Golden reindeer, roaming nutcrackers on stilts and sweet-themed kids’ activities have taken over The Outlet Village this winter.

Transformed into a festive paradise until 25 December, Dubai’s Tuscan-inspired indoor shopping and leisure destination by Meraas offers oodles of festive fun, in addition to unbeatable bargains on more than 500 brands.

Roaming festive performers – from daring unicyclists to talented jugglers – proved to be a pleasant surprise for shoppers.

While parents got their gifts wrapped at the station, children waited in eager anticipation as the Grinch revealed his true plans during the stage show, and squealed with delight as the actors presented them with gifts at the end.

At the Festive Candyland Factory, the little ones happily coloured candy canes and enjoyed delicious treats to their hearts’ delight.

And when Santa Claus eventually showed up with hopping and skipping elf mascots in tow, visitors young and old rushed to take pictures with the entourage under the glittering festive tree.

Visitors also capped off the day by participating in the AED200 Spend & Win ending on 25 Dec, for a chance to win a red 2019 Chevrolet Blazer, with the winner to be announced on 26 Dec.