Celestial New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner at Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island

About the Celestial New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner

Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island is welcoming 2027 with Celestial, a New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner in the Yas Grand Ballroom on Thursday 31 December 2026. The hotel invites guests to “step into a night inspired by the stars as Celestial transforms Yas Grand Ballroom”, promising an evening of exceptional dining, live entertainment and captivating performances as the countdown to 2027 begins. The gala runs from 7.30pm to 1am.

It is the headline New Year’s Eve event at the Yas Island hotel and is designed as a full evening, from dinner through to the midnight countdown and beyond.

What to expect

The hotel’s festive page lists the following details:

• A star inspired gala setting in the Yas Grand Ballroom
• A gala dining experience
• Live entertainment and captivating performances
• The countdown to 2027
• AED 950 per adult
• AED 550 for children aged 6 to 11
• AED 195 for children under six

An early bird offer runs until 1 December 2026, reducing prices to AED 850 per adult, AED 450 for children aged 6 to 11 and AED 150 for children under six.

Celestial is the finale of a festive season at Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island that begins with a Christmas Tree Lighting on 11 December and includes a Christmas Eve dinner and a Christmas Day brunch at Graphos Social Kitchen. Osmo Lounge & Bar’s Festive Afternoon Tea and its Golden Hour offer both continue into January.

A ballroom gala has particular advantages on New Year’s Eve. Everything happens in one place, from dinner to entertainment to the countdown, and there is no need to queue for a separate venue or worry about the weather. The children’s prices make it easier for families to include everyone, and the 1am finish gives time to enjoy the moment after midnight.

The star theme gives the evening its own identity, and the combination of dining, live entertainment and performances makes it a complete night out on Yas Island.

Who it is for

With dedicated children’s prices, Celestial is a good option for families who want to celebrate New Year’s Eve together in a secure, indoor setting. It also suits couples and groups of friends looking for a classic gala dinner with live performances, as well as visitors spending the holidays on Yas Island. Those who prefer a beach party or a rooftop view may want to look elsewhere, as this is a ballroom event.

How to book

Book online through the SevenRooms Book Now link on the Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island festive page. The page also offers Call Us and Email Us options for questions about tables, children’s tickets or dietary requirements.

Good to know

• Date: Thursday 31 December 2026
• Time: 7.30pm to 1am
• Venue: Yas Grand Ballroom, Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island
• Price: AED 950 per adult; AED 550 for children aged 6 to 11; AED 195 for children under six
• Early bird: AED 850 per adult, AED 450 for children aged 6 to 11 and AED 150 for children under six, until 1 December 2026

Tip: Book before 1 December to take advantage of the early bird rates, which save AED 100 per adult.

Tip: Arrange transport home in advance. Roads around Yas Island are busy on New Year’s Eve, and taxis are in high demand after midnight.

Tip: Make a weekend of it by staying at the hotel and joining the Festive Afternoon Tea at Osmo Lounge & Bar, which runs until 7 January 2027.

Glamorous, family friendly and packed with entertainment, the Celestial New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner is a stylish way to welcome 2027 in Abu Dhabi. Secure your seats early and get ready to count down under the stars.