Celebrating New Year’s Eve in Dubai can be a wonderful experience: a blend of exhilaration, luxury, and, of course, the hope of a new start and a chance to look back at the year behind. It’s a night to release the past and welcome the future with enthusiasm, and few cities do festive celebrations like Dubai. For those looking to ring in 2025 in style, here are the best ways to enjoy New Year’s Eve in Dubai this 31 December.

New Year’s Eve in Dubai 2024

Platinum Heritage Dubai

With the city swarming with revellers and tables booking up fast, how about escaping to the serenity of the desert this New Year’s Eve in Dubai? As one of the leading desert experiences brands, Platinum Heritage is promising an escape from the crowds and bustle with an unforgettable evening underneath starry skies. The brand is offering a fantastic NYE itinerary, which includes transportation in a museum-quality vintage Land Rovers from the 1950s, a scenic nature drive with canapés, dinner at its authentic Bedouin camp, drone shows, dance performances and more. The package includes an overnight stay and session with an astronomer – allowing you to enter into 2025 in peace and style.
With overnight stay: AED 1,295 (adult), AED 1,095 (child), platinum-heritage.com

Jamavar Dubai

As one of Near+Far’s favourite Indian restaurants in the world, Jamavar is hosting a glittering New Year’s Eve Tasting Menu from its chic new Dubai venue in Downtown Dubai. Hailing from London’s Mayfair, and the baby of Samyukta Nair, Jamavar Dubai offers a sultry and elegant spot to ring in 2025, with a six-course tasting menu and night filled with festivities. Guests can enjoy DJ beats and refined dishes like crab podithol, konkan scallops, salmon nartangatopped with Oscietra caviar and luxurious truffle paneer tikka. Beverage packages include delicious cocktails like cherry chilli margarita and the botanical J&T. Celebrations continue until 1am, plus, there are views onto one of the world’s most celebrated New Year’s displays
7pm to 1am; tasting menu with softs drinks, AED790; with alcoholic beverages, AED1,390; non-vegetarian tasting menu with soft drinks; jamavarrestaurants.com

Jun’s

The baby of Dubai star Chef Kelvin Cheung, Jun’s is regarded as one of the best restaurants in Dubai. It also happens to be in arguably the best location to enjoy a Dubai New Year – right in the heart of Downtown near the Burj Khalifa. This New Year’s Eve, Jun’s is throwing a festive feast with multiple packages on offer. For veggies, the four-course dinner includes creative and delicious dishes like rainbow heirloom carrots and heirloom tomato and Burrata; jackfruit shortrib bao and szechuan smoked eggplant hummus, alongside mains like Truffle Spaghettini, while meat eaters can enjoy salmon carpaccio, wagyu beef potstickers and wagyu MB7 ribeye with mango sambhar, plus Basque style cheesecake and old school chocolate cake.
8pm to 12am. Outdoor seating, AED 1,500 inclusive of soft beverages; indoor seating: AED 2,500 house beverages, AED3,500 premium beverages. Bar area: AED2,000 house beverages, AED3,000 premium beverages. +971 (04) 457 6035, Whatsapp – +971 509389099, junsdubai.com

Billionaire Dubai

For a truly hedonistic, fabulous, fun-filled and memorable Dubai New Year, book a table at Billionaire Dubai – the city’s most impressive, and glamorous, dinner and a show experience. With mesmerising, and nail-biting performers from across the globe (including TV show winners and famous personalities) Billionaire has carved a name for itself in the city – and across the globe – as the spot for celebrations, and this festive season the restaurants and nightlife has transformed into ‘The Whimsical Castle’. An exclusive Christmas-themed show will run throughout the month until 14 January, with dancers, vocalists and acrobats wowing guests. Guests can book a table, walk the red carpet, enjoy the world-class show, a decadent menu and raise a glass of fizz at midnight as they indulge in a set menu of dishes like caviar and enjoy the beautiful festive display.
AED 3,000 per person set menu (including beverages); 9pm to 3am; +971 (0) 4 510 3100 or WhatsApp: +971 (0) 56 678 3357   or email: [email protected]  

Netsu 

Netsu, the award-winning Japanese steakhouse at the luxurious Mandarin Oriental Jumeirah – will ring in 2025 in style with a sophisticated New Year’s Eve celebration. In the sultry restaurant or out on the terrace, guests can indulge five-course sharing menu, including Netsu classics alongside free-flowing beverages. As the night unfolds, an exclusive after-party will open on Netsu’s skyline terrace, creating a chic, high-octane vibe lasting until the early hours and offering unobstructed views of Burj Khalifa and Dubai’s iconic fireworks display.
From 8 pm to 2 am; AED2,500 per person, inclusive of soft beverages, cocktails, wines and Champagne. The event will welcome children above the age of 7 at AED1,100 per child; +971 04 777, [email protected]

SLS Dubai

As one of Dubai’s most glamorous hotels, SLS Dubai is throwing a series of New Year’s Eve parties to remember, inviting guests to ring in 2025 in luxury and sophistication. At S Bar, the hotel’s 71st-floor bar, guests can enjoy a ‘Winter Wonderland’-themed soiree from 9pm. The event comes with cocktails and DJ performances, but most importantly, stunning views across the city and its myriad fireworks displays. Tables are available with a minimum spend per person at the bar and on the terrace.

