New Year’s Eve at Brasserie by McGettigan’s Expo City Dubai

About New Year’s Eve at Brasserie by McGettigan’s, Expo City Dubai

Brasserie by McGettigan’s in the heart of Expo City Dubai is offering one of the most flexible New Year’s Eve plans we have seen this year, with two separate celebrations on Thursday 31 December 2026. There is a Family Countdown from 5pm to 8pm, followed by a grown-up Midnight Countdown from 9pm to midnight, so everyone from little ones to night owls can welcome 2027 in their own way.

McGettigan’s is one of the UAE’s best-loved Irish hospitality names, known for friendly service, hearty food and a great atmosphere. At Expo City Dubai, the Brasserie brings that warm, welcoming spirit to a modern setting in one of the city’s most distinctive districts. For New Year’s Eve, the team promises great food, flowing drinks and a countdown to remember.

What to expect

The Family Countdown, from 5pm to 8pm, is designed so the whole family can enjoy a relaxed New Year’s celebration together. It is a clever idea for parents with young children, who can share the excitement of a countdown without having to keep everyone awake until midnight.

The Midnight Countdown, from 9pm until midnight, is the main event for adults, with food, drinks and plenty of atmosphere as the clock ticks towards the New Year. This later session is strictly for guests aged 21 and over.

Package prices published by McGettigan’s are:

• Premium Package: AED 349
• Soft Package: AED 195
• Kids under 12: AED 95

Who it is for

This is a brilliant option for families, particularly those with younger children, who want a festive celebration with an early finish. The Family Countdown lets kids join in the fun and still get home at a sensible hour.

The Midnight Countdown, meanwhile, suits friends, couples and colleagues who want a sociable, good-value night out with a proper countdown at midnight, without the high prices of many Dubai galas. It is also a handy choice for anyone living in Dubai South, Dubai Investments Park or the surrounding communities who would rather avoid the crowds and road closures of Downtown and the Marina.

How to book

Packages are booked online through the link on the McGettigan’s festive events page for New Year’s Eve at Brasserie by McGettigan’s, which goes to the venue’s online reservation system.

McGettigan’s has published a clear cancellation policy: cancellations made 14 days or more before the event are eligible for a 100 per cent refund, cancellations made seven days or more before receive 50 per cent, and cancellations within seven days are not refunded. Bank and credit card charges may apply to refunds.

Tip: Decide which session suits your group before booking, as the family and midnight sessions are separate, and the later session is strictly 21 and over.

Good to know

The Family Countdown runs from 5pm to 8pm and the Midnight Countdown from 9pm to midnight on 31 December 2026, both at Brasserie by McGettigan’s, Expo City Dubai. The 9pm Midnight Countdown seating is strictly for guests aged 21 and over.

The official page does not itemise exactly what each package includes, so if you want to know more about the food and drinks on offer, we suggest asking the venue when you book.

Tip: Expo City Dubai is served by the Dubai Metro Red Line, which can be a convenient way to travel on a busy night, but do check Metro operating hours for New Year’s Eve before relying on it to get home.

Tip: If you are taking children to the Family Countdown, arriving a little early gives you time to settle in and make the most of the three-hour session.

With its family-friendly early session, a lively midnight celebration for adults and some of the most accessible prices in the city, we think Brasserie by McGettigan’s is a cheerful and great-value way to welcome 2027.