From Christmas Eve pre-parties and family-friendly Christmas Day events to exciting NYE celebrations, Marriott Hotel Al Jaddaf, Dubai has something for everyone this festive season.
Dubai, UAE – : Once again, it’s that time of year when everyone is dreaming about roast turkey and all the trimmings, and fun ways to spread holiday cheer with loved ones. This month, there’s no place more magical to do this than at Marriott Hotel Al Jaddaf, Dubai. From classic traditions or pre-Christmas get-togethers to illuminated Christmas tree lightings and stellar room deals, here are all the best festive events to enjoy.
CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING
Offer: Guests, neighbours, families and friends are invited as the hotel team light up their Christmas tree to usher in the joy of the holiday season. Renowned illusionist and mentalist, Moein Al Bastaki, adds a touch of magic to the unmissable event while guests indulge in festive canapés, mulled wine and hot chocolate to the tunes of Christmas carols while in the cheerful company of Santa himself.
When: Friday, 24th November
Time: 6pm – 7pm
Where: Marriott Al Jaddaf, Oud Metha, Dubai
TURKEY TO-GO
Offer: Making a holiday-worthy turkey takes a lot of work. Between days of thawing, brining, seasoning and roasting, it’s a formidable task. Make it easier by ordering a hassle-free Christmas turkey dinner and leave the cooking to the pros. The hotel’s talented team of chefs will prepare the ultimate home-style feast of juicy and tender stuffed turkey served with all the trimmings. Orders must be made 48 hours in advance.
When: Friday, 1st – Saturday, 30th December
Price: 6-7Kg (serves up to 6 guests) AED 649 | 8-9Kg (serve up to 8 guests) AED749
Where: Marriott Al Jaddaf, Oud Metha, Dubai
THE MARKET PLACE
Pre-Christmas Parties
Offer: Celebrate the festive season in lavish fashion at the hotel’s international restaurant, The Market Place. Discover festive set menus served family-style, paired with optional house and premium beverage packages. Pre-booking required.
When: Friday, 1st December – Saturday, 30th December
Time: Available for lunch and dinner pre-bookings
Price: From AED 229 per person (min 10 guests) including soft drinks
Where: The Market Place, Marriott Al Jaddaf, Oud Metha, Dubai
Christmas Eve
Offer: Experience a wonderful family-friendly evening with a sumptuous spread of festive food, drinks and desserts. A visit from Santa and a dedicated kid’s corner brings holiday cheer to young guests with a kid-approved buffet, games and activities.
When: Sunday, 24th December
Time: 7pm – 11pm
Price: AED 250 soft drinks (two hours); AED 399 house drinks (two hours); AED 450 sparkling wine (two hours); AED 125 children six to 12 years; kids below six eat for free
Where: The Market Place, Marriott Al Jaddaf, Oud Metha, Dubai
Christmas Day
Offer: Celebrate Christmas Day at The Market Place, a family-friendly affair with a luxurious spread of festive food, drinks and desserts. A visit from Santa and a dedicated kid’s corner brings holiday cheer to young guests with a kid-approved buffet, games and activities.
When: Monday, 25th December
Time: 1pm – 4pm
Price: AED 250 soft drinks (two hours); AED 399 house drinks (two hours); AED 450 sparkling wine (two hours); AED 125 children six to 12 years; kids below six eat for free
Where: The Market Place, Marriott Al Jaddaf, Oud Metha, Dubai
New Year’s Eve
Offer: Usher in the New Year with a luxurious spread of culinary delicacies to the tunes of live music by singer songwriter, Gary Phelan with a special appearance by magician, mentalist and illusionist Moein Al Bastaki. Expect an elegant buffet featuring seafood, paté and sushi, Arabic mezze, carving and grill stations as well as a luxurious dessert display and a dedicated children’s buffet.
