Winter is officially here and there is no better way to kick off the festivities at Yas Bay Waterfront than an appearance by Santa to light up a 12-metre tree at the Etihad Arena plaza. Join him and his merry elves on Friday, December 15 at 7:00pm to countdown the kick-off to the jolliest season of them all.

Wrapping up the year with a bang, Yas Bay Waterfront is set to paint the night sky on New Year’s Eve with not just one, but two breathtaking firework displays for guests to enjoy at 9:00pm and 12:00am.

Enjoy soaking in the crisp, cool evenings while strolling the waterfront to find pockets of light and joy and live music every weekend. Choose your dining experience from a selection of top international and award-winning restaurants that promise to carry on the merry vibes with their festive menus and tipple.

Guests fancying a chic dining experience with an Italian ambiance can head to Paradiso on Christmas Day and choose from their flavoursome Italian à la carte menu complemented by the upbeat tunes from their live band starting from 12:00pm. On New Year’s Eve, guests can book a table at the restaurant’s beautiful terrace and enjoy a stunning view of the double fireworks show while sipping champagne and savouring some exquisite Italian dishes, along with the live band and DJ performance, at a minimum spend of AED 500.

Bay Waterfront is the only destination on Yas Island Abu Dhabi where no two visits are alike as guests indulge in dining, entertainment, leisure and wellness experiences. The destination’s three-kilometre boardwalk offers unmatched day-to-night experiences, brought to life through an eclectic mix of licensed restaurants, lounges, bars, cafés and wellness and community spaces.

Located on the vibrant Yas Island, the UAE’s leading leisure and entertainment destination that is home to award-winning theme parks and an F1 racetrack, Yas Bay Waterfront is set within walking distance of Etihad Arena – the Middle East’s largest indoor entertainment venue hosting events year-round, and the five-star Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island.