There’s nothing quite like New Year’s Eve in Dubai. Get ready to dazzle, dine, and dance into 2025 in the city that never sleeps! The festive season is coming in HOT, and it’s that time of year again to start prepping your New Year’s Eve plans.

We’ve curated a list of the hottest events and experiences to make your New Year’s Eve in Dubai one to remember!

Party all night long with Lionel Richie

Ring in 2025 in style with Lionel Richie! This is your chance to join the exclusive New Year’s Eve Gala with a luxurious buffet, free-flowing bubbly and unlimited premium drinks. Dance the night away to his greatest hits under the stars, plus you can expect a dazzling fireworks display.

Limited tickets remain, so make sure to secure your spot now!

Lionel Richie live at Atlantis, The Palm. Doors open from 6pm till late. @atlantisthepalm

Tickets are available from Dhs4,500.

Party with Joel Corry at Zero Gravity

Calling all party animals! Dance the night away at Zero Gravity with DJ Joel Corry, the mastermind behind hits like “Head & Heart” and “Out Out”, plus a string of still-to-be-confirmed headliners. Prepare for high-energy beats, surprise headliners, and an unforgettable New Year’s Eve bash.

Get your tickets now here!

Zero Gravity, Al Sufouh, near Sky Dive Dubai, daily from 10am to late. @zerogravitydubai

Early bird tickets start from Dhs199 & VIP tickets with all-inclusive food and drinks start from Dhs999.

Caribbean vibes at Tamoka

Tamoka is serving up a Caribbean New Year’s Eve extravaganza you won’t want to miss. Spoil yourself to a five-course sharing menu with endless drinks (including bubbly!), all while grooving to hot beats with a breathtaking view of the fireworks. 

This party promises good vibes; book here!

The Ritz-Carlton, JBR, 8 pm-12 am. @tamokadubai

Tickets from Dhs1,140 (bites and beverages), Dhs1,550 (indoors), Dhs2,290 (terrace).

And don’t forget the Yacht parties!

Gather your besties and charter a private yacht with Xclusive Yachts to create your own exclusive party experience. Customise your menu, music, and décor, or let Amwaj Al Bahar’s expert crew handle all the details—it’s up to you!

Xclusive Yachts – Yacht Rental Dubai, Al Hubob St – Dubai Marina. @xclusiveyachts

So, what are you waiting for? Start planning your epic New Year’s Eve in Dubai adventure, and get ready to ring in 2025 in style!

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    A globetrotting journalist with experience working in newsrooms in Sydney and London, Jess brings her global social savvy to the world’s most Instagrammable city – Dubai. Buckle up, Gen Z, because Jessica is here to decode the digital drama and turn you into a news ninja, one viral post at a time.

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Jessica Blanchard

Jessica Blanchard

A globetrotting journalist with experience working in newsrooms in Sydney and London, Jess brings her global social savvy to the world’s most Instagrammable city – Dubai. Buckle up, Gen Z, because...