Your ultimate guide to celebrating Easter 2024 in Dubai
Easter is just around the corner! When you’re not hunting for Easter eggs, you can relish holiday cocktails, prix fixe specials, buffets and à la carte selections at the fantastic eateries in town. From tasty Easter roast dinners to delicious high tea and brunches, here’s our guide to celebrating Easter in Dubai.
When is Easter in Dubai?
When is Easter in Dubai? This year, Maundy Thursday falls on the 28th of March, with Good Friday on the 29th, Holy Saturday on the 30th, and Easter Sunday on the 31st. Find out how you can make the most of this year’s festivities.
Where to get Easter Roast in Dubai
You can’t discuss Easter without mentioning Easter Roasts and feasting with the family. Treat your taste buds to a delicious Easter roast dinner at the famous eateries in town. Whether you plan to stay in or dine out for Easter 2024, these are the places where you can find a sumptuous Easter Roast in Dubai.
The Stables
If you’re looking to celebrate Easter in one of the liveliest places in the city, The Stables is where you should be. One of the oldest British gastropubs in Dubai is hosting an Easter Sunday Extravaganza on March 31st, 2024, from 12:00 pm to 05:00 pm.
Their roast includes various meat options, from chicken to lamb, and sides such as honey roast vegetables, york puddings, duck fat roast potatoes and more. As a bonus, children under 12 get to have a traditional British Sunday Roast for free on Easter. How cool is that!
Easter roast in The Stables is priced at AED 110 for adults and AED 65 for children (free on Easter). Along with this delightful roast, you can also enjoy the Happy Hour prices for the drinks and a screening of the English Premier League (EPL).
- Cost: AED 110 per person
- Timings: 12:00 pm to 05:00 pm, March 31st, 2024
- Location: 32 Sheikh Zayed Road, Trade Centre 1, Dubai
- Contact: +971-54-417-7028
Goose Island Tap House
Enjoy a weekend roast and happy hour at Goose Island Tap House, one of the newer bars in Dubai. This Easter Roast will feature live stations with cuts of beef, lamb, chicken and pork alongside vegan options. Rest assured, you’ll have a plate filled with tasty trimmings, pudding and gravy.
The Goose Island Tap House is also child-friendly. For 30 minutes, kids can access the Kid’s Club and participate in a fun egg hunt. We recommend booking your table in advance, as Goose Island is a popular location amongst residents and tourists.
- Cost: From AED 195
- Timings: 12:00 pm to 06:00
- Location: FIVE Jumeirah Village
- Contact: +971-4-455-9989 (WhatsApp booking available), fjvd.dining@fivehotelsandresorts.com
THE CROFT
The Croft is a good option for a family roast on Easter. It is counted among the best British restaurants in Dubai for the brilliant flavours offered in each dish, making it a great destination for a special Easter Day roast. This savoury roast will have you savouring your meal for a while.
There are also kid-friendly activities, including a visit by the Easter bunny. At 03:00 p.m., kids can participate in the exciting Easter Egg Hunt and search for chocolate eggs.
- Cost: AED 150 per person for a traditional roast, add AED 125 for two hours of selected house beverage
- Timings: 12:00 pm onwards (March 31st 2024, Sunday)
- Location: Dubai Marriott Harbour Hotel & Suites, King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street, Dubai Marina
- Contact: +971-4-319-4000
Easter restaurant deals in Dubai
These restaurants are pulling out all the stops for Easter celebrations in Dubai. Here are some resident favourites.
Brunch at Lo+Cale
Lo+Cale offers a celebratory Easter brunch deal in Dubai in an impressive setting – Dubai Marina. Their specially curated Easter menu features an international buffet with juicy roasted meats and various drink options.
For the little ones, there is an exciting egg hunt and delicacies to enjoy. Head over to Lo+Cale for a family-friendly brunch with loads of great food.
- Cost:
- AED 175 per person (soft beverages)
- AED 275 per person (house beverages)
- AED 345 per person (Bubbles)
- AED 89 for children between 4 to 11
- Timings: 01:00 pm to 04:00 pm (31st March 2024)
- Location: Crowne Plaza, Al Yahoom Street, Dubai Marina
- Contact: +971-54-997-8599
Brunch with a view at McGettigan’s
Celebrate a wonderful Easter brunch at McGettigan’s with a view overlooking the Burj Al Arab and Madinat Canals. Rightly dubbed ‘Brunch with a View,’ this brunch on March 30th offers three-course meals and unlimited themed cocktails. There’s also an Easter Egg Hunt for some fun and laughter.
There are three packages available based on your choice of drink favourites. The first is AED 299 for house beverages, followed by AED 349 for bubbles and select draughts. Lastly, the AED 399 Super Premium package includes Guinness (Ireland’s favourite pint, a must if you’re in an Irish bar) and Two Stacks Whiskey.
