Easter in Dubai is a vibrant and festive celebration, offering a mix of family-friendly activities, delicious brunches, and unique experiences that combine tradition with the city’s luxury flair.
Whether you’re looking for an Easter egg hunt or just want to enjoy all the chocolate (like me)! I’ve included an option for whichever type of Easter you want to enjoy.
Easter in Dubai date
Easter in Dubai will be on Sunday, 20th April 2025.
This year Ramadan will have finished by the time Easter arrives in Dubai, compared to previous years.
Does Dubai celebrate Easter?
Dubai does not officially celebrate Easter as it is a Muslim-majority country. However, because of its diverse expatriate population, many hotels, restaurants, and churches host Easter events.
You’ll find Easter brunches, egg hunts, and family-friendly activities at popular venues like luxury hotels, beach clubs, and malls.
Churches in Dubai, such as St. Mary’s Catholic Church and Holy Trinity Church, also hold special Easter services. So while it’s not a public holiday, there are plenty of ways to celebrate Easter in Dubai.
What is easter in Dubai like?
The Dubai classic of brunch gets a special Easter theme at many locations throughout the city, especially for Easter weekend. You can choose to attend either on a Saturday or Sunday, depending on your preference.
Hotels will also add Easter decorations, and different venues also have themed afternoon teas along with activities for kids such as face painting, crafts and easter egg hunts. You’ll find a decent selection of both affordable and luxury events.
You’ll also find lots of chocolate shops and bakeries doing special little easter themed treats. These year will definitely feature of lot of kunafa and pistachio themed items thanks to the viral Dubai Chocolate!
Best places for a traditional meal for Easter
Fibber McGees
Their affordable roast for 99 AED includes a drink and is served all day Sunday.
Fibber Magee’s, known as one of Dubai’s most authentic Irish pubs, is a great spot for a traditional Easter roast in a cozy and welcoming setting
They also have a charitable side where you can donate easter eggs to a good cause, last year they donated over 100 easter eggs to Al Jalila Children’s Specialty Hospital.
Location: SZR, Trade Centre & Barsha Heights
Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (Barsha Heights) 4.4 out of 5 (SZR)
Great British Restaurant
The Great British Restaurant in located at Dukes on Palm Jumeirah, offering a quintessentially British dining experience. They feauture a good selection of traditional British dishes however for Easter they have their special Easter Eggstravaganza Brunch.
You’ll get a panoramic view of Dubai Marina skyline as you dine in an elegant ambience. Just make sure not to get it confused with The Great British Cafe & Restaurant located in Jumeirah Golf Estates.
Their Easter brunch features themed décor of eggs and bunnies with a variety of mouth-watering dishes, live cooking stations, and fun-filled activities for children such as an Easter egg hunt. Choose from either indoor or outdoor dining.
Location: Dukes Hotel, Palm Jumeirah
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
The Black Sheep
The Black Sheep is an independent British gastropub inside the Pullman Hotel in Jumeirah Lake Towers (JLT). This charming venue offers a cosy bar, dining area, and pet-friendly beer garden.
For Easter celebrations, The Black Sheep hosts a 2 course special Sunday roast, offering a selection of beef, chicken, lamb, or nut roast with all the traditional trimmings you’d expect with a roast. You’ll also get a free house beverage with your meal.
Kids are welcome in the none smoking section of the pub.
Location: Pullman Hotel, JLT
Rating: 4.7 out of 5
Easter Egg Hunts in Dubai and other Easter Activities for kids
Ski Dubai
Of course, we all know Ski Dubai, the incredible ski resort of the desert located inside the Mall of Emirates. Ski Dubai also love to join in the festivities all year round.
Perhaps not your typical Easter celebration, combining activites with snow but they do make a unique fun experience for Easter!
Kids can enjoy, with their snow pass, a chance to hunt for easter eggs in the Easter village along with the different rides available at Ski Dubai.
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Mina’s Kitchen Brunch
Mina’s Kitchen, located within The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina, is renowned for its vibrant and family-friendly dining experiences.
Celebrations feature an extensive buffet with Easter-themed dishes, live cooking stations, and a traditional British-style Sunday roast. The festive ambience is enhanced with activities for children, including Easter egg hunts and entertainment, ensuring a delightful experience for the whole family.
Everything is set up on the lawns at the back of the restaurant, perfect for the kids to explore outside.
Legoland
Legoland Dubai is part of Dubai Parks and Resorts, a family-friendly theme park designed for children aged 2-12. Offering over 40 lego-themed rides, shows, and building experiences. The park is divided into various themed lands.
In past years, they’ve celebrated Easter with special events and activities. Every year they typically host an Easter Egg Hunt where you can find hidden Lego egos along with prize draws for those who complete the challenge.
They also have other Easter themed activites such as egg basket decoration, friendship bracelet workshops and building lego flower gardens. Each year has slightly different themes.
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