opportunity to experience a snow-filled holiday season complete with a spectacular 40ft Christmas tree, carollers, storytelling, and more. Ticket prices start from 125Dhs and a regular Ski Dubai ticket can be upgraded for 75Dhs. Each ticket includes a meet and greet with Santa, a printed photo to capture the special moment, a gift bag from Santa as well as a signature hot chocolate.
For more information, visit https://www.skidxb.com/christmas

SEVA, for ethically sourced gifts head to Jumeirah Centre, December 4-5 from 9 am-7pm. Soak up the festivities with exclusive vendors, gifts, refreshments, live perfromances and so much more!
For more information, visit www.sevaexperience.com

Bab Al Shams Desert Resort is being transformed into a desert-themed Christmas Wonderland from December 12-20, children 50dhs (redeemable), adults free. The festivities include a 40-foot Christmas tree beautifully decorated, Christmas stalls, Santa meet and greet, and much more.
For more information, visit https://babalshams.com/festive

Nakheel Mall’s rooftop is turning into a festive extravaganza from December 10th to January 2nd! Including everything from entertainment and live music, a market filled with gifts and goodies by Ripe Market, play area for the children, ice rink, 13-meter Christmas tree and so much more.
For more information, visit https://www.nakheelmall.ae
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