December at Al Ghurair Centre means festive décor, joyful entertainment, and prizes to win. Starting today, Dubai’s premier shopping mall is transforming into a Christmas wonderland, where you can enjoy the festivities with a month-long lineup of activities. Whether you’re planning to shop or soak in the holiday vibes, there’s something happening almost every day. If you want to experience some of the most joyful family-friendly activities and win exciting prizes, then keep reading!
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Win Exciting Prizes At Flayva
Kicking off the celebrations, Flayva, the mall’s lively street food destination, is hosting a grand raffle draw with a drool-worthy prize. One lucky diner will win a brand-new EXEED LX car. All you need to do is spend AED 50 or more at Flayva and present your receipt at the Customer Service Desk to enter. For more chances to win, every AED 50 counts as one entry. The more you dine, the better your chances of winning. The raffle runs until 5th January 2026, and the winner will be announced on 9th January 2026.
- Date & Time: Until 5th January | Winner announced on 9th January
- Price: Minimum AED 50 spend
A Life-Size Advent Calendar – Who Can Say No To That!
Making its much-anticipated return is Al Ghurair Centre’s life-size advent calendar. Shoppers who spend AED 300 or more with a validated receipt are invited to unlock a door daily between 5 PM and 9 PM for a chance to win some exciting prizes. Expect prizes from popular brands including Adidas, Cinnabon, Yateem Optician, Wingstop, 1004 Gourmet, Bossini.X, Brands For Less, Kiko Milano, and lot more.
- Date & Time: From 10th December | 5 PM – 9 PM
- Price: Minimum AED 300 spend
Draft & Drop Your Letters To Santa
Whether you’re on the naughty or nice list, every little one gets to draft and drop their letters to Santa. Running until 23rd December, children can write to Santa and list their most-wanted items, valued at a minimum of AED 1,000, from mall stores. On 24th December, Santa will grant two lucky children their holiday wishes, making it a Christmas Eve to remember.
- Date & Time: Until 23rd December | Winner announced on 24th December
- Price: Select gifts valued at a minimum of AED 1,000
Meet Santa At The Grotto
Between 16th and 25th December, families can head to Santa’s Grotto for a special meet-and-greet experience. Shoppers who spend AED 50 or more can enjoy a photo opportunity with Santa and his elves. Visitors will also receive a complimentary goody bag. For a touch of cosiness to the festive experience, relax and enjoy daily story time sessions with Santa, which are open to everyone.
- Date & Time: 16th – 25th December
- Price: Minimum AED 50 spend
The Most Wonderful Time To Get Creative
The Christmas lineup is incomplete without your little elves getting their hands covered in glitter and glue. Flayva is also hosting Santa’s Kids Workshop throughout the month, running until 28 December, from 5 PM to 9 PM. With a minimum spend of AED 50 at Flayva, children can take part in hands-on Christmas crafts. The workshop includes stocking decorating, ornament making, mini Christmas tree making activity and DIY holiday wreath colouring. It’s the perfect way to keep little ones entertained while parents enjoy some shopping.
- Date & Time: Until 28th December | From 5PM – 9PM
- Price: Minimum AED 50 spend
The Festivities Continue With Carol Singing & Christmas Parades
The festive lineup isn’t just for the kids! Adding an entertainment layer to the holiday cheer, Flayva will also host daily Christmas carol performances at 6 PM. Held between the 16th and 25th December, visitors can also sing along to the carols led by a six-member local choir. Meanwhile, a festive parade featuring beloved characters such as Lady Elf, Christmas Fairy, and Ginger Cookie Maiden will take place every weekend from 6th to 29th December. You can also see Santa and his Elves join the fun and spread festive cheer throughout the mall.
- Date & Time: Christmas carol performances – 16th and 25th December at 6 PM | Festive parades – Every weekend from 6th to 29th December
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and Al Ghurair Centre is pulling out all the stops to create a magical experience unlike anything you’ve ever seen. If you want to know more about the mall or the Christmas lineup, visit the official Al Ghurair Centre website.