- Cost: AED 299 (house bevs) | AED 349 (bubbles and select draughts) | AED 399 (super premium package)
- Timings: 30th March (Saturday), 01:00 pm – 05:00 pm
- Location: Souk Madinat Jumeirah
- Contact: +971-4-447-0219
Eggstravagant Easter Brunch at The Restaurant
The Restaurant at Address Sky View will host an Easter brunch that promises to satisfy all your cravings. The talented chefs at The Restaurant are creating a wonderful feast that includes a BBQ station with ribeye options, a pasta and risotto station, salmon, roasted lamb leg and more.
The best part of dining at The Restaurant is the stunning views of the Dubai skyline. Alongside the view, you will enjoy Easter music that adds to the charm.
And there’s more. There are quite a few activities for children hosted by The Restaurant, including face painting, egg hunt, craft workshops and a meet and greet with the Easter Bunny Mascot.
- Cost:
- AED 395 per person for Soft Beverages Package
- AED 495 per person for the House Beverages Package
- AED 696 per person for Premium Beverages Package
- Timings: 12:30 pm to 04:00 pm, March 31st
- Location: Level 2, The Address Sky View, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard – Dubai
- Contact: +971-4-873 8888
Brunch at Gastro Kitchen
If you’re seeking a garden setting, The Easter Sunday Brunch at Gastro Kitchen might be up your alley. It is located in the DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai Jumeirah Beach and has an adorable ambience with fairy lights and greenery.
While you enjoy your food, the young ones can participate in an Easter egg hunt, face drawing and Easter egg painting. And that’s not all! There is a separate food area just for toddlers so that you can enjoy your drinks in peace.
- Cost:
- AED 299 per person (Soft beverages)
- AED 399 per person (House beverages)
- AED 129 kids 6 to 12 years
- Timings: 01:00 pm to 04:00 pm (31st March 2024)
- Location: Gastro Kitchen, DoubleTree by Hilton Jumeirah Beach, The Walk, Dubai Marina
- Contact: +971-55-166-8092
Lunch at Twine Restaurant
Twine Restaurant in IBIS World Trade Centre Dubai has an exclusive Easter Set Menu. The venue is decorated for the festive occasion and offers many activities for little ones for Easter brunch in Dubai.
Along with the delicious dishes on the menu, Twine is focused on creating a memorable experience for children. Apart from an exciting Easter egg hunt, talented professionals will host face painting, egg painting and storytelling activities. The children can also explore the kid’s section and juice station, a fun way to engage them. Overall, this experience will have the family giggling and laughing.
- Cost: AED 250 for adults, AED 125 for children (under 12 years)
- Timings: 12:00 pm to 04:00 pm | Sunday, March 31st
- Location: IBIS World Trade Centre Dubai
- Contact: +971-56-860-7263 or twine.restaurant@accor.com
Dine at Raffles the Palm
Two restaurants at Raffles the Palm Dubai are hosting fun brunches to celebrate Easter with family. The first is at Le Jardin, which offers a family brunch with a delightful spread of international cuisine and Easter favourites. Children under the age of 6 have a complimentary meal.
The second Easter brunch Dubai is at Piatti by the Beach, where you can experience a Meditteranean brunch. Try the Colomba Pasquale, a traditional Italian Easter cake, along with other exquisite Easter dishes from the region.
- Cost at Le Jardin:
- AED 445 – Soft beverages package
- AED 545 – House beverages package.
- AED 645 – Premium Sparkling beverages package.
- AED 745 – Royal Bubbly beverages package.
- AED 185 – Children (6 – 12 years old).
- Cost at Piatti by the Beach:
- AED 490 – Soft beverages package
- AED 720 – Wine package
- AED 920 – Spirits beverages package.
- AED 1,500 – Champagne package.
- Timings: 01:00 pm to 04:00 pm, 31st March 2024
- Location: Raffles The Palm Dubai
- Contact: +971-4-248-8888
Il Pranzo di Pasqua at Isola Restaurant
Il Pranzo di Pasqua is Italian for Easter Lunch, which Isola Restaurant is set to host. This eatery has arranged a special Easter Weekend Lunch on the 31st of March in the authentic Italian way. Enjoy a fabulous Easter Lunch with all sorts of delicacies while the kids enjoy a fun egg hunt.
This Easter Lunch will have all the favourites from the Mediterranean, so go ahead and check it out.
- Timing: 01:00 pm to 04:00 pm(31st March 2024)
- Location: Jumeirah Islands Clubhouse
- Contact: +971-4-583-3124
BUFFET AT ERNST BIERGARTEN
Ernst Biergarten at 25hours Hotel Dubai One Central is hosting an Easter spread in traditional Bavarian style for the whole family.
