Friday Prayer Timings Changed, More Taxi Ride-Sharing & Cristiano In The House 🤩

T-15 days until it’s Christmas 🎄 It’s a wonderful time in Dubai, despite the lack of snow. But there are… lots of festive brunches 👀

CHRISTMAS BRUNCHING!

The 17 Best Christmas Brunches To Try In Dubai In 2025 🎄

Yes, yes… we know. There are a million Christmas brunch lists out there, each with 100+ places and every offer under the sun. So we’re making life a lot easier for you. Here’s a zero-nonsense Christmas Brunch list with only the fun, actually-useful bits listed down as pointers 🙌

Sooo, trust us, this is the only list you’ll need for finding that perfect Christmas Brunch experience for you in Dubai 🎄✨

1. Quiz and furry time at Tap & Grill: Keep the holiday fun going on December 26, 8–10pm with Tap & Grill’s Boxing Day Quiz. You also get to celebrate Christmas Day with your four-legged friends from 1–4pm 🕓

2.  Festive Turkey Takeaway at The Grazer: Includes a 5–6kg glazed turkey, herb stuffing, roast potatoes, seasonal veg, cranberry compote, dinner rolls, and gravy. Skip the stress of cooking this time 👀

3. Decorate a gingerbread house and take it home from BAI Bar & Terrace’s: Unlimited small plates, live cooking stations, themed festive drinks and a sharing dessert to top it all off – BAI Bar & Terrace is going all out 😮‍💨

4. Authentic Italian dining at TOTÓ Dubai: Serving Christmas the Italian way, with all the cosy, generous, family-style vibes. They’ve also got beautifully curated hampers if you need a last-minute gift 🎁

5. Roast & Toasts at the Crafty Fox Gastropub: On December 11th & 18th, celebrate with Bingo Bells. Enjoy two sittings with a complimentary glass of grape or pint of hops for adults as well 🍻

6. Christmas Day fun at the Palm Tree Court: Palm Tree Court turns into a snowy wonderland. Enjoy climbing walls, cookie decorating, adorableee petting zoos, and live entertainment & much more 😍

7. Atrangi’s special feast just for you: Ritu Dalmia is taking Christmas dining up a notch with a Michelin-starred experience at Jumeirah Al Qasr. Guests can start the night with a magical abra ride, then settle in for a multi-course feast inspired by dishes made by moms and grandmas of India 🥹

8. FIND OUT MORE PLACES TO BE AT THIS CHRISTMAS - HEREEE! 🎊

SHARABLES

🍿Sharable bits and tips! 

• FYI: Friday prayer timings across the UAE are changing starting January 2026 🕌 

• RTA is extending the taxi ride-sharing trial to more locations for the next 6 months 👏

• A Dubai resident suffered 3 spinal fractures after an e-scooter accident.

• @cristiano's got a friendly match coming up today in Abu Dhabi ⚽️

This Is Your Last Chance To See Arijit Singh Live In Abu Dhabi!

Get ready to witness pure musical magic, because Arijit Singh is about to set Abu Dhabi on FIRE! 🔥

Bollywood’s most beloved voice will take over Etihad Arena, Yas Island, on Friday, December 19, and trust us, this is THE concert people will be talking about for years. From the soul-shaking “Tum Hi Ho” to viral favourite “Kesariya,” the heartbreak anthem “Channa Mereya” to the timeless “Gerua,” Arijit is bringing EVERY emotion back to the UAE for a one-night-only musical spectacle. Presented by Pantheon Development, this initiative by Midas Events & Eva Live Middle East will unite fans from across the subcontinent, all thanks to a voice that has become a household legend.

📍 Where: Etihad Arena, Yas Island
🗓️ When: Friday, December 19, 7 PM
🎫 Tickets: Almost SOLD OUT via Etihad Arena

TAKE A LOOKSIIEEE

• On February 6, the Coca-Cola Arena will explode with Honey Singh energy as he opens his My Story World Tour… a tour he calls his musical autobiography 🕺

• Hudayriyat Island is rewriting the playbook on what waterfront living in Abu Dhabi looks like. And folks are loving it! 🏝️

• It is widely known that cigarette smoking is harmful, yet there are over one billion smokers in the world today.

• The Doha International Music and Marching Festival (Doha Tattoo) is finally here! This exciting event will take place from December 16 to 20, 2025, at the Katara Cultural Village. Prepare for a spectacular celebration of rhythm, music, and cultural exchange 🇶🇦

🎉Ring In The New Year In Style At Hilton Dubai The Walk!

🎉 New Year’s Eve 2026 at Hilton Dubai 🎇

🎀 Villa Verona – A Taste of Italian Elegance Under the Stars
Ring in 2026 with a 5-course Italian feast paired with premium drinks and live entertainment. Choose indoor or alfresco settings for a magical night of food, music, and sparkle!
Deets! 👇
Location: Ground Floor, Hilton Dubai Jumeirah
Time: New Year’s Eve Celebrations
Prices:
Indoor Soft AED 900 | Indoor House AED 1,200
Outdoor Soft AED 1,200 | Outdoor House AED 1,500
Kids (6–12): Indoor AED 600 | Outdoor AED 800
Kids below 6 dine free

🎀 Trader Vic’s JBR – A Tropical Tiki Countdown
Exotic cocktails, a high-energy Latino band, beachfront fireworks, and a party that goes till 3 AM… this New Year hits different!
Deets! 👇
Location: Mezzanine Floor, Hilton Dubai Jumeirah
Time: NYE Celebration till 3 AM
Prices:
Indoor Soft AED 900 | Indoor House AED 1,100
Outdoor Soft AED 1,100 | Outdoor House AED 1,400
Kids (6–12): AED 450
Kids below 6 dine free

🎀 Wavebreaker Beachside – BBQ, Beats, and Front-Row Fireworks
Feast beachside with a festive BBQ buffet, live band, DJ vibes, and stunning views of Ain Dubai’s fireworks display!
Deets! 👇
Location: Beachside, Hilton Dubai Jumeirah
Time: NYE Celebration
Prices:
Restaurant Seating: Soft AED 1,500 | House AED 1,750 | Kids (6–12) AED 750
Beachside Seating: House AED 1,950
Kids below 6 dine free

🎀 MarBar Rooftop – Skyline Seafood Soirée
A seafood buffet, festive sips, a live DJ, and panoramic views of the coastline—MarBar’s rooftop celebration is NYE at its finest!
Deets! 👇
Location: Rooftop, Hilton Dubai The Walk
Time: NYE Celebration
Prices:
Indoor Soft AED 1,250 | Indoor House AED 1,500
Outdoor House AED 1,750

🎀 Pure Sky Lounge – Glamour Above the Gulf
Sky-high elegance on the 35th floor with breathtaking views of fireworks over Ain Dubai. Choose terrace, indoor, sea view, or VIP for a luxurious night above the city!
Deets! 👇
Location: 35th Floor, Hilton Dubai The Walk
Time: NYE Celebration
Prices:
Marina Terrace: Brunch & House AED 1,100 | Indoor Seating AED 1,500 | Marine View AED 1,800
Palm Terrace: Brunch & House AED 1,100 | Indoor Seating AED 1,500 | Palm View AED 1,800
VIP Sea View AED 1,800

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People are so happy to hear that Friday prayer timings are back to the original time 🙏

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