An Action-Packed Line-Up of Events for Dubai in December 2025

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This page still requires many updates for 2025; The 2024 event information has been left as a guide on what to expect in Dubai this December

Dubai climate in December

If it is the Abrasing heat of the summer months That has ever discouraged visiting Dubai, preparing for the wonderful soft days of December and winter months in Dubai.

The average December temperature is around 26 ° C/78.8 ° F, and the average sea temperature is around it, 25.6 ° C/78 ° F. In the end, it can be a bit too Japanese for oceanic swimming that its resort or hotel has a pool with controlled temperature!

The minimum temperature you can expect during the night in Dubai in December is 15°C/59°F. Gares you will need much more in the city than in a light jacket. Thought note, if you go to the desert or the mountains during the night in a camp or Glamping tripIt could be several cooler degrees; You will want a warmer layer of clothes.

With an average of 8 hours of sun, you must expect that the skies mostly blue, rain and fog are not unknown in the winter season. Use the cooler climate to leave and enjoy the natural wonders surrounding Dubai.

You can read our complete guide to Dubai climate in December, As well as our suggested ideas or what to pack for Dubai in December.

Dubai Special Events December 2025

Cultural events and special occasions

• Commemoration day is December 1in honor of those soldiers who served their country and lost their lives for the United Arab Emirates. Previously called martyrs, this day of national importance and reflection has moved to coincide with the national day holidays. (It is not always a holiday, but the events will be heroes throughout the country).
• Eid al Etihad (National Football Holidays) It is a long weekend from November 30 to December 3, which marks the occasion of the country’s federation in 1971. You will find the 53th anniversary Eid al Etihad events throughout the city.
• Christmas festivities – A great alignment of events is still expected throughout the city, from winter markets and Christmas Tress, to opera shows, children and course events, Christmas day brunches and meals to take. NB Christmas Day is not a holiday in the EAU. You can find our complete list of Christmas events in Dubai here.
• New Year’s Eve – On December 31, he always sees spectacular fireworks that illuminate many of the famous city buildings. The crowds can be peanuts, and the costs of hotels in main places are very high, so reserve in advance to enjoy this! Find the alignment of New Year’s Eve events herewhich includes Lionel Richie Acting live at Atlantis!

Live events in Dubai this December

• Emirates Dubai Rugby 7sOne of the largest sporting events in the city will take place at the Sevens Stadium rugby from November 30 to December 2, 2024.
• Ricky Martin Live I will have you dancing December 14, 2024 In Coca-Cola Arena.
• The Irish people present ‘blue and eternal’ for a 90 -year classics in December 14, 2024
• Famous comic Biswa Kalyan Rath Will bring your stand-up stand to Dubai College in December 14, 2024
• Dubai Opera will present the China National Symphony OrchestraMade by Jing Huan, in December 15.
• To get you in the festive spirit this year, a Tribute to Michael Buble It will take place aboard the QE2 for a two -night show December 20 and 21, 2024
• A unique party for the ears, Metallica S&M TributeAccompanied by a symphonic orchestra, it will bring timeless classics to the World Trade Center stage in December 27, 2024
• If you are looking for festive events for school holidays, see more shows and events below in the suggestions of our children!

Suggested activities of Dubai in December 2025

Given the soft sunny days, it is a perfect time of the year to do some of Dubai’s most physical outdoor activities. Our best options for things to do in Dubai in December are:

• Take the Ras al Khaimah ZIPLINE COURSE – JAIS JAIS FLIGHT! Not only the longest zip line, where speeds can reach up to 160 km per hour, but also JAIS JAIS TOUR – Seven different Zipine courses that meet on a platform suspended in the Hajar mountains.

Higher Council: If you do not feel like the self -pity for Khaimah, Check out this tour that can pick you from your Dubai hotel. Includes transfers to Jabel Jais and the Zipline experience.

• Take a tour of the world in Global Village of Dubai -A fair style event held nightlife; You will find seasonal celebrations, including Union and Christmas Day, marked with theatrical shows and fireworks.

• This is the perfect time of the year to experiment Dubai Garden GlowDinosaur Park and the ice park in Zabeel Park. A country wonders, the festive season makes it even more magical.

• Take a tour of the east coast of the EAU. Cross the spectacular Hajar mountains and experience the hot and hot waters of the Gulf of Oman. There are snorkeling opportunities, as well as Boat tours That can take you among the spectacular jorros of Musandam, Oman, without crossing the Earth’s border. Check out this day from the east coast of Fujairahor you can hire yours and establish your own rhythm.

• For something unique this December, go to Sharjah excave from Kalba On the east coast during the weekend or December 14 to 15 for the opening Adventure Festival in December 14-15 For 2 days to celebrate in a wide variety of outdoor adventures and full of nature. All activities are included in their entrance, with the opportunity to participate in aquatic sports, hiking, mountain cycling, yoga sessions and outdoor survival skills sessions.

• Take a Desert safari -The fresher climate makes it the perfect moment to go out in an adventure of Dune-Hasta, or if you prefer a quieter way to enjoy the desert, with an ecological approach, make a trip to the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve.

Higher Council: Stay near the Yes Hatta Fort Hotel To make a full weekend, or enjoy luxury glamping under the stars in Hatta Resorts – Offer bubble domes to caravans and luxury mountain cabins.

• One day trip to Abu Dhabi – There is no better time to visit Abu Dhabi than in the freshest winter months. The month of December is particularly special, since it will experience the special events that surround the day of the Union, as well as the Christmas festivities, from Winter Fest in Yas Island to the special theme of the theme park in Warner Bros World, Seaworld and Ferrari World for the winter season. Do not miss the exhibition of public art Manar Abu Dhabi that happens this winter.

• Look for Souk Madinat Jumeirah – One of the most festive places to visit in Dubai in December. Madinat Jumeirah Festive Market Annual is one of the best in the city, with the Burj al Arab that provides a beautiful backdrop for its delicious Christmas tree.

Dubai with children in December 2025

This is a fabulous era of the year to visit Dubai with his family, however, as we have mentioned, it is also one of the most extenious moments to visit, and the accommodation is reserved in popular places.

We suggest that families look at the Apartment Reserve with Services or Airbnb: We have selected our favorite Dubai family apartments options Here, or go everything if you are in a large group and Reserve a family villa with a pool!

There are abundance activities for families to enjoy; Here are some suggestions for December:

• Turn through Mushrif Park – A small jewel hidden on the outskirts of the city is Adventure parks -Hight strings and zip lines through the almost forest Mushrif Park. Ideal in winter, when aquatic parks are cooling a little, but their children still because an active adventure, apart from the occasional that the Emirates flight lands on their heads, you think you are in the city! Look at the session times and prices here.

• Exciting rollers in Motiongate – Home of the most exciting Russian mountains in the Middle East, Motiongate, part of the Dubai Parks & Resorts Complex on the western side of the city, he is a favorite of the Our Family. The walks cross all ages and interests, from the Giant Dreamworks of Interior to Lionsgate and the exciting walks of the hunger games. Stay Lapita complex ORPÍN Rove in the park and get the tickets from your theme park included or see the I spend a day here.

• Catch a Drones show – As part of the Dubai Purchasing Festival, the DSF drone show It will appear between JBR and Bluaters Island from January 8 to 14, 2024.

You can find ours Complete family guide from Dubai with more than 80 suggestions on family activities in Dubai Gentleman.

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