Welcome 2027 by the Burj at Vida Dubai Mall

About Welcome 2027 by the Burj at Vida Dubai Mall

Vida Dubai Mall is one of the most stylish hotels in Downtown Dubai, and for New Year’s Eve 2026 it is throwing a gala dinner called Welcome 2027 by the Burj. Held on the hotel’s Banquette Terrace on Thursday 31 December 2026, the evening runs from 7pm to 1am, with live DJ music, dancers and a festive build up to midnight. Adult packages start at AED 1,999 per person, and there is a dedicated kids’ package too.

Vida Dubai Mall sits right beside Dubai Mall in Downtown, so the Burj Khalifa skyline is the natural backdrop for the night. The hotel describes the celebration as an evening of great food, music and dancing, and we think it strikes a nice balance between a sit down gala and a party, with prices that are more approachable than many Downtown alternatives.

What to expect

The evening is built around a gala dinner on the Banquette Terrace, with entertainment throughout. Vida Hotels has published four packages, priced per person:

• Non Alcohol Package: AED 1,999 per adult
• House Alcohol Package: AED 2,999 per adult
• Premium Alcohol Package: AED 3,999 per adult
• Kids Package: AED 1,299 per child

Entertainment includes a live DJ and dancers, with the countdown to midnight as the highlight. The organiser has not published a full menu or a detailed breakdown of what each beverage package includes beyond its name, so ask the team if you want specifics before paying.

Who it is for

With a kids’ package on offer, Welcome 2027 by the Burj is one of the more family friendly hotel celebrations in the Dubai Mall area. It also works well for couples and friends who want a lively, social dinner with a soundtrack and a view, without paying the very top end prices seen at some neighbouring hotels. The non alcohol package is a welcome option for guests who do not drink.

How to book

Reservations are made via the Reserve a Table link on the official Vida Hotels offer page, which goes to the hotel’s SevenRooms booking page. You can also call Vida Dubai Mall on +971 4 549 8888. The hotel says advance booking is recommended, and we would add that terrace seats in Downtown tend to go quickly as New Year’s Eve gets closer.

Good to know

• Date: Thursday 31 December 2026
• Time: 7pm to 1am
• Venue: Banquette Terrace, Vida Dubai Mall, Downtown Dubai
• Prices: from AED 1,999 per adult; kids’ package AED 1,299
• Entertainment: live DJ and dancers
• Booking: advance booking recommended

Tip: The difference between the non alcohol and premium packages is AED 2,000 per person, so think honestly about what your group will drink before choosing. For many families, the non alcohol package plus the kids’ package will be the sweet spot.

Tip: Emaar has not yet published its 2026 traffic, parking and access arrangements for Downtown. On previous New Year’s Eves, guests were advised to arrive in the afternoon, so plan an early arrival and build a relaxed pre dinner wander into your evening.

Tip: The hotel has not confirmed the age range covered by the kids’ package, so check with the team when booking if you are bringing teenagers.

Our verdict

Welcome 2027 by the Burj is a lively, well priced way to see in the new year right next to Dubai Mall. The combination of a gala dinner, DJ, dancers and a kids’ package makes it one of the most versatile options in Downtown this year. If you want the Burj Khalifa atmosphere with a proper party feel and without the highest price tags, we think Vida Dubai Mall is an excellent choice. Book early and get ready to dance into 2027.