Downtown property reveals its complete festive line-up for Christmas and New Year celebrations
Dubai – This festive season, Embassy Suites by Hilton Dubai Business Bay comes alive with a host of Christmas and New Year’s Eve celebrations perfect for friends and families. The five-star hotel is set to host a vibrant array of festive activities, including a traditional tree-lighting ceremony, elegant dinners, and a New Year’s Eve after-party, all complemented with holiday entertainment and stunning views of the downtown Dubai skyline.
Christmas Highlights
Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Embassy Suites by Hilton Dubai Business Bay invites guests to feel the holiday magic at its Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. The lobby will be set to sparkle on 04 December, with delicious festive treats and a special appearance from Santa, who will be distributing gifts to children.
- Date: Wednesday, 04 December 2025
- Time: 6pm – 8pm
- Venue: Embassy Suites by Hilton Lobby
- Price: Free, invitation only
Turkey Takeaway
Take the stress out of holiday cooking with this festive turkey takeaway for Dh495. This complete feast is ideal for 6-8 people and features a generous 6 kg honey-glazed turkey, stuffed with sage, apricot, and walnuts . It comes fully prepared with classic trimmings, including infused gravy, cranberry sauce, roast potatoes, brussel sprouts, caramelised chestnuts, honey-glazed parsnips, carrots, plus Christmas pudding and mince pies. Available for pickup at The Drip between 10am and 6pm from 20 to 27 December. A 24-hour advance pre-paid order is required.
- Dates: 20-27 December 2025
- Pickup Time: 10am – 6pm
- Venue: The Drip
- Price: Dh495 ideal for feeding 6-8 people
Christmas Eve Dinner
Celebrate with family-style sharing dinners, live cooking stations, and much more. Some festive menu standout dishes to try include a roast butternut squash soup infused with cinnamon, cacao, and pumpkin spice, classic glazed turkey served with velouté sauce and traditional sage stuffing, and sweet orange honey crème brûlée paired with double vanilla bean ice cream.
- Date: Wednesday, 24 December 2025
- Time: 7pm – 10:30pm
- Venue: The Gourmet Yard
- Price: Dh199 (soft package), Dh299 (house package)
Christmas Day Brunch
Indulge in a lively Christmas Day Brunch experience with a poolside buffet, live cooking stations, and a spectacular live performance. Feast on festive items like roast butternut squash soup with winter spices, classic glazed turkey with velouté sauce and aromatic sage stuffing, and finish the meal with a sweet winter christmas gâteau.
- Date: Thursday, 25 December 2025
- Time: 1pm – 4pm
- Venue: Rio Restaurant & Lounge (Indoor & Poolside)
- Prices: Dh299 (soft package), Dh399 (house package)
New Year’s Eve Celebrations
New Year’s Eve Dinner
Ring in 2026 in sensational style with incredible dining and spectacular entertainment. Feast on show-stopping dishes such as the mosaic of duck salad with wild mushrooms and toasted hazelnut, prime rib of slow-cooked Angus beef with caramelised onion and Madagascar pepper sauce , and sweet orange honey crème brûlée paired with double vanilla bean ice cream. The night will be brought to life by a live artistic performance, setting the perfect tone for an unforgettable celebration.
- Date: Wednesday, 31 December 2025
- Time: 8pm – 12:30am
- Venue: The Gourmet Yard
- Prices: Dh549 (soft package), Dh699 (house package)
New Year’s Eve After Party
Continue the party long into the night with the help of Rio up on high. Head up and keep the celebrations going with two hours of unlimited drinks and live music for just Dh189 per person.
- Date: Thursday, 1 January 2026
- Time: 12am – 2am
- Venue: Rio Restaurant & Lounge (Indoor)
- Prices: Dh189 per person inclusive of unlimited house beverages for two hours
With a packed line-up of festive activities and events, Embassy Suites by Hilton Dubai Business Bay is the ultimate destination to celebrate the season and create lasting memories with loved ones.
