Dubai’s Atmosphere restaurant inside Burj Khalifa is set to host a New Year’s Eve celebration on Thursday, 31 December 2026, offering a black-and-gold themed evening that includes a dinner event, live entertainment and a countdown to midnight paired with fireworks visuals.
The event is scheduled to begin at 6:00 pm at Atmosphere, Burj Khalifa. According to the announcement, guests will be provided with decorative masks upon arrival, and the dinner experience will be paired with multiple forms of entertainment as the countdown approaches.
Food, entertainment and themed ambiance
The release says the dining program will include made-to-order options and seasonal items, with choices described as ranging from oysters and caviar to seafood towers and meat dishes. It also states that the evening will feature a two-person music act performing in the restaurant.
In addition, the lobby is described as a live performance space with a music coordinator and live violin and saxophone shows. The ambience will follow a black-and-gold design concept, with floral details and a dedicated photo area.
Midnight fireworks countdown
As the clock reaches midnight, the announcement states that two large screens in the lobby will display fireworks scenes tied to the celebration in Dubai, intended to accompany guests during the transition into the new year.
The stated program indicates that dining and beverages will continue into late night, with the atmosphere expected to remain present as the first hours of 2027 begin.
Location and venue details
Atmosphere, the release notes, is located on Level 122 of Burj Khalifa, at a height of 442 metres. It describes the venue as the highest restaurant in the Middle East and the second-highest restaurant in the world.
The announcement also highlights what it calls Atmosphere’s focus on contemporary French cuisine, and says the restaurant has received various recognition. It cites a Guinness World Records registration for being the highest restaurant above ground, and states that it was named “Best Landmark Restaurant” for 2023 by Gault&Millau UAE. These claims are presented as part of the venue’s own promotional information.
Pricing and dress code
The release lists a dress code as elegant with touches of black and gold.
It also provides minimum spend figures: 3,000 UAE dirhams per person for tables by the windows, and 2,000 UAE dirhams per person for tables away from the windows. The information is attributed to the event details as published in the release.
Broader company background
The text additionally includes background about Emaar Hospitality Group, describing the company as a global luxury hospitality and lifestyle experiences provider based in Dubai, with operations across several countries. It lists a portfolio that includes hotel brands and destinations, and notes that the group also runs dining venues such as Atmosphere.