Discover Kempinski’s 2025 festive season: global celebrations, gourmet dining, immersive digital experiences and luxurious holiday traditions worldwide
As winter unfolds and the year draws to a close, Kempinski ignites the festive spirit with global celebrations, gourmet experiences and a digital storytelling journey that honours the brand’s rich heritage. From immersive 3D Advent calendars to elegant holiday feasts, Kempinski’s constellation of hotels transforms the season into an unforgettable celebration of tradition, creativity and European hospitality.
A Digital Advent Calendar Celebrating Kempinski’s Heritage
This December, Kempinski invites guests to explore its history through a fully interactive digital Advent Calendar, hosted on the brand’s official website. The experience recreates the original restaurant on Leipziger Strasse in Berlin in intricate 3D detail.
Behind each window, from 1–24 December, guests discover a letter penned by Berthold Kempinski — reflecting milestones that shaped the group’s legacy. Highlights include:
- The opening of Hotel Schloss Marquardt, Kempinski’s first hotel
- The introduction of valet parking in postwar Germany
- A showcase of innovations patented since 1872
This digital journey pays tribute to the brand’s spirit of tradition, reinvention and timeless hospitality.
Festive Celebrations Across Europe, the Middle East & Asia
From Munich to Muscat, and Bangkok to Budapest, Kempinski hotels welcome the festive season with dazzling events, culinary experiences and family-friendly traditions.
Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski Munich
Alpine flavours, elegant teas & a glamorous New Year’s Eve
In the Bavarian capital, guests step into the season with The Talstation’s heated ski gondolas offering mulled wine, fondue, raclette and alpine delicacies.
Christmas Afternoon Tea, crafted by Chef Pâtissier Ian Baker, features foie gras Baumkuchen, truffled brie with thyme honey, gingerbread canelés and a glass of Champagne.
The year concludes with a black-tie seven-course dinner at Schwarzreiter Restaurant and a dazzling New Year’s Eve gala along Maximilianstrasse.
Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga
Baltic charm, Art Nouveau elegance & gourmet holiday dining
Overlooking Riga’s UNESCO-listed centre, the hotel welcomes guests with festive menus at Amber Restaurant and Stage22. Christmas stays include a special breakfast and a luxurious seasonal dinner, while New Year’s Eve offers:
- A decadent five-course dinner at Amber
- A six-course culinary experience at Stage22
- Late checkout on 1 January
- Complimentary access to Kempinski The Spa
Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin
A legendary address transformed for the festive season
The iconic lobby comes alive with mulled wine, Stollen and gospel choirs. Seasonal highlights include:
- Festive Adlon Afternoon Tea at Bel Etage
- Adlon Champagne Advent Brunch at Brasserie Quarré
- Curated holiday menus at Bel Etage and Brasserie Quarré
- A six-course culinary showcase by Chef Jonas Zörner at Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer
- Glittering New Year’s Eve dinners, live music and Champagne at midnight
Hotel Taschenbergpalais Kempinski Dresden
Saxon traditions, gourmet goose & glamorous New Year’s parties
Dresden’s festive aroma fills the hotel, where December features:
- Traditional braised goose menus at Das Palais
- Fireside afternoon tea with Champagne at Amalie Patisserie & Lounge
- Christmas Eve lunch and dinner
- A sophisticated New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner at Bel Etage
- A lively Countdown Party in the Kurfürstensaal ballroom
Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest
Christmas markets, mulled wine terraces & multi-venue New Year celebrations
Guests enjoy warm mulled wine on the ÉS Bisztró Winter Terrace, afternoon tea in The Living Room, and festive Family Tables during Advent. New Year’s Eve spans multiple venues, featuring:
- A Champagne Salon tasting menu
- Five-course dining at ÉS Bisztró
- A seven-course Nobu Omakase experience
- Live music and dancing at Blue Fox The Bar
Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul
Bosphorus views, iconic afternoon teas & a grand palace celebration
At Gazebo, December brings beloved pastries, gourmet teas and stunning waterfront scenery. Festive offerings include:
- A six-course New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner in the Çırağan Ballroom
- A lavish New Year’s Day brunch
- A five-course Anatolian celebration at Rüya, ending with a spirited countdown
Kempinski Palace Portorož
Sparkling soirées, truffle menus & Adriatic-inspired celebrations
After the Sparkling Wine Festival on 26 December, New Year’s Eve offers two luxurious options:
- A seven-course degustation at Restaurant Sophia
- A “Silk & Salt” themed gala in the Crystal Hall Ballroom with live cooking stations, including truffle pasta, glazed ham and beef Wellington
The evening continues with a late-night DJ at Palace Bar.
Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok
European elegance meets Thai warmth
Amid a gingerbread village and an 8-metre Christmas tree, guests can enjoy:
- Daily ballet and carol performances
- Santa Family Buffet Lunches every Advent Saturday
- Festive afternoon tea by Chef Franck Istel
- Special Christmas and New Year menus at Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin and ALATi
Kempinski Hotel Muscat
Sunshine, seaside dinners & family experiences
In Muscat, Christmas blends European flavours with Omani charm. Guests can join:
- Chocolate, Stollen and gingerbread master classes
- Santa visits and live entertainment on Christmas Day
- Festive dinners at The Kitchen and Zale
- A multi-venue New Year’s Eve culinary journey across Bukhara, Soi Soi and Zale
Kempinski The Boulevard Dubai
Skyline views, luxurious teas & a showstopping New Year’s Eve soirée
Refined Afternoon Tea sets the tone for December, followed by:
- A French-inspired Christmas Eve dinner at La Brasserie Sur Le Boulevard
- A sunlit Christmas Day brunch overlooking Burj Khalifa
- A spectacular New Year’s Eve terrace soirée with front-row fireworks views
At a Glance: Kempinski Festive Season 2025
- Interactive digital Advent Calendar celebrating the brand’s legacy
- Festive programmes across Europe, the Middle East & Asia
- Signature afternoon teas, gourmet menus & seasonal desserts
- Christmas markets, choirs, mulled wine & family experiences
- Gala dinners, fireworks, DJ parties & Champagne celebrations
- Exclusive multi-venue New Year’s Eve dining options
- Elegant traditions rooted in timeless European hospitality
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