Feast and festivities! Things to do for Eid Al Adha in Dubai
Rejoice! Residents of the UAE will be blessed with yet another long weekend. Eid Al Adha is just around the corner and that means it’s time to start planning how to celebrate this auspicious occasion. We have rounded up the best dining deals, staycation packages and things to do in Dubai during Eid Al Adha so you can spend the holiday making lots of happy memories.
With the holiday dates of Eid soon to be announced, eateries, hotels and attractions are prepping up to welcome guests in style. Here’s a list of all the fantastic activities you can enjoy with your friends and family.
THINGS TO DO IN DUBAI DURING EID AL ADHA 2023
If you are looking for Eid Al Adha activities in Dubai, we have you covered. Here are some of the best Eid Al Adha ideas, from luxurious staycations to restaurant deals and more.
EID FIREWORKS
Do you wish to watch the sky shine? During the Eid al Adha holidays, you can visit Dubai Festival City Mall and Dubai Parks and Resorts to see the amazing fireworks displays. Expect a multi-sensory laser, light, and water spectacular on Festival Bay on the second night of Eid. Or, visit Riverland Dubai if you’re taking the family to Dubai Parks and Resorts to see the sky lit up.
Dubai Festival City
- When: The second day of Eid
- Price: Free
Dubai Parks and Resorts
- When: 27th June to 1st July 2023, 07:00 pm
- Price: Free
ENJOY A FAMILY FEAST
A major part of any “Eid Al Adha things to do list” are restaurants, some of which are famous for their fabulous buffet spreads and set menus during Eid. Let’s take a look at some top restaurants that are gearing up to welcome diners during the festivities and the special deals announced so far.
ULTRA BRASSERIE
During the Eid Al Adha break, the farm-to-table restaurant at Marina Plaza is providing a 25% discount on its a la carte menu.
There are dishes like grilled salmon, chicken ramen, and cornfed chicken with roasted olives. Along with breakfast favourites like shakshuka and banana porridge, the menu also features a variety of fresh juices and smoothies.
- When: 27th to 30th June 2023, 6:30 am to 6:00 pm
- Price: Dishes from AED 35
- Address: Dubai Marina
- Contact: +971-4-420-4572
HILTON DUBAI JUMEIRAH
At the Hilton Dubai Jumeirah, Mango Tree Thai Bistro and Vero are offering a buy one, get one free brunch on Saturdays.
Asian cuisine is served at Mango Tree, which also offers a buffet with soups, salads, and live cooking stations that are influenced by Bangkok’s thriving street food culture.
Expect fresh seafood, including prawns, squid, and oysters, as well as pizza and spaghetti when dining at Vero, which serves Italian cuisine that regularly appears along the Italian coast.
- When: 1st July, 01:00 pm to 4:00 pm
- Price: from AED 189 at Mango Tree | From AED 299 at Vero
- Address: Jumeirah Beach Road
- Contact: +971-4-318-2999
A.O.C INTERNATIONAL BUFFET
Enjoy a delectable Eid Lunch Buffet at A.O.C. International Buffet. Their talented chefs select a wide range of tantalising delicacies to honour the rich culinary traditions of Eid Al Adha.
The menu, which features mouthwatering whole lamb ouzi along with flavorful shawarmas and savoury kebabs, will take your taste buds to the very heart of genuine Middle Eastern food. Also, there is a variety of delicious desserts, from traditional treats to contemporary takes on traditional Arabic sweets, to further enrich your dining experience.
- When: 28th to 30th June 2023, 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm
- Price: From AED 140 per person
- Address: Sofitel Dubai Jumeirah Beach, JBR
- Contact: +971-4-448-4733
PUNJAB GRILL
Punjab Grill will offer its customers an Eid Special Ala Carte Menu that is best shared with family and friends. Anari dahi bhalla, palak patta chaat, pani puri, and aloo papdi chaat are just a few of the delectable chaats available on the chaat plate. The menu at Large Plates includes delicacies such as Patiala shahi murgh and rain-e-Sikandari lamb shank nihari.
Enjoy the flavours and aroma of Dum Biryanis with Thalassery fish biryani, Kolkata mutton dum biryani, and Hyderabadi chicken dum biryani. Desserts like the sheer qorma, shahi baklava, and mango phirni are a delicious way to round off the celebration.
- When: 28th June to 2nd July 2023
- Price: From AED 30
- Address: Lobby Level, Anantara Hotel, Downtown, Business Bay
- Contact: +971-50-194-1107
PINCODE BY KUNAL KAPOOR
As Eid-al-Adha draws near, the celebrated Indian restaurant PINCODE by Kunal Kapur offers a special meal that perfectly encapsulates this momentous holiday. Enjoy a culinary journey that honours this historic occasion.
