Fun, Feast and Food are the words that rightfully describe December in Dubai. Apart from the deals and discounts to set the mood for the upcoming Dubai Shopping Festival in 2012, December in Dubai has started in full swing with the celebrations of UAE National Day. Weather in Dubai in the month of December is ideal for tourists as the average temperature is about 26°C (79 °F) which basically means that Dubai will enjoy bright, sun-scrubbed days, low humidity and comfortable temperature. Being a tourist country, Christmas and New Year celebrations are already in planning. Here is a list of a few not to be missed events in Dubai in December. Sharon Shannon in the Irish Village The sound of fiddle soothes the soul and calms the mind. Don’t miss a chance to feel uplifted by the traditional Irish fiddler player Sharon Shannon at Irish Village. Ticket Charges: Dhs159Time: 9 pmDate: 8th DecemberLocation: Irish Village, Garhoud,Dubai Barney Live in DubaiThe lovable purple dinosaur Barney is in Dubai. Don't miss your chance to see Barney Live in a stage show that is bound to amuse whole family including mummies and daddies. Ticket Charges: Dhs185 (Tickets for 2 adults and 2 children with exclusive framed photograph with Barney and key ring per purchase). Time: 4pm – 6 pm – 8pm (3 Shows daily)Date: 8th December – 10th December Location: Zabeel Hall 1, Dubai World Trade Centre Laughter Factory Attend an uncontrollable laughter session at Laughter factory with some of the best stand up comedians like Owen O'Neill, Markus Birdman and Gordon Southern.Ticket Charges: Dhs130Time: 9pmDate & Location: 8th December at Mövenpick Hotel Jumeirah Beach, Dubai9th December at The Majlis, The Irish Village, Dubai14th December at Zinc, Crowne Plaza Dubai, Dubai15th December at Grand Millennium Dubai, Dubai16th December at Mazina, The Address, Dubai Marina, Dubai Chris Brown F.A.M.E. TourUS Hip Hop and R&B singer Chris Brown is coming to Dubai as part of his F.A.M.E tour. Don’t miss his exceptional dance moves, captivating voice, charismatic looks and mind blowing performance. Ticket Charges: Dhs995 – Fame lounge, Dhs 295.00 - Silver (Standing), Dhs 395.00-Gold (Standing), Dhs 595.00 Platinum (Standing) Time: 6: 30 pm Date: 9th December Location: Dubai Festival City Concert Arena, Dubai Book a Dubai holiday apartment that is perfect for a short break or a long-relaxing holiday, in December. Dubai is indeed a tourist paradise. A R Rehman Live in ConcertA two-time Academy Award winning music maestro A. R. Rahman will be performing live in Dubai. Mozart of Madras will wow fans as he performs live on stage. Ticket Charges: Dhs1000 - VVIP, Dhs350 - VIP, Dhs250 - Grandstand, Dhs175 - Standing premium, Dhs100 – BalconyTime: 9pm Date: 9th December Location: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai Sports City, Dubai Tamer Hosny Live in ConcertThe renowned Egyptian singer, songwriter and producer Tamer Hosny is back in Dubai and will be singing some of his best hi...