Feel the Festive Spark

Christmas Comes Alive

Christmas 2026 feels a little more alive at Vida Hotels and Resorts. Days are made for getting together, evenings carry a little extra energy, and every celebration comes with the easy-going spirit Vida does best.

See the season light up at a Christmas tree lighting ceremony, get creative with gingerbread house making or slow things down over festive afternoon tea. Christmas Day brunch brings everyone back around the table, while turkey takeaway makes celebrating at home just as easy. Across Vida destinations, Christmas celebrations come with familiar traditions, fresh energy and plenty of festive fun.

The Countdown Starts Here

New Year’s Eve Celebrations

Ready to finish 2026 on a high? New Year’s Eve at Vida Hotels and Resorts brings Vida’s vibrant energy to the final hours of the year, with celebratory dining and countdowns made for good company.

Settle in for a New Year’s Eve fireworks gala dinner before watching the night light up with dazzling displays at midnight. As the clock moves closer to 2027, music meets merriment, and the countdown carries the celebrations straight into 2027. The next day, reset with a New Year’s detox brunch, bringing fresh flavours and an easy start to the year ahead.

Festive Feels, Fresh Beginnings

Keep the good times going from Christmas 2026 right through to New Year 2027. If finding the best Christmas celebration in Dubai, Umm Al Quwain, Sharjah, Bahrain, and beyond is still on the group chat agenda, Vida Hotels and Resorts brings festive feasts, merry meet-ups and more reasons to make a day of it.


Christmas comes with that feel-good mix of familiar faces and time well spent together. Then, as the year winds down, the mood picks up, the music gets louder, and midnight brings that unmistakable feeling of starting fresh. From festive cheer to New Year energy, there’s plenty to look forward to all season long.

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Vida Hotels and Resorts brings a fresh feel to Christmas in Dubai, with festive dining, feel-good energy and plenty of ways to spend the day with your favourite people. Make it a long Christmas brunch, bring the family together or simply settle in for good food and great company, with celebrations across Vida’s Dubai destinations.

Christmas brunch at Vida Hotels and Resorts keeps things lively, laid-back and made for lingering. At Origins at Vida Dubai Mall, live entertainment and a dedicated kids’ activity area add extra energy to the afternoon, while The Courtyard at Vida Creek Harbour and The Courtyard at Vida Creek Beach set the table for cheerful Christmas brunches and catch-ups.

Christmas brunch buffets at Vida Hotels and Resorts are ready to make 25 December a long, leisurely affair. Head to The Courtyard at Vida Creek Harbour or Vida Creek Beach, or make your Christmas Day plans at Origins at Vida Dubai Mall, Vida Emirates Hills, or Vida Dubai Marina & Yacht Club. Pick your place, pull up a seat and let brunch lead the afternoon.

Christmas Eve dinner at Vida Hotels and Resorts takes a laid-back turn by the water. Start with a seasonal spread at Origins at Vida Beach Resort Marassi Al Bahrain, or explore delicious Christmas dining at Origins across Vida Dubai Mall, Vida Emirates Hills and Vida Dubai Marina & Yacht Club, alongside The Courtyard at Vida Creek Harbour or Vida Creek Beach. From city tables to seaside settings, Christmas comes with plenty to gather around.

For New Year’s Eve in Dubai, make the final night of 2026 fit your mood. Go big with a New Year’s Eve Dinner at the Banquet Terrace at Vida Dubai Mall, with Burj Khalifa fireworks lighting up the night. Catch the Creek-side buzz at The Courtyard at Vida Creek Harbour or Vida Creek Beach, or make your midnight plans at Origins at Vida Emirates Hills and Vida Dubai Marina & Yacht Club.

Vida Dubai Mall puts you close to the heart of the New Year’s Eve action, with a Gala Dinner at the Banquet Terrace to send off 2026. Settle in for a night of celebratory dining and countdown energy, with Burj Khalifa views adding an iconic backdrop as 2027 begins.

