Buying Christmas Trees in the UAE: A Quick Guide
As Christmas approaches, homes across the UAE are lighting up with festive décor, and the Christmas tree remains the centrepiece of celebrations. With a wide range of options available, residents can choose between real, freshly imported trees and reusable artificial ones, depending on budget, space and lifestyle.
Where to buy Christmas trees in the UAE
Popular retailers such as Lulu Hypermarket, IKEA, Carrefour, ACE Hardware, Home Centre, Daiso, and various garden centres in Dubai and Abu Dhabi stock Christmas trees each season. While hypermarkets and home stores mainly offer artificial trees in multiple sizes, premium garden centres and specialist sellers provide real fir trees for those seeking a traditional touch.
Prices across stores
Prices vary based on size, type and quality. At Lulu Hypermarket, artificial Christmas trees start from as low as Dh29 and go up to Dh599, making them a budget-friendly choice for apartments and villas alike. Real Christmas trees typically range between Dh399 and Dh999, including the stand.
Specialist online sellers such as Christmas Trees UAE offer imported real trees, with prices starting at under Dh700 for a 6-ft tree from Canada, while larger 11-ft trees can cost close to Dh4,000.
Where real trees come from
Retailers say most real Christmas trees sold in the UAE are imported from Europe and North America, including Denmark, the Netherlands and Canada. While many shoppers enjoy the natural scent and authentic look, real trees require regular watering, careful indoor placement and proper disposal after the festive season.
Why artificial trees are gaining popularity
Artificial Christmas trees continue to dominate the market due to their affordability, low maintenance and reusability. Made from plastic or fibre materials, they can be stored and reused year after year, making them a practical long-term investment for families.
More than just decoration
For many residents, the choice of tree goes beyond price or convenience. Dubai-based banker James Menezes says decorating the Christmas tree is a meaningful tradition that brings families together. Setting up the tree, placing ornaments and gathering around it creates moments of connection, warmth and shared memories that define the festive season.
With options ranging from compact tabletop trees to towering natural firs, UAE shoppers are spoilt for choice. Whether real or artificial, the Christmas tree continues to symbolise togetherness and festive joy in homes across the country.
