Usher in the Year of the Horse at Shangri-La Dubai. One of the most iconic hotels in Dubai has just released an elaborate line-up of festive dining and cultural performances for Chinese New Year 2026. It doesn’t matter if you are a tourist from China or some other part of the globe. Shangri-La Dubai promises the best experiences for the upcoming Lunar New Year and you must add the celebrations to your itinerary.
Soaring high above the horizon, Shangri-La Dubai is home to some of the best Instagrammable restaurants in the Emirate. It is also located near Sheikh Zayed Road, offering you easy access from different parts of Dubai. For Chinese New Year 2026, the place has planned a number of special celebrations, such as a traditional Lion Dance, festive dining at Shang Palace, delicious cakes at the Lobby Lounge, and so much more.
Let’s not take any more of your time and get straight to the point. It seems your calendar for a big part of February and 3 March 2026 is all set. Shangri-La Dubai is adamant about making your memories related to the fast-approaching Chinese New Year 2026 as beautiful and precious as possible. But you also need to act fast and book your experiences today itself. Dubai is a melting pot of cultures and occassions connected to both local and international landscapes get a lot of importance.
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What Do Chinese New Year 2026 Deals at Shangri-La Dubai Look Like?
| Shangri-La Dubai Lunar New Year 2026 Offers | Date and Time | Price (in Dirhams) |
| The Traditional Lion Dance | 17 February 2026 (10:08 am) | – |
| Chinese New Year Dining Experience | 16-20 February 2026 | Starting from AED 398 per person |
| Chinese New Year Weekend Brunch | 14-22 February 2026 | Starting from AED 298 per person |
| Chinese Lantern Festival Dining Experience | 3 March 2026 | Starting from AED 298 per person |
| Chinese New Year Cakes at Lobby Lounge | 1-28 February 2026 | – |
1. The Traditional Lion Dance
The Chinese New Year 2026 celebrations at Shangri-La Dubai officially begin on 17 February. Check out the iconic Lion Dance performance at 10:08 am, the most auspicious time for the ritual. You can expect a much more vibrant tone to be introduced across the hotel after this.
2. Chinese New Year Dining Experience
From 16-20 February 2026, come to Shang Palace, one of the best MICHELIN-recommended restaurants in Dubai, for a delicious multi-course set menu. Highlights include delicately prepared seafood dishes, premium cuts of meat, comforting specialities and traditional festive desserts. Usher in the good fortune for the year ahead in style.
3. Chinese New Year Weekend Brunch
Shang Palace at Shangri-La Dubai is offering a special brunch experience, designed for joyful reunions and multi-generational groups. You can find a generous selection of Shang Palace specialities alongside festive favourites. Enjoy handcrafted dim sum and celebratory dishes prepared using different time-honoured techniques. You are not going to be disappointed.
4. Chinese Lantern Festival Dining Experience
Check out Shang Palace on 3 March 2026 – one day only – to mark the traditional close of the Lunar New Year period. You can expect a set of carefully composed dishes, elegant presentations, festive desserts inspired by Lantern Festival traditions and so much more.
5. Chinese New Year Cakes at the Lobby Lounge
Extending the Chinese New Year 2026 spirit beyond Shang Palace, The Lobby Lounge at Shangri-La Dubai is also going to present a terrific selection of traditional cakes throughout the month of February. These cakes are ideal for sharing among your loved ones.
It appears your Dubai itinerary for February and 3 March 2026 is all sorted. Shangri-La Dubai has announced some of the best Chinese New Year celebrations and you cannot miss out on these experiences. Starting from the cultural performances to the delicious menus, one of the best luxury hotels in Dubai is adamant about making your journey as memorable as possible. Get your bookings sorted today itself.
For More Information and Bookings:
- Email: fbreservations.sldb@shangri-la.com
- Contact Number: +971 44052703
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