New Year’s Eve at Vida Hotels & Resorts brings big bites, bold beats and plenty of countdown energy. At Vida Dubai Mall, the Banquet Terrace Gala Dinner pairs Soft, House and Premium packages with a prime setting near the Burj Khalifa fireworks, while at Vida Creek Harbour and Vida Creek Beach, The Courtyard pairs international favourites with a DJ, drinks and poolside possibilities, with packages from AED 1,250 per adult and optional poolside seating for an additional AED 500 per person.


By the Marina, Origins at Vida Dubai Marina & Yacht Club brings food, music, and Marina views together, with packages from AED 399 per adult. At Vida Emirates Hills, Origins turns up the energy with a feast, DJ and live dancers, with packages from AED 699 per adult and optional caviar canapés for an extra touch.


Vida Beach Resort Umm Al Quwain takes the party to The Courtyard with a lavish buffet, music and entertainment, with packages from AED 999 per adult. Over at Vida Aljada, Origins serves a New Year’s Eve dinner buffet filled with festive favourites for AED 550 per person, including soft beverages.

Festive celebrations at Vida Hotels and Resorts are popping up across Dubai, Sharjah, Umm Al Quwain and Bahrain for 2026. Make Christmas plans at Vida Dubai Mall, Vida Creek Harbour, Vida Creek Beach, Vida Emirates Hills or Vida Dubai Marina & Yacht Club, head to Vida Aljada or Vida Beach Resort Umm Al Quwain, or switch city scenes for seasonal celebrations at Vida Beach Resort Marassi Al Bahrain.

Catch the Burj Khalifa fireworks from Vida Dubai Mall, count down with captivating Creek-side views at The Courtyard at Vida Creek Harbour or Vida Creek Beach, or welcome 2027 by the water with the New Year’s Eve Fireworks Gala at Origins at Vida Dubai Marina & Yacht Club, Vida Emirates Hills, or Vida Beach Resort Marassi Al Bahrain.

A family Christmas or New Year getaway at Vida Hotels and Resorts keeps the season exciting for every age, with family-friendly festivities and flexible children’s packages across several experiences. Look out for little extras, such as live entertainment and a dedicated kids’ activity area at the Christmas brunch at Vida Dubai Mall. For New Year’s Eve, Vida Umm Al Quwain offers a dedicated package for children aged 6 to 12, while at Vida Aljada, children aged five and under dine complimentary, and those aged 6 to 12 receive 50% off.

Many festive events at Vida Hotels and Resorts welcome little guests, with children’s packages and cheerful celebrations made for the whole family.

Christmas turkey takeaway is on the menu at Vida Hotels and Resorts, with festive feasts available from Vida Dubai Mall and Vida Creek Harbour for an easy Christmas celebration at home.

For a Christmas turkey delivery in Dubai at Vida Hotels and Resorts, it’s best to plan ahead. Vida Dubai Mall requires 48 hours’ advance booking and prepayment, so lock in your order early for an easy festive feast at home.

Festive offers at Vida Hotels and Resorts keep the calendar packed with seasonal sips and treats, including festive afternoon teas at Stage2 at Vida Beach Resort Marassi Al Bahrain, Stage 2 at Umm Al Quwain and at Stage2 at Vida Aljada. Christmas brunches and turkey takeaways keep the celebrations coming, before New Year’s Eve dinners close out 2026.

You don’t need to book a stay to join many Christmas and New Year’s Eve celebrations at Vida Hotels and Resorts. Simply check with your chosen venue for booking details, then secure your spot.

Book your Christmas or New Year’s Eve table directly with your preferred Vida Hotels and Resorts property. Choose your celebration, check the package details and secure your spot for the season.

Festive dining at Vida Hotels and Resorts is best booked early, especially for Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve. Plan ahead, pick your place and lock in your table before the festive calendar fills up.