If there were ever a time to pull out your sparkliest outfit, sip something warm and festive, and say, “Okay December… do your magic,” it’s now. And trust us—Al Hamra Residence & Al Hamra Village Hotel have wrapped up an entire season of joy, glitter, and deliciousness so perfectly, you’ll want to mark your calendars yesterday.
From tree lighting twinkles to laid-back BBQ vibes and full-on beachside New Year’s glamour, this year’s line-up is basically the festive equivalent of a blockbuster movie marathon—except with better food and zero ads.
Let’s unwrap the good stuff.
Festive Celebrations at Al Hamra Residence & Al Hamra Village Hotel
- 🎄 Christmas Tree Lighting: A magical kickoff with carols, treats, DJ & kids’ face painting.
Dec 12 • 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM • Fresca Pool • AED 55 (with Christmas High Tea) - 🔥 Christmas Eve Backyard BBQ: Festive grill vibes with live band & DJ — pure holiday chill.
Dec 24 • 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM • The Frisky Fox • A la carte - 🍽️ Christmas Eve Buffet Dinner: Traditional roasts + live grills + seasonal favorites.
Dec 24 • 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM • Social Kitchen & Market Place • AED 199 - 🎁 Christmas Day Special: Chef’s festive menu, live entertainment & dancing across two venues.
Dec 25 • The Frisky Fox: 1 PM onwards • Fresca Pool Bar: 5 PM onwards • A la carte - 🌟 New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner: Beachfront glamour with champagne reception, fire show, band, DJ & midnight fireworks.
Dec 31 • 7:30 PM – 1:30 AM • White Beach Bar • AED 599 (soft) / AED 799 (alcohol) - 🥂 New Year’s Eve After Party: Dance into 2026 with DJ, band, Tanoura dancer, LED show & belly dancer.
Dec 31–Jan 1 • 12:00 AM – 3:00 AM • The Frisky Fox • A la carte (Festive Menu)
Christmas Tree Lighting
Kick off the holiday season like you mean it! The iconic Tree Lighting Ceremony is back—bigger, brighter, and jollier than ever. Expect Christmas carols that instantly put you in your feelings, yummy treats you won’t be able to resist, a live DJ to keep your feet tapping, and face painting for the little ones (and honestly, anyone who’s feeling whimsical).
Date: Friday, 12 December
Venue: Fresca Pool
Time: 5pm – 7pm
Price: AED 55* (includes Christmas High Tea Menu)
Christmas Eve Backyard BBQ
Gather around for a chilled-out, flavor-packed backyard BBQ where the grills stay hot, the music keeps flowing, and the vibes are cozy, merry, and unmistakably Christmassy. With live music from a talented band and a DJ, the only thing you’ll be worrying about is which festive drink to try next.
Venue: The Frisky Fox
Time: 4pm – 8pm
Price: A la carte
Christmas Eve Buffet Dinner
This is the kind of dinner your stomach will be dreaming about. Indulge in everything from juicy roasts to perfectly grilled bites and seasonal favorites that taste like holiday joy.
Venue: Social Kitchen & Market Place
Time: 6:30pm – 10:30pm
Price: AED 199*
Christmas Day Special
Round up your family and call your foodie friends—Christmas Day at The Frisky Fox and Fresca Pool Bar is all about Chef’s Specials, festive flavors, live entertainment, and dancing without judgment. (It is Christmas after all.)
Venue: The Frisky Fox & Fresca Pool Bar
Time:
- The Frisky Fox – 1pm onwards
- Fresca – 5pm onwards
Price: A la carte
New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner
Picture this: the beach under your feet, the Arabian Gulf shimmering next to you, a glass of champagne in your hand, and a night packed with show-stopping entertainment—fire shows, LED acts, tall walkers, belly dancers, a live band, DJ, and more. And just when you think it can’t get better… BOOM. Record-breaking fireworks at midnight.
Venue: White Beach Bar
Time: 7:30pm – 1:30am (Buffet 8pm–11:30pm)
Price:
- AED 599* with soft drinks
- AED 799* with alcoholic beverages
New Year’s Eve After Party
Start 2026 the only acceptable way—dancing like nobody’s watching at The Frisky Fox! Enjoy bubbly, a live DJ, band, Tanoura dancer, LED show, belly dancing, and all-night hype until 3am.
Venue: The Frisky Fox
Time: Midnight – 3am
Price: A la carte (Special Festive Menu)
Contact & Location
Phone – +971 56 818 1879 | +971 54 584 2275
