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The best of Dubai Shopping Festival markets
Fri, December 1, 2023
Family fun, delicious food and shopping in the outdoors – this year's DSF Markets are not to be missed.
Family fun, delicious food and shopping in the outdoors – this year's DSF Markets are not to be missed.
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Enter a world of discovery, where fashion meets food and entertainment
Celebrate a milestone moment for Dubai Shopping Festival’s flagship alternative shopping destination, Etisalat MOTB. From 19-29 January, discover a treasure trove of wonders as the popular outdoor market returns for a much-anticipated 10th anniversary edition at its new home in Dubai Design District (d3). Get ready to have a fun time exploring the open-air market featuring an all-new look inspired by this year’s theme: NYC Industrial.
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Find amazing luxury brands under one roof
Get ready for another Dubai Shopping Festival exclusive at Kulture House in Jumeirah where shoppers can explore an impressive showcase of premier fashion must-haves from kaftans and abayas to exquisite jewellery and accessories. Discover the latest in lifestyle and fashion products for women and children with emerging local brands alongside regional and global powerhouse labels. The four day pop-up market offers a rich tapestry of styles, fusing together cultural elegance with contemporary trends.
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Feast on tasty treats at this must-visit DSF foodie pop-up
Pop-up markets are synonymous with the Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF). The incredible winter weather creates the perfect backdrop for an outdoor pop-up market. An exclusive DSF experience, this year sees THE HUB become one of the first pop-up markets of the season.
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Celebrate the holiday season in the city of the future
Expo City Dubai is bringing back its popular winter wonderland from 15 December to 7 January, and everyone’s invited. Get into the festive spirit with plenty of family-friendly activities themed around the holiday season to ensure you have a jolly good time – all while sipping on some hot cocoa. Running daily from 3-11pm, this experience will give you an opportunity to become a real-life eco-hero with an exciting quest to save the North Pole.
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Find unique treasures from local businesses in one location
Foodies, families and fun-seekers are in for a treat at this exclusive DSF outdoor market where shoppers can discover emerging brands in fashion, beauty products, jewellery and more.
The Local Hub by Wardrobe Exhibition
Dubai Shopping Festival
- 14 Dec 2023 - 22 Dec 2023
- Avenue Mall, Nad Al Sheba
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Sprinkle some magic into your night
Make your way to Dubai Festival City Mall to explore the waterfront shopping destinations' outdoor chill out hotspot - The BAY by Social. Guests will find a dynamic space with exciting zones full of delicious food options, cosy coffee nooks, art installations, market stalls and kids’ play areas.
The BAY by Social
Dubai Shopping Festival
- 3 Oct 2024 - 30 Apr 2025
- Festival Bay, Dubai Festival City Mall
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Where every bite tells a story!
Get ready for an unforgettable foodie journey at CanteenX. The highly-anticipated second edition of the culinary showcase is set to bring Dubai’s burgeoning food scene back to Mushrif Park, Gate 1, during the Dubai Shopping Festival’s 30th anniversary celebrations, from 13-31 December 2024.
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Get into the Christmas spirit at this free outdoor extravaganza
The holiday season in Dubai is incomplete without a visit to the annual Madinat Jumeirah Christmas Market starting 6 December. From an impressive 36ft-tall tree to an array of seasonal food stalls and immersive family-friendly activities, this festive bazaar has something for everyone. Highlights include a live band playing yuletide tunes, retail pop-ups, abra rides with Santa and a gingerbread house.
Madinat Jumeirah Christmas Market
Entertainment
- 6 Dec 2024 - 12 Jan 2025
- Madinat Jumeirah, Fort Island
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Have a jolly good time with your loved ones
From 14-22 December Dubai Media City Amphitheatre will transform into a beautiful Winter District. Get ready to hop on your sleigh and head to the North Pole for a magical experience with family and friends. This year’s edition promises tons of holiday cheer, dazzling lights and Santa-approved fun for everyone. Explore a bustling Christmas market brimming with handcrafted gifts and seasonal treats, as well as family-friendly attractions including a snow play area for the little ones.
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Visit an unforgettable night market this winter
This Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF), experience the wonderful world of DSF Markets with a visit to Souk Al Freej in Al Warqa Park. At this night market, from 15-31 December, discover unique products from emerging Emirati-owned brands and homegrown labels.
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Buy fresh, locally-grown fruit and vegetables in Dubai
Farmers Souq returns to the tranquil surroundings of Safa Park this Dubai Shopping Festival. Growers from all over the UAE descend upon the market with their baskets bursting with wonderful, freshly sourced produce and it’s yours to take home from 9 December 2023 to 24 February 2024.
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Shop, eat and chill with family and friends
Ripe Market at the Dubai Police Academy Park kicks off its latest edition from 12 October. Peruse artisan stalls, pick up your weekly organic produce and indulge in tasty bites from a wide selection of food trucks. This weekend-only bazaar has every age catered for, with entertainment on offer for the whole family, as well as live performances, open mics, crafts workshops and yoga sessions, all in a beautiful alfresco setting.
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