When: Sunday, 31st December
Time: 7.30pm – 11pm
Price: AED 299 soft drinks; AED 499 sparkling wine; half price for children aged six to 12 years; kids below six eat for free; AED 100 per person to join the after-party at the hotel’s rooftop restaurant and lounge
Where: The Market Place, Marriott Al Jaddaf, Oud Metha, Dubai
AQUA CHILL
Pre-Christmas Parties
Offer: Enjoy a stylish poolside festive get-together with views of the magnificent Dubai skyline. Their chef-curated set menu is served family-style, perfect for a social celebration. Optional house and premium beverage packages are available. Pre-booking required.
When: Friday, 1st December – Saturday, 30th December
Time: Available for lunch and dinner pre-bookings
Price: From AED 229 per person (min 10 guests) including soft drinks
Where: Aqua Chill, Marriott Al Jaddaf, Oud Metha, Dubai
New Year’s Eve
Offer: Ring in the New Year with a poolside BBQ party. Watch the fireworks light up the Dubai skyline as DJ Leonica keeps the party going through the night. Look out for a special guest appearance by magician, mentalist and illusionist, Moein Al Bastaki.
When: Sunday, 31st December
Time: 8pm – 2am
Price: AED 599 per person with starters, BBQ and desserts and house drinks; half price for children aged six to 12 years; kids under six eat for free
Where: Aqua Chill, Marriott Al Jaddaf, Oud Metha, Dubai
Pre-Christmas Parties
Offer: Don’t settle for ordinary – bring colleagues or friends together for a fun-filled Christmas party complete with games, sports and festive-themed sharing platters at neighborhood sports bar, BnB. Pre-booking required. Beverage bundles and packages are also available upon request.
When: Friday, 1st December – Saturday, 30th December
Time: Available for lunch and dinner pre-bookings
Price: From AED 99 per person (min 10 guests)
Where: BnB, Marriott Al Jaddaf, Oud Metha, Dubai
Christmas Eve
Offer: Gather friends for a fun-filled Christmas Eve to the tunes of a live DJ. Revelers are treated to three courses of festive sharing platters and beverage bundles while making the most of the venue’s games and sports-themed bar.
When: Sunday, 24th December
Time: 7pm – 2am
Price: AED 199 for two guests, incl three courses of sharing platters, plus one bottle of wine or four cocktails
Where: BnB, Marriott Al Jaddaf, Oud Metha, Dubai
New Year’s Eve
Offer: Gather with friends for a fun-filled New Year’s Eve party at BnB with a live DJ, pass-around food and free-flowing premium drinks.
When: Sunday, 31st December
Time: 10pm – 2am
Price: AED 499 per person with platters, bites with premium beverages & sparkling wine
Where: BnB, Marriott Al Jaddaf, Oud Metha, Dubai
CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR’S EVE STAYCATION OFFERS
The Ultimate Holiday Getaway: The Market Place Christmas package
Offer: A wonderful Christmas awaits in the heart of Dubai. Stay at Marriott Hotel Al Jaddaf, Dubai on 24th or 25th December for the Ultimate Holiday Getaway that includes a lavish Christmas buffet at The Market Place on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day, complete with children’s activities, a buffet corner and a special visit from Santa.
When: Sunday, 24th December – Monday, 25th December
Price: Ultimate Holiday Getaway from AED 775
Where: Marriott Al Jaddaf, Oud Metha, Dubai
Welcome 2024 In Style: The Market Place NYE package
Offer: Ring in the New Year in true Gala fashion and wake up to 2024 in the heart of Dubai. Dress up for a night at The Market Place, which serves an opulent spread of fine food and drinks alongside live music and entertainment.
When: Sunday, 31st December
Price: Welcome 2024 In Style from AED 1,800
Where: Marriott Al Jaddaf, Oud Metha, Dubai
Stay and Celebrate: Aqua Chill NYE package
Offer: Welcome 2024 in the most wonderful way with this Stay and Celebrate New Year’s Eve package. Party at the hotel’s rooftop poolside restaurant Aqua Chill overlooking the mesmerising fireworks of the iconic Dubai skyline while dining, drinking and dancing the night away to the tunes of a live DJ. Then wake up in the heart of Dubai to a new year full of possibilities.
When: Sunday, 31st December
Price: Stay and Celebrate from AED 1,900
Where: Marriott Al Jaddaf, Oud Metha, Dubai