Your ultimate weekend guide in the UAE, Dec 19 to 21, 2026.
Experience this immersive dinner
Dinner and a show gets a spellbinding upgrade with The Magic Table, the immersive dining concept landing at Andaz Dubai The Palm from December 18. Created by famed illusionist duo The Clairvoyants, this two-hour experience turns the dining table into a stage, blending cinematic storytelling, interactive magic and a refined five-course menu that unfolds trick by trick. Expect dishes such as crab salad, smoked duck breast and slow-cooked A5 Wagyu short ribs, followed by a chocolate marquise finale, all enjoyed as 3D visuals and live illusions play out right before your eyes. Hosted Wednesday to Sunday with two nightly sittings at 6pm and 9pm, and limited to just 40 guests per show, this is one reservation guaranteed to surprise, priced from Dhs620 per person, with premium and child-friendly options available.
For more information visit themagictable.com
Enjoy a special floral workshop
Guided by the special TSVIT florist at Brunch & Cake, they are hosting a special hands-on Christmas bouquet workshop with beautiful blooms, seasonal flavours and creative flair for holiday joy. This festive bouquet workshop focuses all floral materials, one festive beverage (Peppermint Mocha or Iced Peppermint Mocha), and one dessert (Matcha Gateau, Hazelnut Paris-Brest, or Mango Passion Cheesecake).Priced at Dhs335, it takes place on Friday, December 19, from 4 to 6pm.
For more information visit here.
Visit this exclusive bar
Evenings at The St. Regis Bar, The St. Regis Dubai, The Palm have been quietly elevated with the unveiling of its newly reimagined space, where classic glamour meets modern Dubai polish. The refreshed bar centres around a striking bespoke mural that tells the story of the city through symbols of nature, memory and movement, from the Ghaf tree and Arabian oryx to a kingfisher mid-flight, nodding to Dubai’s past while looking firmly forward. Plush textures, warm lighting and conversation-ready seating set the tone, while the cocktail list delivers with refined signatures such as Scarlett Whisper, Reverie and the smoky Islay Fog, alongside indulgent bar plates from Wagyu sliders to Dibba Bay oysters. It’s definitely a must-visit.
For more information visit marriott.com
Savour a festive afternoon tea
The festive season gets a refined update at One&Only The Palm, where the serene Lobby Lounge is hosting an elegant Christmas Afternoon Tea, perfect for lingering conversations and pre-dinner indulgence. Expect delicate pastries, spiced blends and beautifully crafted festive sweets, served in an atmosphere that feels quietly luxurious and effortlessly celebratory. Available from December 1 to January 7, between 2pm and 6pm, this is the kind of seasonal ritual best enjoyed slowly, with prices set at Dhs250 per person, or Dhs320 with bubbles. A polished pause in the midst of the holiday rush.
For more information visit oneandonlyresorts.com
Book a date night here
The newest restaurant in town, Tezukuri has just opened its doors. This Japanese-inspired haven focuses on crafting the finest handrolls, selecting the highest-grade nori to perfecting the rice, every detail matters. For a post dinner drink, the speakeasy, The Listening Room is the perfect haven for martinis, memories and music after dark. Located at The Courtyard, Opera Grand, Downtown, it’s open from Tuesday to Sunday 12pm to 12am and 7pm to 1am.
For more information visit sevenrooms.com
Unwind at this family-friendly brunch
Sundays call for something a little more indulgent, and Alizée at Banyan Tree Dubai is answering with Banyan Brunch Club, a chic, Riviera-inspired affair served every Sunday from 1pm to 4pm. Think long, lazy lunches with an à la carte spread that moves from a decadent seafood plateau and truffle-kissed beef carpaccio to Angus Café de Paris and butterflied seabass with caviar. Add Champagne mimosas, Bloody Marys, roaming trolleys (hello, Crêpe Suzette flambéed tableside), live terrace music, and a thoughtfully done kids’ corner, and you have a brunch that feels equal parts polished and playful. Packages start from Dhs495, making this your new reason to dress up on a Sunday, and stay a little longer.. Located at Alizée, Banyan Tree Dubai, Bluewaters, it takes place every Sunday from 1pm to 4pm.
For more information visit banyantree.com
Pamper yourself
The festive calendar is officially packed, and INSTAGLAM is making sure your beauty routine keeps up, without the salon detours. As Dubai’s go-to at-home beauty booking platform, INSTAGLAM brings hair, makeup, nails, men’s grooming, massage and body care straight to your door, courtesy of a rigorously vetted roster of top freelance specialists. Each session is tailored to your mood, outfit and occasion, whether that’s soft-glow minimalism, editorial glam or full festive sparkle, delivering a luxury, salon-level experience on demand. Trusted by global fashion and jewellery houses from Dior and Tiffany & Co. to Loro Piana and Chopard, and favoured by celebrity clients including Nancy Ajram and Yusra, INSTAGLAM blends convenience with red-carpet polish. This December, skip the traffic, skip the waiting, and step into every celebration looking effortlessly flawless.
For more information visit instaglam.com
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