Dubai’s ideal locations for New Year’s Eve celebrations

The countdown to New Year’s Eve has already begun and we are sure you’re looking for the best place to celebrate. Dubai is unquestionably the ideal location in the world to welcome the new year with a combination of sparkling parties, grand fireworks, lavish meals, and family-friendly celebrations.

 

There have been countless ways to wave goodbye to 2022 in Dubai, from opulent dinners in comfortable settings to rooftop cocktail parties, browse through our selection of New Year’s Eve events in Dubai right away, and keep checking for updates.

Business Bay

Cafe de Paris

If you’re looking for a relatively inexpensive NYE dinner, consider this newly launched cafe located at Dubai’s highrises. French specialties like smoked duck salad, grilled tenderloin, and an apple with caramel as well as raspberry mousse, are all available at reasonable rates. The event features a DJ and both inside and outdoor seating are available.
Location: Business Bay
Timings: 8 pm till Midnight
Approximate Expense: 299Dhs per person

19th

Do you desire a unique, fine-dining experience with breathtaking views of the Dubai Water Canal? You can enjoy the Burj Khalifa firework displays while drinking champagne and taking in a specially crafted private dinner on the 19th.
Location: Grand Millennium Business Bay
Timings: 8 pm to 2 am on New Year’s Eve
Approximate Expense: 3,500Dhs per person (4 to 10 persons allowed)

BAI Bar & Terrace

Ring in 2023 in style and be able to chow down on cuisine from two live terminals that cook steaks and fish, sip thematic cocktails, and end with sweets. They’ll also provide live entertainment all night long in the traditional Bai fashion.
Location: Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Canal View, Business Bay
Timings: 7 pm – 2 am, Drink orders end at 1 am
Approximate Expense: 600Dhs to 1200Dhs

Basko

At Basko, act like a celebrity as photographers are waiting to take your photo at the door. It’s a glitzy affair inside with classic disco music. Live music and a vintage disco DJ will let you ring in the New Year astonishingly.
Location: Business Bay
Timings: 7 pm – 9 pm and 9 pm – 4 am
Approximate Expense: 900Dhs (indoor) to 1200Dhs (outdoor)

Miss Tess Dubai

Miss Tess, a unique Asian street food place with a special weekend brunch featuring several Miss Tess specialties, musical performances, and a fantastic sight of the Burj Khalifa firework displays from the rooftop.
Location: Taj Dubai, Business Bay
Timings: From 7 pm
Approximate Expense: Dhs998 (indoors) & Dhs1489 (outdoors)

Bluewater Island

Alici

With just a minimum charge of Dhs1800 at Alici, the glitzy award-winning Italian seafood restaurant offers its a la carte selection (indoors). Also. Enjoy great performances from the group Boys.
Location: Bluewaters Island
Timings: From 8 pm
Approximate Expense: (Indoors) Dhs1,800; (Outdoors) Dhs2,000 per person

The London Project

At The London Project, New Year’s Eve will include stunning acrobats and lively musical performances. A four-course menu will also be available, featuring dishes like beef roulette, truffle ravioli, and hamachi sashimi. After that, go outside to witness the fireworks.
Location: Bluewaters Island
Timings: From 8:30 pm till 12:30 pm
Approximate Expense: From Dhs1250 to Dhs2450 including Silver, Gold & Platinum packages

Clay

Get the greatest view of the enchanted fireworks and breathtaking light show on Ain Dubai as you begin the new year at Clay. This is certain to kick off 2022 with a bang, from a delectable Peruvian-Japanese flavor mix to thrilling music and entertainment.
Location: Bluewaters Island
Timings: 7 pm till 3 am
Approximate Expense: Starting from Dhs800

Cove Beach Dubai

DJ Scottie-B, DJ Devon Kosok, DJ Mitchel, and DJ Sir Taz will all be spinning tunes at Cove Beach. Additionally, you may witness the firework at Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis the Palm, and Ain Dubai.
Location: Caesars Palace, Bluewaters Island
Timings: 7 pm onwards
Approximate Expense: Starting from Dhs899

Vaga

At this brand-new restaurant on Bluewaters Island, executive chef Sufyan Alkebata of Vaga presents a special New Year’s Eve menu that includes short ribs kibbeh, manti, lobster carpaccio, and mixed grill.
Location: Bluewaters Island
Timings: 9 pm till midnight
Approximate Expense: Dhs1000 to Dhs1800

Downtown Dubai

Amelia

Begin the evening earlier by arriving at Amelia at 7 o’clock and taking in the exquisite Downtown restaurant’s traditional cuisine while celebrating the New Year. There will be a la carte food, cocktails, and upbeat music from DJ Cimeo.
Location: Downtown Dubai
Timings: 7 pm till 3 am
Approximate Expense: Minimum spend of Dhs2000 per person

