Meats & Mountains Returns to Jebel Hafit Desert Park for BBQ Season

By Jenny Susan / November 11, 2025

Dubai, UAE: The outdoor season is here. Bonfire nights, sizzling BBQs, and breathtaking mountain views define the time. Meats & Mountains, returns to Jebel Hafit Desert Park on Saturday, 29 November & December 20th, 2025.

The event offers a bold celebration of BBQ culture, outdoor adventure, and Emirati heritage. The desert food festival runs from 3:30 PM till late. It also invites food and outdoor enthusiasts to experience an open-air gathering like no other in Al Ain, where stunning desert meets majestic mountain landscapes.

A Culinary Journey Under the Stars

Guests expect an authentic culinary journey featuring a variety of BBQ stations. This includes live fire concepts like hanging large tomahawks and ribeye, to smashed burgers. The event also features traditional favourites such as Lugaimat and Karak. Premium proteins, powered by Meat Avenue and Transmed, ensure the highest quality.

The festival atmosphere comes alive with live entertainment by talented homegrown musicians. Meanwhile, families enjoy kite flying and roasting marshmallows on bonfires under the night sky.

For those looking to enjoy an overnight stay, accommodation options that cater to all preferences are available. Guests can enjoy exclusive rates at partner camping, glamping, and hotel stays. Thus, the festival offers an ideal staycation off the grid.

Prices start at AED 360 per person. Children under age 12 pay AED 90. Guests must buy tickets before 15th November 2025 to enjoy early bird bookings.

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