AHHH! The festive season is finally here. It’s time to grab your loved ones and get ready to celebrate and what better way than with friends & family, twinkly lights, festive cheer and SANTA at a Winter Wonderland!

Enjoy a variety of Winter Wonderland Activities from a fab Winter Village to Santa’s Grotto and Competitions

Al Maryah Island is THE place to be this festive season. They’re bringing you 5 amazing events for you and your loved ones to enjoy!

 

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5. Discover the Winter Village with a schedule full of entertaining shows and activities

This village is packed with shows and activities, daily! They’re bringing you festive movies during the weekdays and live entertainment on the weekend. Additionally, they’ve got a Snow Park, Snow Globe, Snow Ice Rink, and so MUCH MORE!

Where: Al Maryah Island, South Plaza

When: 4pm to 10pm, December 9-25

4. Enjoy the snowy vibes of The Ripe Market with your friends and family

Shop ’til you drop and get into the winter spirit! The Ripe Festive Market has a  special festive winter theme and will run every day throughout the season. Moreover, the market includes live cooking stations, arts and crafts, and locally-made retail products. There are heaps of activities for the whole fam to enjoy!

Where: Al Maryah Island, South Plaza

When: 3pm to 10pm, December 9-25

 

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3. This Winter Wonderland is bringing you fab festive fun at Santa’s Grotto!

Grab your little ones and get ready to meet the man of the season, Santa Claus. He’s come down from the North Pole to meet all the boys and girls in Abu Dhabi at The Galleria!

Where: Level 3, Central Kitchens, The Galleria Al Maryah Island

When: 10am to 10pm, December 9 – 24

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2. Get involved with the “Letters to Santa” competition!

All you have to do is write your festive wish list to Santa and tell him why you have been good this year. This is your chance to have Santa gift you your presents at The Galleria!

Where: Level 3, Central Kitchens, The Galleria Al Maryah Island

When:

• Sun to Thurs: 10am to 10pm
• Fri and Sat: 10am to 12am
• December 9-24

They’ll announce winners every week and Santa will meet and gift those selected on 22 and 23 December.

Click here for more information and to download the digital Letter to Santa.

1. The mischievous Elf on the Shelf is back for you to find and win AED500 vouchers

The magical Elf on the Shelf is up to no good once again. However, those who find him hiding around The Galleria Mall and snap a shot with him on their socials have a chance to win AED500 vouchers to spend at the mall!

Comp Details:

• Follow the social media clues to see where the Elf might be

• Take a picture with him in The Galleria

• Tag @TheGalleriaUAE and use this hashtag #AtTheGalleria

10 winners will receive a AED 500 voucher to spend at the mall.

Where: Somewhere in The Galleria

When:

• Sun to Thurs: 10am to 10pm
• Fri and Sat: 10am to 12am
• December 9-24

 

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The Festive Deets For This Winter Wonderland:

This Winter Wonderland is about to be one for the books! Head over to Al Maryah Island and The Galleria with your friends and loved ones to enjoy all the festivities.

• Winter Village – Al Maryah Island
• The Ripe Market – Al Maryah island
• Santa’s Grotto – The Galleria
• Letters To Santa – The Galleria
• Elf of the Shelf – The Galleria

Dates: Dec 9-24