Best Christmas Markets in Dubai to Visit in 2023

The Christmas markets in Dubai are the best way to celebrate the best version of the festivals. These markets will give you the opportunity to shop for your Christmas needs while enjoying the best Christmas spirits. Carol singing, snowfall, snow fights, fairy lights, mulled wine, ice rink, or a dreamy abra ride with Santa, Christmas celebration in Dubai is a truly magical feeling that you can live fully.

From the all-time favourite Christmas markets to the newly launched ones, all the markets will ensure you live the lights and joy of the festive season. Here we have listed the few Christmas markets in Dubai that you must visit this year.

Winter City at Expo City:

The Expo City Dubai is all set to bring back the Winter City due to the Christmas celebration in the city starting from November 23, till January 8. Entry inside the magical winter world is absolutely free and pet-friendly. Surreal Waterfall, The Mobility District, and Al Wasl Plaza will be transformed into a beautiful magical winter world, where you can meet Santa, and Mrs. Clause, and get many Insta-worthy moments with the Giant Gingerbread Man. You can also experience the snow globe at Al Wasi Plaza. What can be even better than singing the Christmas jingles along with The Toy Soldier Band? There will be a zipline, climbing wall, fairground games, and a Letter to Santa Station to entertain you during the best festive season.

Madinat Jumeirah Festive Market:

Going to begin on December 15 (Thursday) until December 30 (Friday) Madinat Jumeirah Market will be transformed into a winter wonderland and will be open to the public from Monday to Thursday from 3 pm to midnight, equally on Friday to Sunday from 12 pm to midnight. People can enjoy the Christmas celebration for free. There will be enough festive food and drink options to get the ultimate festive vibe, you can also check out the traditional market, and live band. The kids can enjoy the fullest at the snow fight area, North Pole train ride, Bungee jumping, and a Venetian carousel. Keep some memorable moments by clicking snaps while taking an abra ride with Santa, or decorating your own Gingerbread House on a crazy winter day.

Winter District at Emirates Towers:

Entry at this festive extravaganza is completely free for all and will introduce you to the best version of festive days starting from December 14, and will be available till January 4, 2024. The area will be surrounded by outdoor markets, decorated with fairy lights that will showcase locally crafted products. Apart from that, there will be delicious food and beverages, Festive activities, Santa’s Grotto, Live music, Carolers, and other entertainment. There will be another dedicated area for kids filled with fun activities, such as arts and crafts, face paintings, and other exciting games. The area will be transformed into a dreamy fairyland, and you can get many Instagram-worthy moments to live a completely festive moment. 

Winter Garden at Habtoor City:

Habtoor City Dubai has also picked up the speed to celebrate the Christmas season with a grand return of Winter Garden. The all-time favourite Winter Garden will bring back the magical wonderland in November and will be available for all till the end of December. Winter Garden will host live performances, and winter festive activities along with pop-up restaurants. Ticket to get an entry to the Winter Garden will cost a minimum of AED 25 per person, which is completely redeemable on food and beverages available at the stalls inside the Winter Garden. This will be a great place to spend some quality time with family during the winter festive season.

It is now time to put your winter shoes on and celebrate the best version of this winter season. The attractions at each venue will catch the attention of the kids. Make this festive season more special for the little ones and enjoy along with them by involving yourself in winter activities.