Source: Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai

Reported By: Caroline Dalal

Dubai’s end-of-year calendar just gained its crown jewel. On December 31, 2025, Atlantis, The Palm will host its most opulent New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner yet, headlined by Grammy Award-winning global sensation Maroon 5. The pop-rock powerhouse, known for chart-topping anthems like “Moves Like Jagger” and “She Will Be Loved”, will take the stage for an open-air performance framed by a panoramic fireworks display stretching from Atlantis, The Palm to Atlantis The Royal.

Following legendary acts such as Sting and Lionel Richie in past years, Maroon 5’s highly anticipated appearance continues the resort’s legacy of delivering world-class entertainment on one of the world’s most prestigious nights.

This year’s gala will embrace a ‘Winter Wonderland’ theme, blending elegance with theatrical enchantment. Held on a custom-built deck overlooking Palm Island and Dubai’s skyline, the black-tie celebration begins at 6:00 PM with gourmet canapés, welcome cocktails, and immersive roaming performances.

Guests will then transition into a glittering outdoor venue where a 30-piece live band, free-flowing Champagne, and an unlimited selection of premium beverages accompany a lavish buffet. Expect a culinary spread of lobster, caviar, sushi, and live cooking stations, all capped by handcrafted desserts and petit fours.

For those seeking an even more elevated celebration, Atlantis introduces 22 enhanced Sky Suites. These ultra-exclusive spaces, positioned in an elevated section of the venue, offer full access to the gala as well as private butler service, bespoke dining from the resort’s top restaurants, and ultra-premium Champagne and spirits. The VIP Sky Suite experience is priced at AED 200,000 for 10 guests, with additional capacity available for an added fee.

While the main event is designed for sophisticated revelry, young guests can enjoy their own celebration inside the Asateer Tent, reimagined as a kid-friendly party zone complete with a giant slide, bouncy castle, game stalls, arts and crafts, and an outdoor cinema. With entertainment tailored for all ages, the night strikes a careful balance between exclusivity and family-friendly fun.

More than a backdrop, Atlantis, The Palm has become a New Year’s Eve destination in its own right. The 46-hectare ocean-themed resort offers everything from Aquaventure Waterpark—home to record-breaking water slides—to The Lost Chambers Aquarium, housing over 65,000 marine animals.

Dining at the resort is equally esteemed, with a culinary portfolio that includes Michelin-starred restaurants such as FZN by Björn Frantzén, Hakkasan, and Ossiano, as well as celebrity chef destinations like Gordon Ramsay’s Bread Street Kitchen, Nobu, and Studio Frantzén.

Whether for revelry or retreat, Atlantis offers an immersive, multi-sensory experience, positioning itself as Dubai’s leading entertainment resort heading into 2026.