The festive season is here and we’ve rounded up the best things to see and do for you and your family to enjoy!
Be sure to download the Yalla Festive Advent Calendar so you don’t miss any of the fun.
Below are just a few of the best events and activities so check out our Events Diary for a full listing of all of the top family events in the capital.
Yalla Festive Advent Calendar
Yalla has put together an extra special advent calendar to help you spend some quality time with your family over the festive season.
Discover a magical winter village, visit Santa, and even play in real snow…our advent calendar includes the best festive events taking place across Abu Dhabi throughout the month of December.
So what are you waiting for? Download your Yalla Festive calendar now. It’s great to keep it handy in your phone or post it on your fridge!
Winter Kids Camps
Whether you’re looking for art clubs, ice skating classes, or toddler playgroups, our holiday camp listing brings you the best kids camps in Abu Dhabi.
Choose the best winter camp for your child to keep them busy this school break!
Winter Village at Abu Dhabi Mall
Explore a magical winter village and enjoy a host of activities for the entire family including Meet and Greet with Santa and his Elves; festive workshops; marching nutcrackers, a winter market and much more… And that’s not all! Shop at Abu Dhabi Mall and get the chance to win big with 3 weekly CASH prizes worth 10,000 AED each and more than 800 instant vouchers up for grabs!
12 – 25 December
Festive Day Brunch
Enjoy a traditional Christmas Brunch at Saadiyat Beach Golf Club with live entertainment and a variety of children’s activities.
Plan your Festive Celebrations early and get rewarded with discounts and offers.
Festive Season at W Abu Dhabi
Kick off the festive season at the newly launched W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island with exquisite Christmas and New Year offers. Amplify your NYE experience with a room package inclusive of tickets to Bruno Mars concert and indulge in delectable offerings!
Your Festive Season by the shore...
Wake up to the gentle sound of waves on Christmas morning or feel a warm, gentle sea breeze sweep through your room on New Year’s day. Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island Resort offers a series of experiences that will make your festive celebrations different – from divine dishes served sea-side to blissful spa treatments, spend your festive season by the shore and celebrate the best way ever.
Festive Celebrations at the Heart of the Capital
Celebrate the festive season at the heart of the capital – where it all happens by the Corniche. With sumptuous Christmas brunches, unforgettable parties and a brilliant view of the fireworks, you can couple your stay at the iconic Jumeirah at Etihad Towers with celebratory experiences that you’ll cherish forever.
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Explore an Oasis of Fun
Looking for more fun things to do outside the city this festive season? Al Ain should be at the top of your list with UNESCO Heritage sites, Al Ain zoo, Wadi Adventure, Cultural events and more.
We recommend visiting Al Ain Oasis on weekends to enjoy a hub of interactive activities and popular attractions. ‘Weekends at the Oasis’ treats visitors to a market showcasing locally grown farm products, traditional oasis-inspired handicrafts, Emirati cooking demonstrations, fun games, horse riding and bicycle tours, an educational workshop on Falaj, and arts & crafts workshops for all ages!
There is much to see and do in Al Ain and Yalla lists everything you need to know.