Enhance your Eid celebrations throughout the prolonged holiday with meals like Hyderabadi Haleem, a hearty stew made with lamb, lentils, and pounded wheat and seasoned with aromatic spices. Enjoy the reassuring Kashmiri delicacy of Chicken Yakhni Pulao, which consists of fragrant rice and slow-cooked chicken flavoured with yoghurt and spices and served with raita and sauce in a clay pot.
- When: 26th June to 2nd July 2023
- Price: From AED 19
- Address: First Floor, Next to Cinemas, Dubai Hills Mall
- Contact: +971-4566-1424
DHABA LANE
Dhaba Lane, a locally-owned Punjabi restaurant, has created a unique menu with all of the famous and traditional meals that families like and enjoy during Eid Al Adha.
The delectable assortment of Chaats, Starters, Mains, and Desserts is included in the expertly crafted Veg and Non-Veg Thalis (an Indian-style meal that contains a selection of diverse meals presented on a platter). Chef Harangad’s Jalandhari Raan Paratha is a culinary masterpiece that he created after setting out on a quest to discover a meal that perfectly encapsulated the spirit of the festival. It is one of the top Indian restaurants in Dubai.
- When: All day, 27th to 29th July 2023
- Price: AED 50 for Veg & Non-Veg Thalis | AED 90 for Special Jalandhari Raan Paratha
- Address: Karama | Garhoud | JLT
- Contact: +971-54-999-4251 (JLT)
MEZZERIE
Celebrate Eid Al Adha while enjoying Mezzerie’s fine culinary offerings. Relish a delectable lunch or dinner featuring a delicious lamb uzzi and savoury hot and cold mezze with bright Middle Eastern flavours. Make room for delicious desserts, including kheer and baklava.
- When: 28th and 29th July 2023
- Price: AED 260 for lunch | AED 280 for dinner
- Address: Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah
- Contact: +971-4-818-2153
OTHER ACTIVITIES
CHECK OUT THE EXCITING EID AL ADHA STAYCATION OFFERS
Wondering what to do for Eid Al Adha this year? Why not treat yourself and your family to a special summer staycation? From cosy hideaways to luxurious retreats, you can book exciting deals at the following hotels and resorts in Dubai.
ADDRESS BEACH RESORT
- Packages: Ultimate Eid Al-Adha Staycation
- Validity: Till 8th July 2023
- Cost: 35% discount on stay
- Contact: +971-4-879-8899
LAPITA, DUBAI PARKS & RESORTS
- Deal: Includes Half Board Dine Around at the hotel or selected outlets at the parks, Q fast pass, VIK badge provided for kids 0-12 years, and Kids Go Free (up to 12 years only)
- Validity: 28th June to 1st July 2023
- Cost: From AED 999
- Contact: +971-4-810-9999
We’ll keep updating this list of Eid Al Adha staycation deals in Dubai so that you pick the one that’s right for you!
GO FOR SOME RETAIL THERAPY
Interestingly, one of the biggest annual sales, “Dubai Summer Surprises,” coincides with the Eid holidays this time around. So what better way to spend your time than engaging in some retail therapy? You can find some fabulous offers on top brands, discounts on staycations, lots of entertainment and more. DSS will start on 29th June and will continue on 3rd September 2023.
LEGOLAND
A free annual pass to Legoland Water Park is provided by the Lego-themed park located within Dubai Parks and Resorts.
When purchasing a gold or platinum yearly pass to the primary Legoland theme park, families with children ages two to twelve can receive the complimentary water park pass. The yearly passes provide patrons access to both attractions’ 60 rides, slides, and play areas for a full year.
- Cost: From AED 595
- Date: Until Sunday, 10:00 am to 06:00 pm
- Venue: Dubai Parks and Resorts, Sheikh Zayed Road
FAQS
When is Eid Al-Adha in the year 2023?
Arafat Day is the second day of Hajj in the Islamic calendar and it occurs about 70 days after Eid Al Fitr. This year, Eid Al Adha is expected to begin on 28th June. The Eid holidays are likely to be from Thursday, 27th June, to Friday, 30th June. This means there would be a six-day long break!
Naturally, the denizens of Dubai are gearing up to make the most of these UAE public holidays.
However, note that the dates are subject to change depending on the sighting of the moon.
WHAT DEALS CAN I FIND IN OTHER EMIRATES?
There are several ongoing deals for staycations in Abu Dhabi that you can look at. Similarly, there are some excellent summer staycation deals in Ajman.
That’s all for our review of things to do over the long weekend when celebrating the Festival of Sacrifice. Just like any other year, Eid Al Adha will be celebrated with great enthusiasm across the Emirates in 2023.
For more updates on Eid Ul Adha activities and deals in the UAE, stay tuned to MyBayut.