99 Sushi Bar & Restaurant

On New Year’s Eve, starting at 8 p.m., 99 Sushi Bar & Restaurant will provide you with great Burj Khalifa sights and a 15-course feast to spend New Year’s Eve in Dubai, especially because it’s accompanied by free-flowing beverages.
Location: Downtown Dubai
Timings: 7 pm – 2 am
Approximate Expense: Dhs4500 (dining room), Dhs6500 (terrace), Dhs7500 (99 Lounge)

Lucia's

Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Lucia’s in true Italian fashion. For the night, which will feature performances by T Bone and Bandakadabra, guests are requested to wear red. The evening will come to a close with DJ Julian Noma. The cuisine will feature traditional Italian dishes.
Location: Address Sky View, Downtown Dubai
Timings: 7 pm onwards
Approximate Expense: Starting from Dhs750

The Birdcage

The Birdcage is set up to bring people to the funk era of the 1970s, equipped with disco ball sparklers, pink neon lighting, and performing arts on funky disco tunes. There will be endless cocktails, as well as a variety of appetizers and snacks.
Location: Pullman Dubai Downtown
Timings: 8 pm to 3 am
Approximate Expense: Dhs1199 with soft drinks, Dhs1399 with house drinks, and Dhs1799 with premium drinks.

Sofitel Downtown Dubai

This gala meal with a carnival theme is held by the poolside and includes live entertainment and live food stations. For a fee, visitors are welcome to order shisha.
Location: Dubai Downtown
Timings: 7 pm to 12.30 am
Approximate Expense: Starting from Dhs1200

Jumeirah Beach Residence JBR

McGettigans JBR

Want to celebrate Irish-styled New Year’s Eve with music events and a DJ’s performance? Make your way to McGettigan’s JBR, where a Dhs400 deposit is required for all those lovely entertainments.
Location: Hilton Dubai Jumeirah, JBR
Timings: 8 pm – 3 am
Approximate Expense: Dhs400 minimum spend

Via Toledo

In white and gold theme, celebrate Great Gatsby-style at this upscale Italian eatery. The sight of Jumeirah coast fireworks displays is visible from the terrace. There will be an a la carte menu available, featuring dishes like twice-cooked marinara doppia crunch that are a must-try.
Location: Jumeirah Beach Residence
Timings: Starts 9 pm
Approximate Expense: Dhs1990 minimum spend

Aprons & Hammers

The What’s On award-winning contemporary seafood restaurant Aprons & Hammers offers tons of crabs, prawns, and oysters for New Year’s Eve celebrations. It’s well situated to view the fireworks because it’s right on JBR beach.
Location: Jumeirah Beach Residence
Timings: Afternoon till late night
Approximate Expense: Starting from Dhs545

Amaseena

Amaseena is hosting an outdoor New Year’s Eve party with an Arabian atmosphere that is themed after a Bedouin celebration. At 7 p.m., guests will be welcomed with delicious oysters and bubbly wine before settling down to a meal of Middle Eastern cuisine prepared at live cooking stations.
Location: The Ritz Carlton, Jumeirah Beach Residence
Timings: 7 pm – 12:30 am
Approximate Expense: Dhs1,150 (soft drinks), Dhs1,695 (house drinks and sparkling), Dhs850 (kids aged 12-16 years), Dhs500 (kids aged six-11), Free (kids under five)

Asil

Explore no further than Asil if you want a fantastic supper and an even clearer picture of the breathtaking JBR and Ain Dubai fireworks displays. Delight your beloved with an exquisite five-course delicious meal, unlimited drinks, and endless entertainment at the Rixos Premium JBR for New Year’s Eve.
Location: Rixos Premium Dubai, Jumeirah Beach Residences
Timings: 8 pm to midnight
Approximate Expense: Starting from Dhs1850. For kids under 10 years, there is a 50% discount

Meydan

Sky Bubble Terrace

Looking for a rooftop to ring in the New Year? Before even being astonished by the fireworks, guests can party the night away at Sky Bubble Terrace to famous tunes performed by a professional DJ, a couple of vocalists, and musical performances. Additionally, there will be an international buffet and chef-prepared live dining booths.
Location: The Meydan Hotel, Nad Al Sheba
Timings: 8 pm to 1 am
Approximate Expense: Dhs500 (soft drinks), Dhs700 (house drinks), Dhs800 (sparkling), Dhs1,000 (bubbly)

Soho Garden DXB

Three live musical artists will perform at the NYE party being hosted by Soho Garden DXB. Throughout the evening, music will be played by DJ Satori, Dixon, as well as Mind Against. It’s going to be an exciting way to ring in the New Year with friends in a city known for its crazy evenings out.
Location: Racecourse Grand Stand, Al Meydan
Timings: 10 pm onwards
Approximate Dhs600 (drinks only), Dhs1,800 (food and drinks)