Most people want to be in Downtown Dubai for New Year’s Eve. We don’t need to explain why. But honestly, the next best thing is Business Bay.

Not too far from Burj Khalifa, most places in this area offer the same view minus the crowds. And for the places which don’t give you a show of the fireworks, there’s plenty other stuff going on.

Here are 6 reasons why celebrating in Business Bay is a good idea this year:

1. GQ Bar

These guys are bringing in the new year with a party called ’50 shades of gold’. Expect it to be a glittering night with an open premium bar and unlimited canapés, along with views of Dubai Canal and the fireworks. There’s shisha for those who want to sit back and puff away their worries.

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9pm onwards; priced at AED 700 per person; early bird tickets available for limited time only; for more information call 055 107 6367 / 055 898 7809.

2. Iris

On the night of December thirty-first, glitter is ready to burst. It’s not us, these guys are saying so! Expect tunes from the ’80s, ’90s and 2000s. There’s a funk show as well.

6pm onwards; for more information call 056 951 1442.

3. Vault

Before the beverages get you feeling on top of the world, the venue will. Perched on the 71st floor of the posh JW Marriott Marquis, you’ll get canapés, beverages and panoramic views of the city. 

8.30pm onwards; priced at AED 500 per person; for more information call 04 414 3000.

4. Treehouse

This Downtown hotspot promises incredible views (FYI, it’s overlooking Burj Khalifa) and free-flowing verve, bubbly and hops. Leave the DJ to manage the playlist, you just focus on having a good time.

8pm onwards; for more information call 050 648 3083.

5. Garden

Start your evening with a set menu of Peruvian favourites along with lots of beverages before moving to Sqaure nightclub where the party continues from 11pm to 3am.

8pm onwards; priced at AED 450 per person; for more information call 056 224 0956.

6. Izakaya

Fancy bringing in the new year the Japanese way? Head to Izakaya. You won’t be treated to a wild party, but it will be an upbeat night with a seven-course set menu. With that much food, it can’t be bad. Can it?

7pm onwards; priced at AED 600 per person; for more information call 04 414 3000.

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