Planning a festive Christmas Day feast with the whole family? Dubai's top restaurants pull out all the stops on December 25 — festive buffets, live music, kids' entertainment, and a very special visit from Santa Claus. Here are five of the best Christmas Day brunches in Dubai, all running 1pm–4pm on December 25.
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1. Al Habtoor Polo Resort — Festive Fun on the Polo Terrace
From AED 549 — Thu 25 Dec, 1pm–4pm | Wadi Al Safa
Spend Christmas Day surrounded by lush greenery on the Polo Terrace, complete with a festive buffet, live entertainment, and Santa Claus handing out gifts to little ones. Expect a warm, family-friendly atmosphere with plenty to enjoy for guests of all ages.
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2. Armani Mediterraneo — Christmas Inside the Burj Khalifa
From AED 555 — Thu 25 Dec, 1pm–4pm | Armani Hotel Dubai
Celebrate the holiday inside the world's tallest tower with a lavish Downtown-style brunch. While parents enjoy gourmet dishes and live music, kids get their own festive activities and a Santa meet-and-greet — a truly iconic Dubai Christmas setting.
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3. Boardwalk — Creekside Italian-Style Christmas Brunch
From AED 495 — Thu 25 Dec, 1pm–4pm | Dubai Creek Resort
Enjoy Christmas by the water with an Italian-inspired festive brunch. Expect hearty dishes, live music, kid-friendly activities, and Santa dropping by to spread holiday cheer — all framed by beautiful Dubai Creek views.
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4. Dukes The Palm — Classic Christmas With Games and a Live Band
From AED 449 — Thu 25 Dec, 1pm–4pm | Great British Restaurant, Palm Jumeirah
The most affordable pick on this list still delivers big on festive fun: a generous buffet, holiday games, piñata fun, a live band, and an exciting Santa visit. Great for families looking for an energetic, lively Christmas Day outing on the Palm.
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5. The Ritz-Carlton JBR — Festive Luxury by the Beach
From AED 699 — Thu 25 Dec, 1pm–4pm | The Ritz-Carlton JBR
One of Dubai's most iconic Christmas Day brunches returns with live cooking stations serving cuisines from around the world. Kids will love the face painting, bouncy castle, and Santa's grand traditional arrival — all steps from the beach at JBR.