Enjoy live food, fresh cuts and a children’s buffet. They will also host activities for the kids, including Easter egg hunts, face painting and egg painting. Children under six eat for free.
- Cost: from AED 200 per person
- Timing: 12:00 pm to 04:00 pm (31st March 2024)
- Location: 25hours Hotel Dubai One Central
- Contact: +971-4-210-2511
Other Easter Deals in Dubai
Here’s a list of other Easter offerings in Dubai that you can be a part of. From afternoon tea to spa deals, there’s plenty to explore.
Easter Egg Hunt in Dubai at Dubai Parks and Resorts
Dubai Parks and Resorts is hosting one of the region’s most exciting Easter Egg hunts! Called the Epic Eggventure, participants get to hunt for eggs, play games and dabble in crafts. And fret not – they have games for all age groups, including toddler egg hunts and family treasure hunts. The kids can also check out the craft zone and the petting zoo.
Besides the easter egg hunt, Dubai Parks and Resorts also offers brunch packages for the family at The Keg. Starting from AED 129, these packages give you access to the Egg Hunt and Riverland (participating in the Egg Hunt costs AED 25). Annual Pass holders will get free access to the event. You can purchase tickets for the egg hunt on the Dubai Parks and Resorts website.
- Cost: AED 25 for egg hunt and activities, brunch packages from AED 129
- Timing: 09:30 am to 01:00 am (30th March 2024)
- Location: Dubai Parks and Resorts
- Contact: +971-4-820-0000
Afternoon Tea at Blüthner Hall
And we’re back at Raffles The Palm for Easter in Dubai 2024! Enjoy an exquisite variety of sweet and savoury patisserie at an Easter-themed afternoon tea while sipping delicate blends or a glass of bubbly. The immaculate views offered by Raffles The Palm will have your soul swooning (or maybe it’s the champagne).
- Cost: AED 395 per couple | AED 595 per couple (with a glass of champagne)
- Timings: 24th March to 31st March
- Location: Raffles The Palm Dubai
- Contact: +971-4-346-6886
Afternoon Tea at The Lounge
The Lounge at Address Downtown offers a luxurious Afternoon Tea experience for Easter. Sip on the speciality tea and coffee picked by expert chefs and try the various sweet and savoury delicacies on the side. All this, while sitting in one of the most elegant settings of Address Downtown with a view of the stunning Dubai skyline and Burj Khalifa.
- Cost: AED 195 per person
- Timings: March 25th to 31st, between 03:00 pm and 07:00 pm
- Location: Address Downtown
- Contact: +971-4-4368-888
Easter Treat at Cinq Mondes Spa
Easter doesn’t have to be all about chocolate eggs, does it? Treat yourself to one of two decadent massages: the traditional 60-minute Moroccan or Turkish Hammam treatments at Cinq Mondes Spa. This Easter offer promises soft skin and relaxed spirits as professionals from the spa work their magic.
- Cost: AED 595 per person
- Offer duration: April 1st to April 31st
- Location: Raffles The Palm Dubai
- Contact: +971-4-248-8888
Get the best Easter Eggs at Mister Baker
If you’re considering hosting an Easter party at home, get yourself the best Easter treats at Mister Baker. This bakery offers special Easter cakes, including the Brown Bunny Cake, Bunny and Eggs Cake, and Easter Chocolate Egg Cake—all adorned with cute little bunnies and eggs. They also have special Easter cupcakes that are full of flavour and love.
- Cost: Cakes start from AED 158, cupcakes are priced at AED 105 for 4
- Location: 26 branches across Dubai, including Karama, DIP, JLT, Umm Sequim and more
- Timing: 07:00 am to 02:00 am
- Contact: +971-600-522-537
FAQs about Easter in Dubai
Will I need to book my Dubai Easter deals in advance?
Staycations and restaurant dining deals are popular during Easter. We recommend making your bookings in advance to avoid any inconvenience.
How is Easter celebrated in Dubai?
Residents and tourists visiting Dubai during Easter will find several cafes, restaurants, hotels and bakeries that offer Easter-themed offerings before, during or after the festive period.
Where can I attend Easter Mass in Dubai?
Attend Easter Mass at the St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Dubai. The mass on Easter Sunday will start from 05:30 am onwards. The principal celebrations of the Holy Week, including the Easter Vigil, will also be held at St. Joseph’s Cathedral UAE. You can contact the churches in Dubai for specific times.
That is all we have for you about Easter in Dubai. In addition to Easter celebrations, make sure that you check out the rest of the annual events for 2024 in Dubai.
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