☔️ First Rainfall, Road On Fire & NYE Prep Underway ✨

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December 14, 2025

Residents woke up this morning to the wonderful smell, sight and sound of rain 🌧️ The first of the season AND hopefully it won’t be the last!

FINALLY WEEKEND!

WEEKEND HOTLIST: Movie-Inspired Dinners, Japanese Wonderlands, Arabian Festivals & Much More! 😍

Looking for your next weekend plan? Here’s everything rounded up for you from murder mystery nights, classic movie-inspired dinners, Japanese wonderlands, to a bonus experience by the end that you’d DEFINITELY LOVE.

  • 9. Solve a dinner-time murder mystery on the QE2: Dinner With A Clue returns to the QE2 with an immersive murder mystery where a man is poisoned, his wife is accused, and absolutely nothing adds up 👀

  • 8. Eat-along with iconic films at Riviera: Each dish arrives in perfect timing with key moments on screen, from Dubarry soup and Sweet Bread à la Gusteau to a grown-up take on the movie’s iconic ratatouille 🍛

  • 7. Dubai says Konnichiwa: Japan Culture Con is back for Season 2, and it’s bigger, bolder, and packed with everything you love about Japanese culture 🎎

  • 6. Barkfest at Barasti Beach: If you love dogs and beach vibes, Barkfest at Barasti Beach is your weekend jackpot 🐾

  • 5. Watch over 150 shooting stars in Dubai this weekend: The Geminids meteor shower is lighting up the skies this weekend, promising up to 150 shooting stars per hour under dark, clear skies ✨

  • 4. Arabian Days Festival 2025 at Manarat Al Saadiyat: Celebrate Arabic language, culture, and creativity, with a festival that kicks off with some reallyyy iconic live performances 😍

  • FIND THE TOP 3 HERE!

SHARABLES

🍿Sharable bits and tips! 

  • ‼️Dubai Police saw a video of a man setting a road on fire during a birthday celebration stunt. He was identified, fined, and the vehicle was impounded! 🚨

  • The Burj Khalifa lights & lasers have been installed in preparation for the New Year's celebratiiiooonnn 🎉 

  • Props to the security team for ensuring the dress code in malls is followed 👏

  • After a video went viral showing a fake QR code scam on a Parkin info pole, RTA and Parkin released a statement to alert residents ⚠️

  • Everybody, say hello to the first raindrops of the 2025 winter season ☔️

Al Habtoor City Is Turning Into Dubai’s Dreamiest Festive Wonderland ❄️

Al Habtoor City is officially stepping into its festive era, and it’s looking dreamy. This year, Al Habtoor Palace Dubai, Hilton Dubai Al Habtoor City, and V Hotel Dubai are transforming into a glittering wonderland of holiday cheer with cosy winter gardens, gorgeous afternoon teas, festive feasts, and dazzling New Year’s Eve countdowns. Whether you’re craving a family-friendly day out, a boujee Christmas brunch, or a glamorous NYE night, the celebrations here are going big… and then going even bigger.

From refined teas at Al Habtoor Palace to retro NYE parties at Ribs & Brews, plus Latin-style Christmas celebrations at Zoco, there’s truly something for every festive mood. Sparkling lights, gourmet menus, kids’ activities, spa days, and standout moments are filling every corner of the city’s most magical trio of hotels. If you’re planning to go all out this December, this is where the holiday glow-up begins.

✨ Main Details:

🎄 Winter Garden (Dec 1–31) – Family-friendly escape with kiosks, treats, and kids’ play area
☕ Merry Magic Afternoon Tea (Dec 1–31) – AED 225 at Sidra & Tea Garden
🍽️ Christmas Eve Dinner (Dec 24) – Four-course dinner, AED 450
🎅 Christmas Day Brunch (Dec 25) – AED 495–695
🥩 NYE at World Cut Steakhouse (Dec 31) – AED 750–1,250
💆 Spa’liday Treatments (Dec 1–31) – Massages, scrubs, facials
🍰 Festive Treats (Dec 1–31) – Sweet delights at Hilton Lobby Lounge
🦃 Turkey Roast (Dec 24–25) – AED 155–250 at Ribs & Brews
🛍️ Turkey To-Go (Dec 1–31) – Whole turkey for 6–8 people
🍵 Winter’s Charm Afternoon Tea (Dec 1–31) – AED 225
👧 Holly Jolly Kids Club (Dec 24–25) – Games, activities, Santa visit
🍴 Christmas Day Brunch at The Market (Dec 25) – Big family-style spread
🎉 NYE Buffet (Dec 31) – Music, food, festive fun
💿 80s NYE Party at Ribs & Brews (Dec 31) – Retro party vibes
🍳 Recovery Breakfast (Jan 1) – Comfort food + Bloody Mary option
🌶️ Zoco Noche Buena Dinner (Dec 24) – Latin Christmas dinner, AED 290–390

Locations: Al Habtoor Palace Dubai, Hilton Dubai Al Habtoor City, and V Hotel Dubai.
Dates: From today until December 31, 2025.
Book: https://www.alhabtoorcity.com/en​

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How and why are people doing more stunts like this? 🤨

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