December to light up the festive season.
It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas but nothing signifies the start of the festive season in Abu Dhabi like Christmas Tree lightings.
The capital is full of establishments spreading festive cheer and Team Yalla has compiled the must-see Christmas Tree lightings in Abu Dhabi in 2021.
Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island Resort
A splendid evening is in store for those heading to this luxurious hotel on Saadiyat on 9 December. An apt name for a location to host a Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony, the Majlis lounge will see memorable festive moments created in chic surrounds of the lobby in this five-star establishment (timing to be decided).
For more information, call 02 811 4555
Rixos Premium Abu Dhabi
Gather friends and family at the Rixos Premium Abu Dhabi for the great festive switch on this 9 December. Taking place in the beautiful hotel lobby, you can enjoy Christmas caroling, classical music, a special visit with Santa Claus and traditional festive snacks including hot chocolate and eggnog from 7pm to 9.45pm.
For more information, visit 02 492 2222
Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi
One the capital’s largest indoor Christmas trees will be lit up on Wednesday 8 December. With festivities beginning at 6pm, marvel at the Dusit Thani’s 30-foot festive tree in the third largest atrium in the world while enjoying the melodies of the season. And we have heard on good authority that the big man in red will be there to hand out some goodies.
For more information, call 02 698 8137
Fairmont Bab Al Bahr
Revel in the holiday happiness on the lush Falcon Lawn where carol singers will set the mood by performing timeless Christmas classics and chefs will serve up delicious seasonal treats during this tree lighting ceremony in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday 8 December from 7pm to 9pm.
For more information, call 02 654 3322
Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island
Experience the festive feeling on your own secluded island with Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island. Tuck into seasonal canapes and sip on mulled grape or homemade eggnog while you watch the trees twinkle at Anantara Al Yamm Villa Resort (4.30pm to 5pm), Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara (5.30pm to 6pm) and Anantara Al Sahel Villa Resort (6.30pm to 7pm) on 17 December. And as you sing songs from Christmas past, Santa will drop into the Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara between 5pm to 6pm.
For more information, call 02 895 8700
Anantara Eastern Mangroves Abu Dhabi
The Pool Deck at the Anantara Eastern Mangroves Abu Dhabi is providing you with a stunning backdrop to experience a sparkling Christmas tree lighting ceremony on 12 December from 6pm to 8pm. And Santa will even drop by on a boat from the mangroves.
For more information, call 056 503 5121
Remal Hotel
Are looking for a festive experience outside of the capital? Remal Hotel will be making its Christmas tree sparkle on the 9 December and there will be a special visit from Santa Claus to hand out gifts to the kids.
For more information, call 02 8092222
Saadiyat Beach Golf Club
When you have finished round of 18, head indoors to the lobby of Saadiyat Beach Golf Club for the switching on of the Christmas Tree lights on 8 December from 7pm to 10pm.
For more information, call 056 660 8780
Yas Links Abu Dhabi
Swing by this gorgeous colonial style golf clubhouse on Yas Island for festive treats like spiced grape and Christmas cookies on 15 December from 6pm to 7pm.
For more information, call 02 404 3077
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