Best Family-Friendly New Year Experiences in Dubai
To celebrate New Year’s Eve, very few locations match up to Dubai in terms of grandeur, thrill, and excitement. Entire families can have a blast in a fun-filled & safe environment. Brilliant fireworks, an overall festive spirit, and thrilling outdoor adventures make the celebrations suitable for everyone in the family, from 8 years to 80 years of age. Read on to know more about the best family-friendly New Year experiences in Dubai.
Fireworks & Fountain Shows at Burj Khalifa
This is possibly the most iconic celebration of the New Year in Dubai. The Downtown Dubai area around the world’s tallest building gets chock-a-bloc with families who start flocking here from the afternoon. And the adjoining Dubai Fountain gets brilliantly illuminated by synchronized laser lights, accompanied by soulful music. It’s a visual treat for the entire family.
However, if you want to be present at the best viewing spots, then reserve a table for your family in Souk Al Bahar or Dubai Mall. They also offer kid-friendly menus. But arrive early as the traffic scenario gets more and more chaotic as the evening proceeds towards night. Another option is to book New Year Burj Khalifa ticket and welcome the New Year from the world’s tallest building.
Dhow Cruise at Dubai Creek or Marina
The relaxing & peaceful cruise on a traditional dhow is among the most popular activities that families love to indulge in the dhow sails on along the placid waters. You can enjoy live entertainment onboard, including a DJ. The New year dinner cruise Dubai is fabulous, accompanied by unlimited soft beverages. It’s a safe & enclosed environment for the kids. They would love to run around in the deck from where you can enjoy unobstructed views of the festive city. Enjoy the beautiful shows with your entire family.
Desert Safari Under the Stars
Celebrate the coming year with your family in a different way this time – away from the hustle and bustle of the big city, in the lap of nature. Head for the desert outside Dubai in sturdy SUVs. The vibes would be festive as well as thrilling. Enjoy some pulsating dune bashing, quad biking, and sandboarding. The kids & senior citizens can choose the more sedate camel safari. The lavish BBQ dinner at the desert camp would satiate your taste buds like anything! Any camp has exclusive kids’ zones as well. Celebrate the countdown as the clock ticks towards midnight.
Multicultural Shows & Celebrations at Global Village Dubai
Among the most popular family destinations in Dubai, Global Village wows you with its pavilions from a large number of nations, their diverse and hugely attractive cultural performances, and the mouthwatering array of street foods from across the globe. And on New Year’s Eve, the countdown to January 1 happens multiple times – in keeping with the different time zones of the world! The kids would love the rides and games here, along with street performances & puppet shows. This family-safe destination offers clean & wholesome entertainment for everyone.
Fireworks Displays from the Beaches
On New Year’s Eve, the festive quotient of Dubai’s beaches goes up by several degrees! Visit early with your family & get hold of a nice picnic-cum-viewing spot. Let the kids run around & build sandcastles while you and the other grown-up members can relax on the beach. Open-air food trucks offer delicious cuisines. And at midnight, the splendid fireworks above Jumeirah Beach Residences, Bluewaters Island, and Burj Al Arab will simply take your breath away – along with the brilliant reflections on the sea waters. Kids would love the open spaces here. And since there are no entry fees, your pocket would also breathe easy!
Celebrations at Dubai Parks & Resorts
This place is like a dream come true for kids. They would love LEGOLAND with its array of Lego-inspired characters & building blocks. Motiongate is another top draw here. And on December 31st, various special parades and meet-and-greet with various comicbook & cartoon characters are organized that kids simply adore. You would love the fireworks here and also the early countdowns that don’t put stress on the kids by making them stay awake for long. There are various dining options here that also offer kid-friendly menus. Stroller-friendly walkways & a safe environment make this a most suitable family-friendly destination.
Celebration at Expo City Dubai
With its immersive pavilions, wide and clean open spaces, and kid-friendly attractions, Expo City is rapidly climbing up the charts as a family-friendly celebration venue. And on New Year’s Eve, this beautiful place is decked up brilliantly. Drone shows, a range of concerts, food festivals offering delicious cuisines, and superb fireworks create a fantastic ambience. The light shows at Al Wasl Dome and the viewing deck – Garden in the Sky – are also hot favorites with kids.
To conclude, Dubai doesn’t run out of family-friendly celebration venues. They are safe, hygienic, easily approachable – and offer loads of fun & enjoyment! You and your family will cherish the memories of these New Year celebrations forever.
