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Festive Events
Festive Events
Abu Dhabi always pulls out all the stops each year with spectacular Christmas decorations. Hotels across the city host tree-lighting ceremonies and transform their lobbies into Santa’s grottos and winter wonderlands. We're also spoiled for choice with a range of festive-themed afternoon teas, workshops and Christmas markets.
Here's our round-up of what's on this December.
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Best for afternoon tea
For an indulgent afternoon tea in the famous leaning tower, head to Andaz Lounge at Andaz Capital Gate where you can feast on delicate themed sandwiches and savouries, pastries and confections. Top off the festive fun with a glass of Champagne. Discover more winter-themed afternoon teas in the list below!
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The iconic Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental is holding its annual tree lighting ceremony on 5 December. With free entry, prepared to be dazzled by the stunning lights in the grand dome before exploring the winter village for some festive fun. Across the city, local school choirs will be performing traditional Christmas songs at other tree-lighting events during the first two weeks of December. Check out the list here!
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It's a long winter break for the kids this year in Abu Dhabi and we're always looking for ideas to keep the little ones entertained! For AED200 per house, children can decorate their own gingerbread house at Giornotte, Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi Grand Canal while the grown-ups have a well-deserved cup of tea! For more festive workshop ideas, check out the list below!
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If you're looking for a lively brunch before Christmas (and an excuse to wear a Christmas jumper!), Porters English Pub at Grand Millennium Al Wahda are holding a Christmas jumper party on 13 December. Expect a party atmosphere to get you in the Christmas mood! There's also Santa visits, special festive menus and ideas for team lunches for office parties in this list below!
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