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Christmas Eve

Christmas Eve in Abu Dhabi

The 24th of December doesn't have to just be the "day before" - the city is packed with festive celebrations and seasonal fun, from buffets and set-menus to special events.

Here's our guide of where to celebrate Christmas Eve in Abu Dhabi this year.

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Best for buffet

Why not head to the iconic Abu Dhabi skyline hotel Bab Al Qasr for their Christmas Eve brunch at Artisan Kitchen? Santa will be making an early visit before he goes off on his deliveries and there's entertainment for the little ones as well as live musicians setting the festive scene. For more great buffet options, check the list below.

Urban Kitchen

Dusit Thani

The Terrace on the Corniche

The St Regis Abu Dhabi

Artisan Kitchen

Bab Al Qasr Hotel

Café 302

Al Maha Arjaan by Rotana

Vendôme

Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental

CuiScene

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr

Giornotte

The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal

Sahha

Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi

Olea

St Regis Saadiyat Island Resort

Khayal

Marriott Al Forsan

Verso

Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi

Printania

Royal Rose Hotel

Sim Sim

Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas

Horizon

Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan by Rotana

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Layali Shahrazad Restaurant & Lounge

Grand Millennium Al Wahda

White

Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island Resort

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Best for set menu

One of our favourite restaurants in the whole city, Strawfire at Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental will be showcasing their famous Japanese-fusion creations with a 5-course sharing-style set menu this Christmas Eve. Expect the same culinary magic that makes Strawfire a beloved foodie hotspot, with a festive seasonal twist. Check below for more amazing set menu ideas.