Mint Market Christmas Carols at The Fort Lisaili (Self-Drive)
Supplied by: Arabian Adventures
Celebrate the season under the stars at Mint Market Christmas Carols, held at Fort Lisaili in the heart of the Dubai desert. Enjoy Santa’s arrival on camelback, live music, festive food and drinks, and a sparkling Christmas market with 20 boutique vendors. Families can join in the fun with camel rides, henna, and marshmallow fire pits — a magical evening where Christmas meets Arabian adventure.
Learn more about the Mint Market here https://mintmarket.ae
Highlights
- Festive Atmosphere: Christmas trees, snow projection, and sparkling décor bring the holiday magic to the desert.
- Live Entertainment:
- Dubai Drumming Circle
- School Choir performance
- Christmas entertainment
- Fire show to Christmas music
- Dubai Drumming Circle finale
- Festive Market: 20 curated stalls featuring local crafts, gifts, and treats, plus wreath-making workshops.
- Food & Beverage: BBQ buffet dinner with turkey skewers, soft drinks and water.
- Family Fun: Camel rides, henna painting, fire pits with marshmallows, and photo moments with Santa.
- Adventure Add-Ons: Buggy and quad rides available at standard rates.
- Food & Beverage Add-Ons: Mulled wine, popcorn, and ice cream on sale.
Overview
Step into the magic of the season at our enchanting Mint Market Christmas Carols evening, set in the heart of the Dubai desert at Fort Lisaili, just 40 minutes from downtown. Join us for a festive celebration filled with twinkling lights, live entertainment, and holiday cheer — where Christmas meets Arabian adventure.
Immerse yourself in the festive spirit from the moment you arrive, with Santa hats and sparklers setting the tone for a joyful evening under the stars. Enjoy the arrival of Santa on camelback, marvel at our Christmas trees and snow projection, and wander through the Mint Market, featuring 20 boutique festive vendors and creative workshops including wreath-making.
As night falls, the desert comes alive with music, food, and entertainment. Savor a buffet dinner with holiday favourites like turkey skewers and mulled wine, and keep cosy around fire pits roasting marshmallows. Little ones — and the young at heart — can enjoy camel rides, henna art, popcorn, and ice cream, while adventure seekers take to the dunes with buggy and quad rides.
What's included
- Access to the Mint Market Christmas Carols event (4 PM – 10 PM)
- BBQ buffet dinner with soft drinks and water
- Live entertainment throughout the evening
- Christmas market access with 20+ vendors and workshops
- Camel rides, henna art, and festive photo moments
- Complimentary Santa hats and sparklers upon arrival
- Transfers to and from Lisaili
- No dune bashing (outside Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve)
Know before you go
Children under 5 years old attend free of charge.
Event capacity is limited to 400 guests — advance booking is recommended.
Alcoholic beverages available for purchase from the bar.
The event takes place outdoors; comfortable attire and footwear recommended.
• Quad Disclaimer: The minimum age to drive a quad bike is 12 years, and all participants must sign a waiver form.
• Buggy Disclaimer: The minimum age for the buggy passenger experience is 12 years, and all participants must sign a waiver form.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 48 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.