Welcome 2025 in Dubai with these New Year's Eve packages

Choose from a range of top-notch venues to ring in the New Year at Palace Downtown, located just a short distance from Burj Khalifa in Downtown Dubai. Tuck into a decadent dinner at Al Bayt restaurant, with indoor and outdoor packages available (from AED2,750 per person), discover a sumptuous buffet with wonderful views at Ewaan (from AED2,275 per person), try a five-course menu of delicious Thai food at Thiptara (from AED2,700 per person), go alfresco with dinner at Buhayra Lounge (from AED4,500 per person) or enjoy lavish food, live music and unbeatable vistas at Viewing Deck (from AED10,000 per person). 

This New Year's Eve, Address Hotels is offering a range of options across its properties in Dubai to usher in 2025. Head over to the Miami-white party at Address Creek Harbour's Luma Pool Lounge, where you'll have a fabulous view of the fireworks over Dubai's iconic skyline (from AED1,600 per person), enjoy unparalleled views from 310m in the air at the rooftop ZETA Seventy Seven at Address Beach Resort (from AED 2,288 per person) or discover other amazing celebration's at any of the brand's other hotels across Dubai.

Ring in the New Year at Armani Hotel, where multiple restaurants are offering the chance to make it a 2025 welcome to remember. From European culinary traditions and Michelin-starred dining experiences to decadent gala gatherings, you can get involved in the festivities your way. Seven spectacular courses await you at Armani/Ristorante, where the very best produce from sea, land, farm and field are showcased. You can also savour high-end Japanese cuisine at Armani/Hashi with live entertainment, delicious Indian dishes at Armani/Amal and Mediterranean wonders at Armani/Mediterraneo. Packages depend on the restaurant; contact the hotel for updated prices.

There's so much festive fun to enjoy at One&Only The Palm. Prepare for your New Year's Eve celebrations with some first-class pampering at Guerlain Spa, whose three-hour 'Sparkling Ritual' package is priced at AED1,865. Afterwards, you can choose to celebrate at two-Michelin-star French restaurant STAY by Yannick Alléno (from AED4,000 per person), stylish over-the-water venue 101 Dining Lounge with its 360-degrees views of the Dubai skyline (from AED3,500 per person), refined Italian eatery ZEST, which will have a live band (from AED3,000 per person) or a candlelight dinner by the Grand Pool (contact the hotel for more info). There's even a complimentary New Year's Eve gala dinner just for kids at the property, with lots of fun games and entertainment. 

This beachfront palace on Palm Jumeirah is set to wow revellers on New Year's Eve with its 'Royal Masquerade' ball. This black-tie celebration will feature a magnificent buffet dinner, which guests can enjoy on the terrace or the lawn, and an eight-piece band will play a hit-packed set to get everyone dancing (from AED2,600 per person). Meanwhile, Piatti by the Beach is offering a gala dinner with a sharing-style Italian feast, live music, a DJ and an epic fireworks display (from AED2,200 per person), and Kalian Rooftop Lounge has an a la carte menu, a saxophonist, a DJ and more (minimum spend of AED1,000 per person). After you've welcomed the New Year, head onto Sola Jazz Lounge, Piatti by the Beach or Kalian for an unforgettable afterparty.

The Blacksmith's two locations in the city, in Dubai Marina and Business Bay, are both offering great packages for New Year's Eve revellers. Check out the 'Glitter & Gold' brunch in Dubai Marina, with delectable dishes, live performances and a spot to watch the fireworks (from AED299 per person). Or head to Business Bay for a bash featuring buffet stations, seasonal desserts, live performances plus a joyous after-party after the clock strikes midnight (from AED333 per person; this is an early-bird offer before 10 December).

Choose from two fun-packed evenings at Jumeirah Creekside Hotel and say a joyful hello to 2025. Head to international restaurant Nomad for a New Year's Eve party, which includes a lavish outdoor buffet and amazing fireworks (from AED495 per person), or celebrate at rooftop venue Cu-ba and enjoy a tapas-style buffet, dance while a DJ plays classic hits and see the fireworks (from AED550 per person). If you're still feeling full of energy after midnight, you can continue the revelry at Cu-ba's afterparty. 

Book a stay at Rixos The Palm Dubai, and enjoy amazing New Year's Eve entertainment that the whole family will love. Wear your finest white outfit for the 'Winter Wonderland' theme, tuck into the lavish buffet and party along with DJs, a saxophonist, roaming dancers and several spectacular live bands. After the stunning fireworks at midnight, head onto the fun-filled afterparty at Bar1. Meanwhile, the Rixy Kids Club will keep young guests smiling with a buffet, a magic show, musical games, a kids disco and more. Prices start at AED2,890 per adult and AED1,450 per child (aged three to 11).