Christmas is the season of Santas, fern trees, plum cakes and sugary treats! But, how do you make this festive season more special and a one to remember? Dubai is decked with a host of Festive Markets this season. These markets give us the perfect opportunity to get into the festive groove as well as prepare for the big festival with all the Christmas goodies. From outdoor markets to indoor ones in snow, here are top 5 markets you need to check out:
1. Madinat Jumeirah Festive Market
This festive Christmas market is sure to get you and your little ones excited. The extremely popular Fort Island Festive Market is back this year bringing in all the winter festivities fun and entertainment. From snow play area for kids to make a snowball and have fun to a huge Christmas lighting up the area with Burj Al Arab in the background. There is music and food too so you know what the hype is about.
Where: Fort Island, Madinat Jumeirah
When: starts at 3 PM from December 2019 onwards
2. Winter Wonderland At QE2
The iconic QE2 hotel is organizing 3-day winter festivities in the build-up to Christmas. Head to the arena on the 12th of December to prep up for your Christmas with a free to enter the market. Shop all the decoratives for your Christmas and practice your carols with the in house Santa. This one is the perfect festive market for your pre-Christmas shopping.
Where: QE2, Port Rashid, Dubai
When: December 12 to December 14
Contact: (04) 526 8888
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3. Christmas Market At Hilton Dubai Jumeirah
Now, this is a Christmas wonderland right here. With over 20 shops selling Christmas goodies, Dubai Jumeirah’ Hilton serves for the perfect early winter shopping. This is one of the first Festive markets of the season with it starting on Jan 6th. So if you are one of those who liked to begin the fun early, you are in the right place.
Where: Christmas Market, Garden Area, Hilton Dubai Jumeirah
When: December 6- 7, 10 am to 4 pm
Contact: (04) 318 2319
4. Dubai Opera Christmas Market
This is one of the longest Christmas markets spanning a complete 10 days. Organized at Dubai Opera, you can enjoy the delicious food, chocolates and all the arts and crafts you need for the big day. Moreover, there is a special surprise for the kids too. There is a candy-making station so you can shop at the piece while the kids enjoy a hands-on fun-filled experience.
Where: Dubai Opera Christmas Market, Dubai Opera
When: 4 Dec- 14 Dec
Cost: Free Entry
Contact: 04 440 8888
5. Kempinski Mall Of Emirates
Now here is a festive market that is replete with the snowy experience. Brunch at the hotel for Christmas and enjoy their winter guesthouses or just come in here to enjoy the festive market with the view of Ski Dubai in all its winter glory. There are trinkets, treats, and candies, so you can be sure to be traveled back to your childhood days with this one.
Where: Aspen Lounge, Mall of the Emirates
When: 3rd December- 8th January
Contact: 04 341 0000
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