It’s the season to celebrate, and Habtoor Palace, LXR Hotels & Resorts invites you and your loved ones to unwrap the festivities in style.

Festive Garden Market

Explore an enchanting winter wonderland of festivities brimming with dazzling decorations and holiday carols in Habtoor Palace’s beautiful Versailles Gardens. From spectacular activities including fun rides for the little ones to a delicious Yuletide of traditional delights, the festive market comes alive with fun and flavor for everyone to enjoy. Entry to the Festive Garden will be complimentary and pets will also be allowed with presence of their owners. Open daily from December 4 – 21, 3pm to midnight with music from 3pm – 6pm, and Santa arriving at 6pm sharp.

Kids Gingerbread Decorating Classes

On December 15 and 22, kids will help themselves together with a chef to learn how to decorate gingerbread house. After they finish the decoration class, they will be served kids afternoon tea. Parents can order either A La Carte or enjoy the festive afternoon tea. Booking is required. Priced at AED 165 per child from 2pm to 5pm.

Festive Hampers

A gift that keeps giving, Habtoor Palace’s Festive Hampers have something for everyone. Prices start from AED 250 and are available in two sizes. Please visit BQ – French Kitchen & Bar’s Patisserie to purchase hampers. Inside, you’ll also find everything from Stollen cakes to gingerbread houses and Büche de Noel, available daily.

A White Afternoon Tea

Sip and savour cherished moments with Sidra lounge’s festive afternoon tea. Delight in an exquisite assortment of delicate finger sandwiches, warm scones and hand-crafted French pastries complemented by holiday beverages including a unique Christmas tea blend by Dammann Frères. With packages starting from AED 225 per adult and AED 110 per child, from 3pm to 6pm.

CHRISTMAS EVE

World Cut Steakhouse

Give Christmas Eve a discerning twist filled with an extensive menu of traditional flavours. Indulge in a sumptuous fourcourse culinary journey at World Cut Steakhouse and enjoy a delicious spread of signature delights. Priced at AED 370 for a four-course set menu.

BQ – French Kitchen & Bar

Delight in a sumptuous four-course menu at BQ – French Kitchen & Bar’s, the charming ambiance and rich cuisine is yours to discover. Priced at AED 260 per person inclusive of a four-course set menu.

CHRISTMAS DAY BRUNCH

On December 25, escape to a wonderland of festivities, buzzing with dazzling décor and a large helping of holiday magic. Set amidst the Festive Gardens, savour a BBQ style brunch filled with seasonal favorites and signature specialties like an oyster and smoked salmon bar, a carving station and an extensive selection of desserts. From holiday-themed activities to a live band and an exciting kids’ corner, Christmas Day plans are set. Brunch packages start at AED495 with soft drinks. Children 4 – 12 receive 50% off and children below 4 are complimentary. Brunch will start at 12.30pm till 3.30pm.

NEW YEAR’S EVE

World Cut Steakhouse

Take a joyful bite out of the Big Apple with World Cut Steakhouse’s New Year’s Eve celebrations. Set amidst exciting settings, savour a four-course set menu of signature flavours and the finest beverages. Packages start from AED 550 with non-alcoholic be verages from 7pm to 11pm, while children under 12 are not permitted. The event takes place from 7pm to 2am.

BQ – French Kitchen & Bar

Toast to the old and the new with the decadent opulence of Habtoor Palace’s New Year’s Eve Gala dinner. Relive all the memories while indulging in a show-stopping menu of discerning cosmopolitan flavours, signature dishes and beverages spread across BQ – French Kitchen & Bar. As the night sets in and the countdown to 2019 revelries begin, ring in a fabulous new year in style. Packages start from AED 450 inclusive of non-alcoholic beverages from 7pm to 11pm. Children under 4 years dine complimentary, and there’s 50% off for children 4 to 12 years. The event takes place from 7pm to 2am.

For more information,call +971 4 275 1542 or visit alhabtoorcityhotels.com/festive. To see more from Habtoor Palace, check out the video below: