As 2017 draws to an end, and the City prepares to welcome 2018 in style, there is plenty of events and parties taking place throughout Dubai, that residents and guests alike are sure to enjoy.

December 31st shall prove Dubai to be the celebratory capital of the region with a range of exhilarating events taking place. Whether it’s an international experience, or a more formal food-focused experience, or those who want to spend the last night of the year on the dance floor, dazzling entertainment can be expected throughout the night at all venues.

Take a look at some of our perfect picks, to ensure you start the new year on the right note.

Casa de Tapas

Location: Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club

Offer: Buffet with Live Entertainment and DJ

Prices: AED 599 (Food and House Beverages) / AED 699 (Food and Sparkling Beverages)

Booking information: 04-416-1800 / reservations@casadetapas.ae

Ring in the new year in true Spanish style at the city’s most loved tapas bar and restaurant, Casa de Tapas. Tuck into a traditional Spanish fare and bring luck into 2018 with the 12 grapes tradition, eating a grape as each bell strikes to midnight. Dance to the tunes of a spectacular live band because no fiesta is complete without Flamenco music and dance. Keep your dancing shoes on through the night as the DJ spins the deck till the night concludes. Gain access to Cielo’s New Year Party under the sky from midnight until 3AM with an additional AED 150.

Cielo Sky Lounge

Location: Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club

Offer: Bar Package or Buffet with DJ Act

Prices: AED 450 (Party Package) / AED 750 (Night Brunch)

Booking information: 04-416-1800 / reservations@cielodubai.com

To celebrate everything that was 2017 and to welcome the New Year, Cielo is taking the revelry to an international level. The popular rooftop lounge will see globally recognized DJ Denis First on the decks for a ‘Made in Moscow’ themed party. Having headlined at some of the most memorable parties in Russia, Europe and Asia, the acclaimed DJ can be counted on to enthral guests and have them dancing under the stars, to his lively beats. The event will provide the perfect setting for a great night, encouraging diners to invite friends, plan striking party outfits, and choose between two special NYE packages- Party Package for only AED 450 (11.30PM – 3AM) and Night Brunch for AED 750 (9PM – 3AM).

Boardwalk

Location: Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club

Offer: Buffet and live jazz band

Price:

AED 450 4 course set menu and soft beverages

AED 590 4 course set menu with selected beverages

AED 690 4 course set menu with selected beverages and sparkling wine

AED 225 children between 4-12 years

Booking information: 04-295-6000 / creekdining@dubaigolf.com

For those looking to keep their feet planted firmly in Dubai, Boardwalk will be hosting a black and white themed New Year’s event, where guests can savour a sumptuous 4-course meal and bring in the New Year to the tunes of a live jazz band. The event is set to take place from 8pm to 1am.

Lakeview

Location: Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club

Offer: Buffet with fire show and live band

What: Fire Theme New Year’s Eve Celebration

Price:

AED 425 for international festive buffet and unlimited soft beverages

AED 575 for international festive buffet and unlimited house beverages

Booking Information: 04-295-6000 / creekdining@dubaigolf.com

Lakeview prepares to turn up the heat with its Fire themed event starting at 8pm and ending at 2am. Served up alongside the delectable array of international dishes on offer at the buffet will be the exhilarating performances of daredevil fire-eaters.

QD’s

Location: Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club

Offer: International buffet, live entertainment

Price:

AED 850 with International buffet, selected premium beverages and Creek side seating

AED 650 with an international buffet and house beverages

Booking information: 04-295-6000 / creekdining@dubaigolf.com

Since patrons can’t be at Mardi Gras, Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht club brings Mardi Gras to them from 8pm to 3am, through the carnival set to take place at QD’s. The iconic restaurant will come alive with vibrant carnival décor, intensifying the ambience through the presence of vivacious carnival dancers dressed in the famous feather and glitter-adorned attire.

Park Hyatt

Location: Dubai Creek

Offer: Gala Dinner

Price:

AED 1, 295 per person including beverages

AED 645 per child aged 6 -12 including soft beverages

Free for children below 6

Booking information: 04-602-1814 / dxbph-restaurantreservations@hyatt.com

Park Hyatt, the tranquil haven located at the heart of the vibrant Dubai Creek, will be inviting guests to dinner at the stellar venue to usher in the New Year, starting at 8pm. Diners will enjoy views of the elegant waterfront setting, overlooking the picturesque Marina until 3am. Savour a decadent array of international cuisine featuring an extensive selection of signature dishes from the world-class restaurants at the renowned Park Hyatt.

Wavebreaker

Location: Hilton Dubai The Walk

Offer: Dinner, concert and beach party

Price:

AED 750 per person (food only)

AED 1,300 per person for unlimited house beverages including live stations unlimited buffet, premium seating for The Gipsy’s concert and Beach Party access after dinner for NYE countdown.

Booking Information: 04-399-1111