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Fabulously festive advent calendars you can shop in the UAE
It’s never too early to treat yourself The festive season may be all about giving, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t treat yourself, too. And what’s better than a gift that keeps on giving every day of the month? Here’s our pick of the best Advent calendars available in the UAE for Christmas 2026. Charlotte […]
Mariah Carey to perform in Abu Dhabi this December
The queen of festive shenanigans is returning to Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi this December If you think you got your Christmas plans nailed down, this announcement is going to change your plans: Mariah Carey is performing in Abu Dhabi this December. The Queen of Christmas will perform at the Etihad Arena on Saturday, December 12, […]
Dates announced for the magical Madinat Jumeirah Festive Market
The beloved Christmas market is back on December 5, and it’s one of Dubai’s best-loved winter experiences
A huge new winter festival is coming to Dubai this December
And this Dubai winter festival is bringing a little European Christmas market magic to the waterfront December might feel a while away, but our favourite time of year will be here before we know it. And Dubai has a new festive spot to look forward to. DXB Winter Festival is making its debut at Dubai […]
Sing along to Christmas carols in the desert in Dubai this December
Santa on a camel, mulled wine by the fire and a Christmas market in the dunes It might only be October but if you’re thinking about how to spend the festive season in Dubai this year then listen up, as a special Carols in the Desert event is taking place this December. Following a sold-out […]
Dear Santa: Tickets now on sale for Dubai’s magical festive grotto
Early bird tickets are now on sale, from Dhs 157 It may only just be September, but if you’re already thinking about ways to celebrate Christmas in Dubai, then listen up: one of the city’s most magical festive experiences has just dropped tickets. Dear Santa is a new festive experience coming to New Covent Garden […]