DUBAI: Planning for NYE 2026? Get the full scoop on Maroon 5’s performance at the Atlantis The Palm Gala Dinner. Discover ticket prices, dress codes, and what’s included in Dubai’s most exclusive New Year’s event.
This isn’t just a concert; it is an ultra-luxury experience on a custom-built outdoor deck overlooking the Palm Jumeirah and the Dubai skyline.
1. The Performance: Maroon 5
Adam Levine and the band will take the stage shortly before the midnight countdown.3 Expect a high-energy set featuring global hits like “Sugar,” “Moves Like Jagger,” “Girls Like You,” and “She Will Be Loved.” The performance is perfectly timed to lead into one of the world’s largest private firework displays.4
2. Ticket Tiers & Pricing
The Atlantis Gala is a premium event. While official 2026 pricing is subject to final release, historical data and early projections suggest the following categories:
| Tier | Estimated Price (Per Adult) | What’s Included |
| Premium | AED 4,500 – 5,500 | Standard seating, buffet, and open bar (selected drinks). |
| Rouge / Golden Circle | AED 6,500 – 8,000 | Prime seating closer to the stage, premium champagne, and upgraded buffet. |
| VIP Sky Box | AED 150,000+ (Group) | Private suite, dedicated butler, and the best views of the stage and fireworks. |
- Children: Kids usually receive a discounted rate (approx. AED 2,500 – 3,500), while toddlers under 3 often attend for free.
3. The Culinary Experience
The event features a massive, “thematic” buffet that is widely considered the best in the city:5
- Live Stations: Caviar, oysters, and sushi bars.6
- Main Courses: Signature dishes from Atlantis’s world-class restaurants (including influences from Nobu and Gordon Ramsay’s Bread Street Kitchen).
- Dessert Room: A dedicated area for hand-crafted pastries, chocolate fountains, and Arabic sweets.7
4. Essential Etiquette & Rules
- Dress Code: Black Tie / Glamorous. This is strictly enforced. Men are expected to wear tuxedos or dark suits, and women typically wear floor-length evening gowns.
- Timings: Doors usually open at 7:00 PM for a cocktail reception. The buffet opens at 8:00 PM, and the party continues until 3:00 AM.
- Age Limit: All ages are welcome, but children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
5. Why Book This Over the Burj Khalifa?
- Exclusivity: While 1 million people are crowded into Downtown, the Atlantis Gala is capped at a few thousand guests.
- The Fireworks: You get a “two-for-one” view. You see the massive Atlantis fireworks directly above you, and you can see the Burj Khalifa fireworks on the distant horizon.
- The “Zero Stress” Factor: You don’t have to worry about the 2:00 PM arrival rule. Your ticket includes guaranteed access to the Palm, even when the roads are “closed” to the general public.
💡 2026 Insider Tip: Book the Hotel Package
If you are planning to attend the Gala, try to stay at Atlantis, The Palm or Atlantis, The Royal. Most NYE room bookings automatically include or offer a significant discount on Gala Dinner tickets. It also saves you the 3-hour taxi wait at 3:00 AM.
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