Sometimes celebrations just need a festive spirit and not money. Well, this phrase is certainly true for Christmas. Christmas is the festival of joy, and you can truly experience some magic without paying for it. How you ask? Well, by doing these things in Dubai for free. Dubai is known for everything fancy, but it’s also known for its exquisite Christmas celebrations. So here’s how you can enjoy the Christmasy vibe without spending a single Dirham.
1. Meet Santa and his elves at Souk Madinat Jumeriah
Souk Madinat Jumeriah is all set to make you Santa lovers happy from December 10 to 26. You will be able to visit Santa’s Grotto for free, which again will be guarded by Santa’s elves from 4 PM to 7 PM daily. Well, that’s not it, the Souk’s central area is transforming into Santa’s workshop, which means you will be able to enjoy varied daily activities like painting, DIYs and much more from noon to 10 PM daily.
2. Enjoy the stellar view of gingerbread Burj Khalifa
The H Hotel Dubai has managed to make the iconic Burj Khalifa using gingerbread. And it’s a sight you cannot miss out. It took culinary experts 250 hours to make this majestic piece. And you can witness the grandeur and click pictures with for free in the lobby of The H Hotel Dubai till December 31.
3. Attend a Christmas service with your friend
Christmas is around the corner, and you will find many services available in different churches in Dubai. So plan it with your friends and attend a service now. St. Mary’s in Oud Metha is one of the city’s largest, and that should be on your list.
4. Enjoy winter wonderland at Ski Dubai
It’s that time of the year when Ski Dubai is all set to let you experience white Christmas. So pull on your mittens and jackets, where your fancy hat and head straight to the Mall of Emirates. Enjoy the annual winter wonderland with twinkling lights and everything Christmasy around you, that too for free. However, if you have the dire need to meet Santa, then you surely have to pay for that.
5. Window shop and have fun with your gang at Christmas Markets
There is nothing like a Christmas market in Dubai. With twinkling lights and plethora of deals, Dubai has plenty of markets to offer this Christmas season. From the Ripe Market to Turkish Bazaar, you can check out the various markets in the city for free. Enjoy the spirit of Christmas since every market has something distinct to offer.
