The Galleria on Al Maryah Island is launching the annual Winter Wonderland in Abu Dhabi with an extravagant tree lighting ceremony on 13thDecember at 6pm, alongside its spectacular Waterfront Promenade. Family and friends are invited to come together to marvel at the stunning display and enjoy the festive activities.
To add to the excitement, Santa’s Grotto will be displayed from 6ththrough to 24thDecember, from 3:00pm till 10:00pm inside The Galleria for the Abu Dhabi community to enjoy. Little ones will be able to meet Santa and share their festive wishes, as well as having their photograph taken with him in his magical Grotto. Families are encouraged to share their wonderful experiences on social media with the unique #AtTheGalleria.
From 13ththrough to the 26thDecember, Al Maryah Island’s stunning Waterfront Promenade and The Galleria will be transformed into a magical Winter Wonderland, featuring festive holiday décor, fun family friendly activities, holiday shopping and themed dining options. Cosy winter cottages, sliding slope park, snow zone and an immersive snow globe will keep families, friends and visitors entertained for hours, while the youngest visitors can also enjoy train rides around the Promenade. The Galleria’s Winter Wonderland will truly be the place to be during the festive season.
The entertainment schedule is as follows:
The Promenade
Stage Performances | Date | Time | Location |
Princesses Meet and Greet
|
Thu, Dec 13th Fri, Dec 14th Sat, Dec 15th Thu, Dec 20th Fri, Dec 21st Sat, Dec 22nd
|
4:00pm –10:00pm |
Promenade |
Mega Shows
Santa’s Workshop
Festive Feast |
Daily, Dec 13th– Dec 26th
|
4:00pm –10:00pm |
Promenade |
Mini Shows
Mrs Claus Cooking Class
Penguins Parade
Jingle Bells Rock
Winter’s Wonderland
|
Daily, Dec 13th– Dec 26th
|
4:00pm –10:00pm
|
Promenade |
Fun Fair Style Games
Snow Ball Frenzy throw ball
Spin The Carousel
Santa’s Slam Dunk Basketball
Snowy’s Knockdown
Catch The Penguin Ring Toss
Tooth Time knockdown |
Daily, Dec 13th– Dec 26th
|
4:00pm –10:00pm |
Promenade |
Workshops
Cookie Decorating
Make your own snow globe
Finger Puppet Making
Winter Mask Making
Face Painting
Arts and Crafts |
Daily, Dec 13th– Dec 26th
|
4:00pm –10:00pm |
Promenade |
Tree Lighting Ceremony
|
Dec 13th |
6:00pm |
Promenade |
The Galleria
Activity | Date | Time | Location |
Santa’s Grotto |
Daily, Dec 6th– Dec 24th
|
3:00pm– 10:00pm |
The Galleria |
Roaming Balloon Benders | Dec 6th– Dec 24th | 3:00pm– 10:00pm | The Galleria |
Winter Wonderland Roaming Caroller’s
|
Thu, Dec 13th
Sat, Dec 15th Mon, Dec 17th Wed, Dec 19nth Fri, Dec 21st Sun, Dec 23rd Tue, Dec 25th |
3:00pm – 3:30pm
5:00pm – 5:30pm 7:00pm – 7:30pm 9:00pm – 9:30pm |
The Galleria |
Roaming Entertainers
Jack Frost Juggler
Mirror Man
Bubble Artist
|
TBC |
4:00pm –10:00pm | Promenade
The Galleria |
Face Painting | Daily,
Dec 13th– Dec 26th |
4:00pm –10:00pm | The Galleria |
Kids’ Arts & Crafts |
Daily, Dec 13th– Dec 26th
|
4:00pm– 10:00pm |
The Galleria |
Winter Wonderland Parade |
Fri, Dec 14th Sun, Dec 16th Tue, Dec 18th Thur,Dec 20th Sat, Dec 22nd Mon, Dec 24th Wed, Dec 26th
|
4:00pm – 4:30pm
6:00pm – 6:30pm 8:00pm – 8:30pm 9:30pm– 10:00pm |
The Galleria |
For further details, dates and timings, please visit thegalleria.ae