Best Family-Friendly Christmas Day Brunches in Dubai & Abu Dhabi 2026
Where to Celebrate Christmas Day with the Whole Family
by Carys
Christmas Day is for good food, quality time with family and watching the little ones enjoy all the festive excitement, plus not spending hours in the kitchen! This year, leave the planning to Solutions Leisure Group and make the most of the celebrations.
From festive brunches with plenty of entertainment for the kids to leisurely lunches for the whole family, we’ve rounded up the best places to spend Christmas Day in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
Christmas Day Brunch at Asia Asia Dubai Marina
Asia Asia Pier 7 is putting an Asian spin on Christmas lunch this year, trading the usual turkey and trimmings for a feast of Pan-Asian favourites. Perched above Dubai Marina, the restaurant is serving up a four-course sharing menu packed with flavours from across Asia. There’s free-flowing drinks for the adults, special pricing for younger diners and those incredible Marina views to enjoy between courses.
Friday, 25th December
Asia Asia, Pier
From 1:00 pm – 4:00pm
Four-course sharing menu + free-flowing beverages
Soft package – AED 325
House package – AED 475
Prosecco package – AED 575
Kids 0–4 free, 5–15 AED 200
Christmas Day Brunch at Asia Asia Palm Jumeriah
Asia Asia Palm has Christmas evening covered for families who aren’t quite ready for the day to end. After a morning of presents, excitement and all the usual Christmas chaos, head to Palm Jumeirah for a change of scenery and a four-course festive dinner. Starting from 5pm, settle in as the sun sets over the Palm and the evening unfolds, with a menu full of Asian favourites to work your way through. And the best part? Someone else is taking care of dinner.
Friday, 25th December
Asia Asia, Palm
From 5:00pm – 8:00pm
Four-course sharing menu + free-flowing beverages
Soft package – AED 325
House package – AED 475
Prosecco package – AED 575
Kids 0–4 free, 5–15 AED 200
Christmas Day Brunch at Papas
If there’s one thing Italians know how to do, it’s bring everyone together over good food! This Christmas Day, Papas is bringing that big, family-style celebration to Dubai Marina, with hearty favourites, live music and plenty of festive cheer. Expect generous sharing dishes, a lively atmosphere and all the warmth and hospitality of a traditional Italian Christmas.
Ula Christmas Day Brunch
Ula brings a touch of Mediterranean charm to Christmas Day, with its beautiful beachfront setting offering a relaxed escape from the usual festive rush. Picture a sun-soaked afternoon by the sea, a table filled with festive favourites and the whole family enjoying Christmas at their own pace. The sharing-style menu is made for enjoying together, with soft and sparkling packages available to keep the celebrations flowing. Christmas by the beach certainly has its perks!
Friday, 25th December
Ula, Palm Jumeirah
From 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Sharing menu + free-flowing beverages
Soft package – AED 450
Prosecco package – AED 650
Kids 0-4 free, 5-15 AED 225
Christmas Day Brunch at Asia Asia Abu Dhabi
Christmas at Asia Asia Yas Bay comes with a front-row seat to Abu Dhabi’s vibrant waterfront. Inside, the restaurant’s striking interiors and upbeat atmosphere bring a real sense of occasion to Christmas lunch. A four-course Pan-Asian menu offers a delicious selection of dishes for the whole family to enjoy, with the energy of Yas Bay adding to the festive excitement. It’s a wonderful excuse to get everyone together and make the most of Christmas Day in Abu Dhabi.
Friday, 25th December
Asia Asia, Yas Bay, Abu Dhabi
From 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Sharing menu + free-flowing beverages
Soft package – AED 450
House package – AED 600
Prosecco package – AED 650
Kids 0–4 free, 5–15 AED 200
Family Christmas Day Brunch at Central
Central brings a whole lot of fun to Christmas Day, making it a brilliant choice for families with kids of all ages. With its Downtown New York energy, festive workshops and arcade games, there’s plenty to keep little ones and teenagers entertained while the grown-ups enjoy the celebrations. Forget trying to keep the kids sitting still through a long Christmas lunch; this is all about getting everyone involved, making memories and enjoying a Christmas Day packed with fun from start to finish.
Friday, 25th December
Central, Yas Bay, Abu Dhabi
From 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Sharing menu + free-flowing beverages
Ages 5 – 12 AED 200
Ages 13-20 AED 200
Ages 21+ AED 350
Christmas Day Brunch
The Garden Project is going all out for Christmas Day, with over-the-top festive decorations, live entertainment and a packed programme of activities for the little ones. The Christmas brunch brings delicious food and free-flowing drinks into the mix, while the kids have their own festive fun to look forward to. It’s big on Christmas spirit, full of family-friendly entertainment and brings a taste of home to the heart of Emirates Hills. All the festive excitement, without having to host it yourself!
Friday, 25th December
The Garden Project, Emirates Hills
From 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Christmas brunch menu + free-flowing beverages
Soft package – AED 450
House package – AED 550
Prosecco package – AED 675
Kids 0–4 free, 5–15 AED 225
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