9 Christmas performances in Dubai to see this festive season

Written by:
Aarti Saundalkar
7th November 2021

Tis’ the season…

It’s finally that festive time of year where you dig out the Christmas decorations, place an order for a tree, list out gift ideas and make plans with your loved one.

While dinner plans and brunches fall under the last category on that list, don’t forget to add in some of these cool Christmas performances in Dubai that will truly put you in a jolly good spirit.

Here are 8 Christmas performances to catch in Dubai this festive season

Louna in Winterland

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When: November 26 and 27, December 4
Where: Theatre at Mall of the Emirates

The performance follows Louna as she decides to go back to Winterland. On her arrival, however, she finds out that her magical friend, the snowman has been melted by the sun. Louna and the citizens of Winterland decide to build him again in an adventure that includes interesting characters, catchy tunes and loads of fun – a perfect treat for the little ones. Prices start from Dhs75 per person.

Tickets can be purchased here.

Louana in Winterland, The Theatre at Mall of the Emirates, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai. Tel: (800) 663 6255. @artforalluae

Magic Phil’s Jolly Jingle

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When: December 10 to 11
Where: Theatre by QE2

If you’re looking for a great festive show the whole family will enjoy, head to the Theatre by QE2 for Magic Phil’s new festive show. Expect silliness, magic and a big pinch of audience participation – the perfect ingredients for belly laughs. Prices start from Dhs100.

Tickets can be purchased here.

Theatre by QE2, QE2, Port Rashid, Dubai. Tel: (0)58 838 3107. theatrebyqe2.com

The Laughter Factory’s ‘Best Christmas Party in the World, Ever!’

JIMMY MCGHIE

When: December 9, 10, 15, 16 and 17
Where: Several locations

The festive season in Dubai can put anyone in a good mood and if you want to heighten that feeling of euphoria, book yourself in for a stand-up comedy show. The Laughter Factory festive show is ideal for adults and will leave you feeling like a six-year-old on Christmas morning. Heading to Dubai in December to provide the belly laughs are Brad Upton, Chas Elstner and Jimmy Mcghie. Shows take place at four different venues around Dubai: Movenpick JBR Dubai, Zabeel House by Jumeirah The Greens, Grand Millennium Barsha Heights and Studio One Hotel.

For details and to make your ticket purchase, head here.

The Laughter Factory’s ‘Best Christmas Party in the World, Ever!’, four venues across Dubai. Show starts at 8.30pm. Tel: (0)50 878 6728. thelaughterfactory.com

Snow White & The Seven Dwarfs

SNOW WHITE

When: December 14 to 28
Where: Theatre at Mall of the Emirates

This December, a fun festive family pantomime, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs is taking place at The Theatre at Mall of the Emirates. The show has a brand-new script, tailor-made for Dubai and features much-loved aspects of the traditional panto such as crowd participation, larger than life costumes and songs for the whole family to sing along to. Prices star from Dhs175.