New Year’s Eve in Dubai

From glittering galas to multi-course menus that will count you down to midnight, explore our curated guide to New Year’s in Dubai.

Sensational Celebrations To Ring In 2026

See out 2025 in style with gourmet dining, show-stopping fireworks and inimitable celebrations on New Year’s Eve.

An Iconic Celebration at Atlantis, The Palm

Renowned for their high-energy shows and catchy sing-along hits, pop legends Maroon 5 headline Atlantis, The Palm’s iconic gala dinner. Under a snow-capped winter wonderland theme, the resort promises a remarkable end-of-year celebration, complete with roaming entertainment, a 30-piece live band, free-flowing Champagne and a sensational gourmet buffet. Tickets start from AED 6,500.

From gourmet gala to family-friendly festivities

New Year’s Eve at One&Only Royal Mirage

Garden Gala Dinner

A glamourous ambience, lavish buffet, and sensational entertainment set the tone for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve in the resort garden of One&Only Royal Mirage. A four-course menu, 11-piece live band and fireworks at midnight see out 2025 with befitting decadence. AED 4,000 per person.

Jetty Lounge

Riviera-inspired reverie is the theme for Jetty Lounge’s chic New Year’s Eve Party. Sip free-flowing bubbles, graze on gourmet canapes, and dance to beats spun by a live DJ, backdropped by the shimmering Arabian Sea. AED 1,750 per person.

Kids NYE Dinner at Celebrities

An invitation for little ones to stay up late, games, treats and a magical countdown transform Celebrities into a New Year’s Eve children will treasure forever. AED 2,000 per child.

Ring in 2026 in the Gold Desert

In the theatrical, open-air surroundings of Al Hadheerah, Bab Al Shams ushers in the new year with a lavish spread of global cuisines, live entertainment and a spectacular fireworks display illuminating the night sky at midnight. From AED 1,700 per adult and AED 800 per child.

Dine around the world

New Year’s Eve at Atlantis

Studio Frantzén

Björn Frantzén’s sleek European bistro presents a New Year’s Eve party with a rock ‘n’ roll edge. All ages are welcome to enjoy an inventive set menu of signature dishes, concluding with a trip to the restaurant’s famed candy room. AED 1,650 per adult, AED 625 per child.

Dinner by Heston

At this one Michelin Star restaurant at Atlantis The Royal, the New Year’s Eve menu promises to be a theatrical dining experience that revisits historic British gastronomy, reinvented with modern techniques. After dinner, the party continues at Ling Ling, with exclusive after-party access included. From AED 2,450 per person.

Casablanca Beach Club

An adults-only soirée on the sand marks Casablanca Beach Club’s first New Year’s Eve celebration. On the shorefront of Atlantis, The Palm, dance on the beach, raise a glass to the year ahead, and admire the front-row views of Atlantis’s show-stopping fireworks. AED 2,950 per person.

En Fuego

A vibrant Mexican fiesta rounds out the year in suitably high-octane fashion at En Fuego. In a kaleidoscopically-hued setting, guests dine on a menu that celebrates the soul of Mexico, paired with enigmatic live entertainment. AED 1,650 per adult, AED 625 per child.

Ariana’s Persian Kitchen

Pretty Persian restaurant Ariana’s invites guests to discover acclaimed chef Ariana Bundy’s interpretation of her hearty, home-cooked cuisine in a refined setting. Dine inside or on the resort-facing terrace. AED 1,650 per adult, AED 625 per child.

Gordon Ramsay’s Bread Street Kitchen & Bar

It’s a family affair at celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay’s modern British brasserie, where New Year’s Eve promises a menu of comforting classics in a welcoming setting. AED 1,650 per adult, AED 625 per child.

A Shoreside Soirée at 101

Welcome 2026 with a fabulous feast from land and sea at One&Only The Palm. Indulge in a five-course menu complete with live entertainment and fireworks over the water as the clock strikes twelve.

A celebration for every occasion

New Year’s Eve at One&Only One Za’abeel

StreetXO

STREETXOLAND dials up the ante for a high-energy New Year’s Eve addition of its vibrant brunch. Dine on an inventive set menu of bold StreetXO dishes and sip free-flowing drinks in a festive setting. AED 1,111 per person.

Culinara

Gather with friends and family for a fun-filled, laidback evening of street food flavours at Culinara. Wander between a dozen dining destinations and enjoy seasonal menus and festive drinks. From AED 1,000 per adult, AED 400 per child.

La Dame de Pic

Fine French gastronomy takes centre stage at La Dame de Pic, with a bespoke tasting menu inviting guests to embark on one final culinary voyage to bid farewell to 2025. Elegant live entertainment and sensational city views elevate the experience. AED 2,650 per person.

Aelia

An indulgent buffet pairs with crafted cocktails and a pulsing live DJ set at Aelia to usher in the New Year. Welcome 2026 with a midnight toast while watching fireworks illuminate the Downtown skyline. AED 1,190 per adult, AED 500 per child.

New Year’s Day Brunches

Start 2026 in style

Andaliman

A Balinese-inspired brunch invites guests to refresh and unwind in the verdant, sun-soaked poolside setting of Andaliman. Savour fragrant seasonal dishes designed to be shared with friends and family, and toast to the start of 2026. AED 449 per adult, AED 120 per child.

Zala

A vibrant desert setting is the backdrop for a Mediterranean feast on January 1 at Zala. Enjoy the inviting surroundings of the restaurant or bask in the sunshine on the scenic lawns and indulge in a menu designed to transport you to Europe’s alluring coastline. From AED 395 per person.