At Privilege, the seductive party space capping the hotel in style, guests can enjoy a Carioca (Brazilian party) with unlimited beverages and bites from 8PM to midnight – plus, a Dubai New Year afterparty. Also offering stunning views of Business Bay and Downtown Dubai, Dario Cecchini’s Italian steakhouse Carna is putting on a colourful and loud Venetian New Year party. Echoing the energy of its chef patron, the event will offer a festive-inspired a la carte menu with a carefully curated wine and beverage menu. Those wanting to see the fireworks can enjoy some of the best views in the city with a glass of champagne at Smoke & Mirrors for AED 200 per person. 
slshotels.com/

Atlantis The Royal

Arguably Dubai’s most extravagant, and talked hotel, it’s only right Atlantis The Royal is throwing New Year’s Eve in Dubai celebrations to remember. There are multiple events going on at the hotel’s wonderful drinking and dining outlets, including a party at Ling Ling, the hotel’s seductive Asian party spot. The evening includes signature flavours with an eclectic soundtrack and cocktails, with indoor seating from AED1,950 and terrace seating available for AED2,950.

Elsewhere in the property, Dinner by Heston Blumenthal is throwing a British Tudor banquet-inspired soiree – priced from AED2,950 – alongside Peruvian La Mar by Gaston Acurio – which is offering seats from AED1,950 per person. For Greek flavours and ocean views, head to Estiatorio Milos, with tickets also for AED1,950 per person. All offer close-up views of the iconic Atlantis fireworks, set to be even bigger and better this New Year’s Eve with the addition of The Royal.
atlantis.com

Time Out Market

Transporting guests to the food markets of Europe, Asia and the Americas, Time Out Market has cemented itself as Dubai’s most exciting food hall, with outlets from the city’s best chefs and concepts and an alcohol license. This New Year’s Eve, Time Out Market is hosting a ‘Hall of Wonders’ party. Guests can look forward to a night of enchantment and the opportunity to sample over 250 dishes across the entire Market, plus some of the best Burj Khalifa views in the city. All ticket prices are 50% redeemable on food and beverage throughout the night. The best part? The market is right on the waterside of the Dubai Fountain and sits in the shadows o the Burj Khalifa, meaning you’ll get a great view of the action (depending on seat).
Dhs1,000 (counter seats with Dhs500 redeemable), Dhs1,500 (high tables with Dhs750 redeemable), Dhs3,000 (table inside with Dhs1,500 redeemable), Dhs4,000 (VIP table in main area with Dhs2,000 redeemable), Dhs5,000 (VIP table on the terrace with Dhs2,500 redeemable), 7pm-2am. Time Out Market Dubai, Souk Al Bahar, Downtown Dubai, dubai.platinumlist.net

CÉ LA VI

One of Dubai’s most popular and glitzy rooftop hangouts, CÉ LA VI invites guests to a night of splendid entertainment, as you welcome the new year in style. With live performances by Britain’s Got Talent’s swing band Jack Pack and an exclusive view of the Burj Khalifa fireworks, you will have an unforgettable evening. A selection of exquisite Michelin Guide-featured dishes crafted by Chef Howard Ko will be at your disposal as you savour and commemorate the last moments of the year and delight in the magnificent fireworks as the clock marks 12 and the new year begins.
8 pm till late, tickets from AED5,000 per person, @celavidubai

City Social, Grosvenor House

Welcome 2024 with the beautiful, panoramic views of the Dubai Marina, Dubai Harbour and Palm Jumeirah skyline and the firework displays that light up Dubai every year. The signature venue by celebrity Chef Jason Atherton will serve modern European cuisine with a Japanese twist in its iconic venue, complemented by a live DJ and saxophonist that will keep you grooving all night and a selection of unlimited beverages to suit your taste. Don’t miss the opportunity to witness all the fireworks from a bird’s eye view at City Social.
AED2,500 inclusive of selected house beverages (Terrace Table), AED 2,200 inclusive of selected house beverages (Indoor Table), 7:00 PM until 2:00 AM, City Social, Grosvenor House; citysocialdubai.com

Fouquet’s

Celebrate this New Year’s Eve in the most elegant Parisian style with unrivalled views of the Burj Khalifa. The meal begins with a delightful selection of amuse-bouches such as wagyu beef tartare and royal king crab pie with Oscietra caviar, followed by duck foie gras terrine with fig compote, and celeriac puree. Premier Plat presents grilled lobster from Brittany, pan-seared Hokkaido sea scallops, and sole meunière with Oscietra caviar, while second plat features roasted beef tenderloin, porcini cream, agria potato millefeuille with truffles and Perigeux sauce. It’s Vacherin Mont d’Or with white truffle mascarpone for “Le Pré Dessert”, ending with Mont Blanc cake, lemon sorbet with vodka, artisan chocolates, and coffee.
Brasserie – Burj window: AED 3,000 per person, Brasserie – Burj back section and piano room: AED 2,000 per person, Rooftop: AED 4,000 per person, Café Outdoor: AED 1,500 per person, fouquets-dubai.com

Sign up for the latest travel news, reviews, inspiration and so much more from the Middle East and beyond straight to your inbox.