Top 10 things to do in Dubai on New Year’s Eve

As the clock nears midnight, Dubai begins to transform into a paradise of mesmerizing celebrations, shimmering lights, and jaw-dropping spectacle, delivering a New Year Experience like no other!

Are you planning to celebrate New Year in Dubai? A perfect choice we say! Because Dubai changes into a glittering playground of lights, luxury, and life-changing adventures as the clock approaches the countdown. Especially on New Year, the city offers various celebrations to suit every taste, from the renowned Burj Khalifa's fireworks display to lavish rooftop parties overlooking the dazzling skyline. Dubai on New Year's Eve is a feast for the senses, whether you're looking for the exhilaration of live music, the sophistication of fine cuisine, or the magic of desert excursions. Come along as we reveal the top ten New Year celebrations in Dubai you can enjoy for a perfect end to your year.

Burj Khalifa is always an honorary feather in the cap of Dubai, as it never steps down from delivering a breathtaking experience to Dubai travelers. On New Year's Eve, get to this best Dubai New Year firework 2024 place you’ve ever seen and enjoy a countdown done by thousands of people together. Enjoy laser lights, drone shows, fireworks, and LED Panels that lit up the entire Burj Khalifa.

Every bite is luxury when you are munching on your favorite steak overlooking Dubai Skyline covered with fireworks and lights, isn’t it purely majestic? Book a dinner reservation at the dinner cruise at Dubai Water Canal or go to Dubai Marina to have a dinner overlooking the Dubai Old Town. Whatever you choose, just make sure to book in advance to enjoy your night without any hassle.

City life is not the only way to enjoy it, planning a peaceful party outside in nature is always a better option. Adventurers will find much to do in Hatta, an enclave among the gorgeous Hajar Mountains near Dubai. For mountain biking, kayaking, hiking, and other outdoor sports, visit the Hatta Wadi Hub Adventure Center. Alternatively, take a slower approach and visit some of the most popular cultural sites in the area, like Hatta Fort and Heritage Village. After that, spend the night camping beneath the sky, gazing at the stars, and wake up to a fresh new year in Dubai.

This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience with the weather being at its best in December and January. Celebrate New Year's Night at Desert, by taking an overnight safari to explore the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. Select the package that includes a stay in a local Arabic home, a traditional meal, and New Year's Eve celebrations outside in a vintage Land Rover. Alternatively, you can stay in a Traditional Bedouin Tent, which is less expensive and comes with a full dinner and round-trip transportation.

How about dining at Atlantis Dubai? Located on the famous Palm Jumeirah, Palm Atlantis gives a posh New Year's Eve experience as it is well-known for its magnificent water park and exquisite dining options. Reservations are necessary in advance. Guests can enjoy a gourmet dinner prepared by renowned chefs and opulent Gala Dinner offers a spectacular buffet, champagne, and live entertainment. It's one of the best New Year's Eve festivities in Dubai, with live bands, an amazing fireworks display, and a special performance by Sting.

With the reputation of hosting the best live shows, La Perle by Dragon is too good to be missed on New Year's Eve. The show is a thrilling blend of dance, music, amazing acrobatics, lights, and special effects, and it is held every evening from Tuesday through Saturday in the magnificent Al Habtoor City Theater, which is situated close to the Burj Khalifa. Every night, there are often two performances: one from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. and another from 9:00 to 10:30 p.m., so make sure to join the musical heaven.

Hands in the year with the buzz of music as you move across Dubai's moonlit waves on a breathtaking New Year's Eve! Yes, that's how a yacht party feels like. Get your friends together and rent a yacht from Xclusive Yachts to organize a private New Year celebration in Dubai with fireworks and custom meals, or board one of Amwaj Al Bahar's opulent ships and delegate management and knowledgeable staff. Just remember to give them a call ahead of time if you're organizing a custom experience.

In a setting steeped in rich British tradition, the magnificent Queen Elizabeth 2, which is currently a floating hotel at Port Rashid, hosts an exquisite New Year's Eve Gala Dinner with live music and DJ performances. Guests can enjoy affordable rates for spacious, cozy cottages, perfect for an overnight stay. Please note that early bookings are required to take advantage of this special offer.

If you want to celebrate New Year's Eve with family then the Global Village Dubai serves all ages with more than 19 restaurants with a variety of cuisines, playgrounds, and entertainment opportunities including a fun Global Village Carnaval. The highlight features include seven breathtaking fireworks exhibitions timed at different time zones, culminating in a grand finale at midnight, providing a joyous atmosphere that lasts the whole night.

Celebrations in Ski Park?? Well, it is Dubai, where the impossible is not an option. Enjoy a skiing-only indoor theme park with lots of snow and a hypnotic winter atmosphere. This is a must-do activity for winter lovers and especially for families! Situated within the Mall of Emirates, it offers 5 ski slopes and a plethora of enjoyable activities, visitors can even enjoy a great time bobsleighing or sledding, or even take ski lessons. Visiting an Antarctica penguin colony is one of the most exciting highlights of this park, especially for kids!