by Dubai is every shopaholic’s dream destination. No matter what’s on your mind, Dubai has everything on its list to fulfill your desires. Add 50-70% off to these items; you cannot resist purchasing them. Isn’t it? Well, the Dubai Shopping Festival held every year annually in January is full of surprises, fun, and entertainment. Are you still looking for reasons to visit the Dubai Shopping Festival? This shopping extravaganza runs for over a month and offers indulgences in a diverse bouquet of activities and festivities. Be a part of this delightful and vibrant vibes echoing in every street corner in the Dubai city. We have listed some of the things you should indulge in during the Dubai Shopping Festival.
Where can you catch the action live?
The Dubai Shopping Festival is a city-wide festival celebrated across every corner of Dubai. Bright and vibrant lights illuminate the city skyline, and you can witness street plays, performances, live concerts, magicians and jugglers performing their art, and much more. To catch the best action, visit the tourist hotspots like the Global Village, Heritage Village, Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, Gold Souk, Al Fahidi Fort, Mall of the Emirates, Deira City Centre, Ibn Battuta Mall, Mercato Shopping Mall, Dragon Mart, Lamcy Plaza, Asianet Film Awards, Al Seef Street, Lulu Village, etc.
What all to shop during the Dubai Shopping Festival?
Apparels
Be spoilt for choices with the fantastic variety on display. There are plenty of global international brands to choose from at unbelievable prices.
Gold Jewelry
You will be amazed by the wide variety and prices of the gold and other precious metals in Dubai. Pure and intricate designs are available with contemporary and modern designs.
Electronic gadgets
Dubai is a duty-free land, and you would get better chances to own modern devices at low dirt prices than during the DSF.
Exotic Spices & Dry Fruits
From aromatic spices like saffron or black cardamom to exotic dry fruits. You will find everything to match all tastes. And don’t be surprised at the prices on offer.
Perfumes and Cosmetics
Name the brand, and it should be available to you. All duty-free, you can indulge in shopping wholeheartedly without overshooting your budget.
Watches
Quality leather found in Dubai is unmatched with the one found in many parts of the world. Stack up your leather collection with some creative and innovative goods.
Leather Bags and Jackets
One of the most popular items that is purchased during DSF is gold. Gold is considered important and auspicious in Middle Eastern, African and Asian cultures, and tourists from these continents make full use of the massive discounts on gold jewellery. Coupled with DSF’s discounts and no taxes on the gold, prices here are low. Plus, gold being an asset that increases in value, it just makes sense to buy it.
Home Décor
The Carpet Oasis offers an incredible variety of colorful carpets to cover any floor space. Purchase them at an incredible 50-75% discount.
Souvenirs
Purchase souvenirs for your loved ones back home or take back exciting items that you can cherish lifelong.
Shopping tip :
Plan your purchases well in advance and shop early. You can avoid the crowd and not miss out on fantastic deals on your favorite brands. Also, do your research thoroughly where you want to head to for exploiting the sale.
Other activities to indulge in apart from shopping
The grand Dubai festival is not just about shopping, there is a host of activities to indulge in starting from celebrity stage shows & performances, tasting diverse global cuisines, meeting your favorite celebrities, live music and concerts, magic shows, juggler acts, colorful flash mobs, and the lucky Raffle ticket draws.
If you are traveling with kids, there are plenty of activities to keep them engaged and occupied. They can meet their favorite cartoon characters like Pokemon, Tarzan, and Casper. For fashion vistas, check out the latest fashion trends at the Dubai Fashion Week hosted on the famous skating rink of the Dubai Mall transforming into fashion on the ice runway.
Well, the Dubai Shopping Festival festivities kick off with spectacular fireworks and a fabulous light and sound show. No matter what your age or gender or nationality is, you will be spellbinding by the above. We recommend you to experience at least one of them during your trip. It will leave you with plenty of memorable memories to cherish.
Another highlight of the Shopping festival is the vibrant, colorful, eye-catching city tour packages. Browse through significant landmarks like the Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab, Al Fahidi Fort, Dhow Cruises, and much more. These activities give an excellent insight into the rich cultural heritage of the UAE and Dubai. There are fantastic discounts offered on these tours during the DSF.
If that was not all, then the Global Village and the Heritage Village will surely astonish you. There are different pavilions here representing different countries. Collect souvenirs, taste local delicacies of the region and get a sneak peak about different cultures around the world. For the adventure lovers, indulge in the exciting desert safaris – that is an experience in itself, dune bashing, hot-air-balloon ride. You can also visit one of the water parks to enjoy a splash of thrilling water rides.
