It’s almost New Year’s Eve and there’s nothing better than seeing the kids get excited for the New Year.

Whether you’re planning to take them to see a show or dig into a foodie event, NYE 2021 is all about making memories with the whole family.

Looking for the ultimate things to do with the kids this New Year’s Eve? There are fun concerts, events and dinners to choose from.

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Events and concerts

Al Maryah Island concert and fireworks

Looking for a blockbuster concert to ring in the New Year with the family? Al Maryah Island is hosting three of the region’s most popular stars: Hussain Al Jassmi, Elissa and Balqees in a New Year’s Eve concert that everyone can enjoy. Head to the South Plaza to see them perform on Friday December 31 with a massive fireworks finale.
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From Dhs200. Fri Dec 31, 9pm-12pm. The South Plaza, Al Maryah Island abu-dhabi.platinumlist.net/event-tickets/82571/the-capital-celebrates-new-years-eve-with-hussain-al-jassmi-elissa-and-balqees?id_event_show=715145

Atif Aslam live in concert at Etihad Arena

Is your family fans of Bollywood? Mega star, Atif Aslam, is performing in Abu Dhabi for New Year’s Eve. He’ll be singing hits such as Dil Diyan Gallan, Tere Bin, Aadat, Daikhte Daikhte, Tajdare Haram, and many more.
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Fri Dec 31, 6pm-11pm. Etihad Arena, Yas Island www.pmeworld.com.

Sheikh Zayed Festival

If your family loves fireworks (plus loads of other fun activities) it’s a good idea to put the Sheikh Zayed Festival on your radar. The festival is attempting to set three Guinness World Records with the largest 40-minute fireworks display in terms of volume, duration and form this New Year’s Eve. Boom. There’s also a concert by Aida Al Menhali and Iraqi singer Aly Saber, plus a drone show to see.
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Fri Dec 31, open daily 4pm-midnight. Al Wathbah South (800 555).

Dinners

Urban Kitchen

Looking for a brunch to ring in 2022? Urban Kitchen in Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi has a spread of festive international cuisines that the whole family will enjoy. The soft drinks package starts from Dhs259, kids aged seven to 12 eat for Dhs129 and kids under seven eat for free.
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Dhs259 (soft drinks), Dhs449 (selected house beverages), Dhs129 (kids aged seven to 12), free (kids under seven). Fri Dec 31, 8.30pm-midnight. Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi, Sultan Bin Zayed The First Street (02 698 8137).

Hawksbill Restaurant

Countdown to midnight with your family at Dolphin Lawn in Saadiyat Beach Golf Club. Kids and big kids alike will enjoy unlimited barbecue and a gourmet basket full of surprises alongside beverages from Dhs285 for adults. Kids aged seven to 12 eat for Dhs143, and kids under seven eat for free. It’ll be a fun New Year’s Eve celebration in Abu Dhabi for families.
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Dhs285 (soft drinks), Dhs399 (house beverages), Dhs143 (kids aged seven to 12), free (kids under seven). Fri Dec 31, 9pm-3am. Saadiyat Beach Golf Club, Saadiyat Island (056 660 8780).

Hickory’s Restaurant

Celebrate the start of the year at Hickory’s Restaurant and enjoy a dinner with your loved ones starting from Dhs285. Kids aged seven to 12 eat for Dhs143 and kids below seven eat for free.
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Dhs285 (soft drinks), Dhs399 (house beverages), Dhs143 (kids aged seven to 12), free (kids under seven). Fri Dec 31 from 9pm. Yas Links Abu Dhabi, Yas Island (02 404 3077).

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