Christmas in Dubai

We are traveling to Dubai over Christmas. We have never been before. Any recommendations on what to see/do relating to Christmas activities, especially Christmas Eve and Day?
Also, I know there are a ton of fantastic restaurants there, but I have no idea which are really good out of the hoards listed.
Any recommendations on restaurants that are kid friendly, not fast food, and not chains. By kid friendly I mean an 8 and 10 year old, somewhat well behaved.
I don't need them to be entertained but I don't want a stuffy atmosphere either.
A place that would have the same atmosphere as any of our souk restaurants.
To ride on the Dubai Metro...both lines are operational now I believe...and both give fantastic view of the Dubai City..ride at between 10 - 12 in the morning...less crowded and good views..
IKEA store and Festival Centre at the Dubai Festival City...
In addition to above.....Snow Park at the Mall of the Emirates, Jumeirah Beach Residence - The Walk....your kinds will love hundreds of sports bikes that are parked there in the evening, Chill Out - The Ice restaurant in the Time Square Mall, Take a walk at the Corniche area, Ibn Battuta Mall..for the heck of it
Ferrari World - Abu Dhabi
Burj Khalifa - buy your tickets online its more cheaper
Dubai mall - Several restaurants and you will enjoy the fountains
Atlantis
Safari trips
and many other things .