3 Fabulous Downtown Venues To Celebrate The Festive Season

ByCasey Fitzgerald

The Ritz-Carlton, DIFC needs no introduction.

The hotel is synonymous with luxury and class and this year its festive offerings are like NO OTHER! And from the moment you step foot inside the thoroughly Christmassy lobby you’ll know you’re in for a special experience.

For Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and NYE parties, you’re only challenge is choosing which fab bash you’d like to attend.

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Café Belge is going big with festive celebrations happening in all month long

Looking for a sophisticated Christmas celebration? Then book yourself into Café Belge, where, throughout the month of December, you’ll find festive-themed brunches using the best ingredients of the season.

However, this is just the build-up for the main event. The Grand Christmas Brunch itself is set to be a spectacular affair, with live food stations, festive drinks and live entertainment.

When? December 25 from 12pm – 4pm.

How much? AED395, (soft drinks) AED495, (house drinks) AED595, (house drinks and prosecco) AED695, (house drinks and champagne) AED195 (kids, 6 – 12 years)

New Year’s Eve Brunch at Café Belge will be a thoroughly classy affair, the brunch includes seafood, BBQ, an impressive array of mains, and top live entertainment. Dress up and prepare to ring in the New Year at this glam bash.

When? December 31 from 7.30pm – 11.30pm

How much? AED395, (soft drinks) AED495, (house drinks) AED595, (house drinks and prosecco) AED695, (house drinks and champagne) AED195 (kids, 6 – 12 years)

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The iconic Le Cirque invites you to a memorable Christmas Eve and NYE bash

The internationally recognised restaurant brand is putting on not one, but two festive parties! For Christmas Eve, the restaurant has created a 4-course festive set menu complete with live entertainment and lots and lots of festive tunes… FUN!

When? December 24, 6.30pm till 11.30pm

How much? AED295 per person (soft drinks)

New Year’s Eve calls for a degustation dinner at Le Cirque.

What a way to end the year! This New Year’s Eve you’re invited for a decadent Degustation Dinner. Coupled with live entertainment, this is an absolute MUST for foodies looking for a memorable night out.

When? December 31, 8pm until midnight

How much? AED495, (soft drinks) AED695, (house drinks and prosecco) AED895, (house drinks and champagne) AED195 (kids, 6 – 12 years)

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Ring in the New Year in an Urban Jungle

FLAIR NO. 5 is hosting a new year’s eve bash and it sounds like the ultimate party! Kicking off at 9pm, enter the lush venue and you’ll be treated to botanical bevvies, Peruvian and Japanese inspired food and live DJ performances. Already famous for hosting some whopper parties, expect to be dancing on your feet ALL. NIGHT. LONG!

How much? Packages from AED300

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