As the year 2024 is coming to an end, one has to start planning for the next year. After all, living in Dubai, you already know that the city has several events that happen every few days, and these events, and celebrations are enough to keep everybody occupied and so to ensure you are always ready for the celebrations, we have a tentative list of the dates on which some of the biggest events will be happening.
1. Dubai Shopping Festival
Undoubtedly one of the biggest shopping festivals in the city, this festival, which began on December 6, 2024 is going to continue till January 12. Happening across several partner outlets including malls and shopping complexes, people can pick up some of the most heavily discounted goodies for massive discounts.
On till: January 12
2. Chinese New Year
The Chinese New Year is celebrated across the city through live entertainment events and even special promotions. The day then gets concluded with spectacular fireworks before, in which several cultural activities and delicious food offerings entice the people. For the year 2025, the Chinese New Year, which is also known as the Spring Festival will begin on January 24, and will conclude on February 2.
When: January 24 to February 2, 2025
3. Dubai Fashion Season
While the exact dates are not out yet, it is expected that the spring or summer collection will launch in quarter one or two of the next year and the fall or winter collection will be showcased in quarter three and quarter four of 2025.
4. Ramadan & Eid Al Fitr (Speculative)
During Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr, Dubai sees several cultural activities and there is general excitement in the air during the holy month that is absolutely unparalleled. And it is expected that this period will begin from February 28, 2025 and conclude around April 6. However, these are all on the basis of astronomic dates as the exact days are yet to be decided as they will be on the basis of moon sighting.
When: February 28 to April 6, 2025
5. Dubai Games And Digital Sports Festival
This gaming festival will be a leading hub for gaming and esports. As it will host events and activities across the emirate for 17 days, it is expected to begin on April 25 and run till May 11, 2025. Truly a fiesta for e-gamers, make sure to keep it in mind if you also love to play video games.
When: April 25 to May 11, 2025
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6. 3-Day Super Sale
Although the dates for this event has not yet been announced, it is expected that the first edition of the 3-Day Super Sale will taken place in the month of May while the second one is probably going to happen in November. It is truly one of the most popular sale events in Dubai as discounts could be anywhere between 25% to 90% on a variety of items.
7. Eid Al Adha (Speculative)
Another event that is based on the astronomical calendar, it could be from June 2 to 8 in 2025. However, the exact days will come out once the moon has been sighted. During this festival, there are exclusive discounts, exciting offers, delicious dishes, and of course, even fireworks that truly leave people amazed.
8. Dubai Summer Surprises
It is expected that this event will happen from June 27 to August 31 in 2025. A great opportunity for not just the residents, but even for visitors to spend some time indoors, it allows a range of exciting activities at indoor arenas across the city to truly experience the exciting things that Dubai has to offer for people indoors in summer.
When: June 27 to August 31
9. Dubai Home Festival
Dubai Home Festival will be running from October 3 to 16 in 2025. Complete with exciting offers, the city will offer some great promotions on home furnishing products. From appliances to even home decor items, the offers will be on a variety of things that you wouldn’t want to miss out on.
When: October 3 to 16, 2025
10. Dubai Fitness Challenge
Just like in previous years, the Dubai Fitness Challenge will be happening from November 1 to 30. This 30-day challenge motivates residents across the emirate to adopt a healthy lifestyle by exercising and partaking in fitness activities without stopping for 30 days. There are several exciting events that also take place during the period. From the Dubai Run Challenge to the Dubai Cycling Challenge, the events are quite exciting and perfect for fitness enthusiasts.
So, with these tentative dates at your disposal, stay tuned to this space to truly be updated about all the upcoming events.
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