Concerts · GREAT FOR KIDS
Carols by Candlelight Under The Tree at Expo City Dubai
at Expo City Dubai · Expo City"A full orchestra, a Christmas tree and a lawn to sit on."
Three nights, one very large tree. Carols by Candlelight Under The Tree sets the Firdaus Orchestra beneath the Al Wasl dome on 21, 22 and 23 December, conducted by Harout Fazlian with Amanda Maalouf singing. The set list is the one you hoped for, from Carol of the Bells and Let It Snow to All I Want for Christmas Is You and Silent Night.
There are no seats. You find a patch of grass in the lower garden near the tree and settle in, so bring a blanket. Around the two concerts a night, a holiday choir, a brass trio and The Jolly Giants keep the lawn busy, and there are festive workshops where you can colour your own carol book or make a candle to take home.
Your ticket also covers Winter City, so the snow, the market and Santa's Grotto are all part of the same evening.
“Be there for the 6pm tree lighting, then stay for the first concert at 6.30pm. The second is at 8pm if you want a repeat.”
Expo City Dubai, Madinat Al Mataar, Dubai South, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
“Strollers have to be left outside Al Wasl Plaza, so a baby carrier is easier with little ones. Dress is modest, and the lawn gets busy, so arrive early for a spot near the tree.”