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Get into the festive spirit in Dubai with some of the best Christmas tree-lighting ceremonies to watch this year
7 November 2024
| Last updated on 7 November 2024
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Let the holiday season's magic come to life...
Welcome the festive season with any of these dazzling Christmas tree lighting ceremonies in Dubai! We've been keeping an eye on the city for all the Christmas tree ceremony save-the-dates, so that we can bring you the latest light switch-on news across the emirate.
On top of basking in the warm glow of Christmas tree lights, many of these venues are levelling up their ceremony with a host of family-fun holiday activities, from live choirs and caroling, festive treats, Santa Claus visits, and more!
1. Marriott Hotel, Al Jaddaf - November 21
The countdown to Christmas 2024 in Dubai begins as Marriott Hotel, Al Jaddaf will unveil its magnificent Christmas tree in the hotel lobby on the 21st of November.
Revel in the festive atmosphere with other enchanting decorations, family-fun activities, hot chocolate, mulled wine, and live Christmas carols as the holiday season kicks off with a sparkle.
For reservations, contact +971 50 934 4357.
2. Crowne Plaza Dubai Marina Lobby - December 6
Kick off the holiday season in Dubai with Crowne Plaza Dubai Marina lobby's annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on the 6th of December at 6PM.
Gather with loved ones to enjoy an evening filled with twinkling lights, live festive carols, Christmas treats, and a special visit from Santa Claus with goodies for the little ones. Entry is free, making it a magical, welcoming event for all ages.
3. The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi - December 4
Get ready to embrace the enchantment of the holiday season at The Westin Mina Seyahi Beach Resort and Marina's spectacular Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, taking place at the Conservatory on the 4th of December from 5PM.
Guests can expect an evening of pure magic and wonder as the magnificent tree comes to all in all its dazzling splendour.
For reservations, contact 04 511 7373.
4. Dubai Creek Resort - December 6
Mark the start of the festive holiday season as Santa Claus and his reindeers will make a stop at Dubai Creek Resort Park Hyatt on the 6th of December at 6:30PM.
Guests can watch as the Christmas tree lights up the piazza, while singing along to traditional festive carols, enjoying roasted chestnuts, and other holiday goodies.
5. Queen Elizabeth 2 Hotel - December 6
Experience the wonder of the grand Festive Tree Lighting Ceremony aboard the iconic Queen Elizabeth 2, promising a spectacular start to the holiday season. Gather with loved ones around their glowing Christmas tree for a magical evening of live carols, festive cheer, and a special surprise for little ones by Santa Claus.
Taking place on the 6th of December from 4PM.
6. Taj, Jumeirah Lake Towers - December 6
Get into the holiday mood at Taj, Jumeirah Lake Towers (JLT). They'll be hosting a Tree Lighting Ceremony on the 6th of December at 6PM, featuring live caroling, mulled wine, Christmas cookies, and a special visit from Santa in their festive-decorated lobby.
7. Madam Tussauds - December 8
Madam Tussauds at Bluewaters Island Dubai is hosting a tree-lighting ceremony on the 8th of December from 6PM to 7PM. In addition to an illuminating festive evening, visitors at the famous celebrity lookalike wax museum can decorate a wax mould of your hand, sip on hot chocolate, and tour the museum’s wax figures decked out in festive gear!
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8. DoubleTree by Hilton - December 7
The 7th of December marks a special date on DoubleTree by Hilton's festive calendar, as the hotel will kick off the holiday season with their annual Christmas Tree Lighting and Carols event.
Starting from 6PM, guests can bask amongst the twinkling lights while letting melodious carols fill your heart with the spirit of the season.
9. Expo City Dubai - December 6
Jump into the holiday spirit with the return of Winter City at Expo City Dubai, from December 6 to December 31, 2024. The annual family-friendly winter wonderland will feature a Christmas tree lighting ceremony to add some festive sparkle to your month.
There will also be Christmas markets, children's activities, fairground games, pine trees, hot chocolate, mulled drinks, minced pies, and a station where kids can send their letters to Santa Claus!
10. Raffles the Palm - December 6
Enjoy the stunning sight of a majestically lit-up Christmas tree, tuck into festive food, and meet Santa Claus on the 6th of December at Raffles the Palm, Dubai, with views of Palm Jumeirah. The dazzling celebration will kickstart from 5:45PM until 8PM, and it is free to enter!
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