New Year’s Eve Gala at Solara, Address Dubai Mall

About the New Year’s Eve Gala at Solara, Address Dubai Mall

If you want to welcome 2027 without ever stepping outside the Dubai Mall bubble, the New Year’s Eve Gala at Solara is one of the most convenient ways to do it. Solara is the Mediterranean and Middle Eastern restaurant at Address Dubai Mall, the Emaar hotel that connects directly to the mall from Level 1. On Thursday 31 December 2026, the restaurant is hosting a buffet gala from 7pm to 1.30am, building towards a midnight countdown with the Burj Khalifa fireworks as the backdrop.

Address Hotels describes the evening as an international buffet with a view of the Burj Khalifa fireworks, and the gala is spread across three distinct zones: the indoor restaurant, the terrace and the pool deck. Each zone has its own price, and most come with a choice of soft or house beverage packages, so you can tailor the night to your group and your budget. We think it is a smart pick for anyone who wants the Downtown atmosphere with the comfort of a five star hotel around them.

What to expect

This is a classic gala format: arrive early, settle in for a long buffet dinner, then build up to the big moment at midnight. Solara’s everyday menu is designed for sharing, with Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavours, and the hotel says the New Year’s Eve spread is an international buffet. Here is how the published packages break down, per person:

• Indoor: AED 2,800 with soft beverages, or AED 3,600 with house beverages
• Terrace: AED 4,500 with either soft or house beverages
• Pool Deck: AED 5,900 with soft beverages, AED 6,900 with house beverages, or AED 7,800 with premium beverages

The pool deck is clearly positioned as the premium experience, and Address Hotels also mentions private cabana options on its festive overview. The organiser has not published a detailed menu or an entertainment line up, so we would not assume live music or performers unless the team confirms it when you book.

Who it is for

This gala suits couples, groups of friends and visitors staying in Downtown who want a polished, all in one evening rather than a club or a crowded public viewing area. Because it is inside a hotel that links straight into Dubai Mall, it also works well for anyone who wants to avoid long walks on a night when roads around Burj Khalifa become very busy. If you are celebrating with a large family, note that the hotel has not published separate children’s pricing for this gala, so ask before you book.

How to book

Reservations for the Solara gala are handled through the hotel’s SevenRooms page, which is linked from the official Address Dubai Mall New Year’s Eve offer. You can also call the hotel on +971 4 245 8882. Address Hotels states that 100% advance payment is required and that a booking is only confirmed once you receive an official confirmation email directly from the hotel. Automated emails are not treated as confirmation, so keep an eye on your inbox after paying.

Good to know

• Date: Thursday 31 December 2026
• Time: 7pm to 1.30am
• Venue: Solara, Address Dubai Mall, Downtown Dubai
• Prices: from AED 2,800 per person (indoor, soft beverages) up to AED 7,800 per person (pool deck, premium beverages)
• Payment: 100% in advance
• Confirmation: only via an official email from the hotel
• Access: the hotel connects directly to Dubai Mall from Level 1

Tip: The difference between indoor and outdoor pricing is significant, so decide early how much the open air view matters to you. If watching the fireworks without glass in the way is the main event, the terrace or pool deck is where you will want to be.

Tip: On past New Year’s Eves, Emaar has asked guests heading to Downtown to arrive well before the evening rush, with road closures and limited parking. Official 2026 traffic and access plans have not been published yet, so check the latest guidance in late December and plan to arrive early.

Tip: The hotel is also promoting overnight stays alongside the gala. The organiser has not published room rates for the night, but booking a room can save you from the long wait for transport after midnight.

Our verdict

Solara’s New Year’s Eve Gala is a reliable, well located way to see in 2027 with Burj Khalifa on the horizon and a full buffet in front of you. The tiered packages give you real choice, and the direct link to Dubai Mall makes the logistics easier. If you want a hotel gala with a front row feel to Dubai’s biggest night, we think this one deserves a place on your shortlist. Book early, because Downtown terraces tend to fill quickly as December approaches.