Dubai Shopping Festival is truly one of the most-awaited events on the calendar. And it is finally making its return this December. Yes, the shopping fiesta is returning for its 32nd edition to Dubai from December 4th to January 17th, and we are here to tell you all about the upcoming fiesta.
Dubai Shopping Festival Returns In December
The 32nd edition of the Dubai Shopping Festival returns from 4 December 2026 to 17 January 2027. The 45-day celebration will bring Dubai together for a season of entertainment, spectacular live events, great shopping and memorable experiences for everyone.
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Shopaholics can finally breathe a sigh of relief as the Dubai Shopping Festival returns this December, as mentioned by the Dubai Media Office. Yes, it is returning for the 32nd edition with a citywide programme. The programme spans international gastronomy, entertainment, shopping, and culture. As it happens, Dubai Shopping Festival is all set to be bigger and bolder this year. After all, it has been bringing people together for years during the Dubai winter season for the citywide event. So, whether it’s from the shores of JBR or to the scenic mountains of Hatta, the opening weekend is bound to leave people awestruck.
Fantastic Performances Planned For DSF Opening
Besides live performances, immersive attractions, and experiences, people are in for some fantastic deals that they can find at participating brands. Did you know three legendary performers are all set to headline the celebrations, which mark the opening of the fiesta? Yes, we are talking about Rashid Al Majed at Coca-Cola Arena on December 4th and Steve Aoki on December 5th at Coca-Cola Arena.
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DSF Light Show Marks Its Return
There is also a plan for waterfront entertainment wherein the DSF Light Show is marking its return. A complete multimedia experience, it is going to redefine waterfront entertainment. For this edition, the plan is to transform the bay between The Beach JBR and Bluewaters Island. It will be transformed into an open-air multimedia stage. Yes, it will be complete with animation, lasers, dynamic lighting, immersive sound, and architectural laser mapping; the show is something that people wouldn’t want to miss. Yes, it is a play of sound, light, and epic visuals that will be played from 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM on December 5th.
It’s worth mentioning that just before the opening of DSF, there is a candlelight concert that is planned at DSF X Hatta Wadi hub. This is on December 2nd, and it will mark Eid Al Ahad. There will be a Khaleeji musical performance, and it will be against the stunning backdrop of the Hatta mountains. It is free to attend e and will bring together shopping experiences, retail promotions, and opportunities to win exciting prizes.
When: December 4th to January 17th
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FAQs
When is Dubai Shopping Festival returning?
Dubai Shopping Festival returns on December 4th and will run until January 17th.
Is DSF Light Show returning?
DSF Light Show is returning for the new edition of Dubai Shopping Festival.
