What to Do and Where to Shop? The Ultimate Travel Guide to Dubai Shopping Festival, 2017!



It’s no news that Dubai is a shopper’s paradise. The infrastructural beauty and massive collections at Dubai’s grandiose malls like City Walk, The Dubai Mall and Mall of the Emirates are sure to leave you enthralled. Traditional souks such as the Perfume Souk and the Gold Souk practically guarantees you to find a souvenir that you will treasure from your holiday to Dubai. The Dubai Shopping Festival is a retail event that intends to benefit retail trade in The United Arab Emirates. You could snag the deal of a lifetime with these massive citywide shopping celebrations. Dubai becomes a global shopping destination and this year the festival commences from 26th December 2017 to 28th January 2018.

The Dubai Shopping Festival has visitors flying in from every corner of the world, and why not, it is all about global brands, great offers and fantastic bargains that appeal to even the most reluctant shopper. Right from watches and cosmetics to gold and exotic spices, this city-wide extravaganza has it all.

Here is everything you need to know about the Dubai Shopping Festival 2017/2018

Location: Where Exactly Does The Shopping Festival In Dubai Take Place?


Dubai Shopping Festival gets the ‘City of Gold’ in a vibrant festive mood with cheerful vibes floating all over the city. The Dubai Shopping Festival is a city-wide festival. You can enjoy the festival and shop from multiple locations.

The Global Village, The Dubai Mall, Al Rigga Street, Night Souk, Mall of the Emirates, Al Fahidi Fort, Gold Souk, Promenade at Dubai Festival City, The Layali Dubai Concert, DSF Desert Camp, Festival Waterfront Centre, Asianet Film Awards, Al Seef Street, Deira City Centre, Lamcy Plaza, Dragon Mart, Mercato Shopping Mall, Ibn Battuta Mall and Lulu Village are just a couple of the places where you can make the most of this festival.

Tips and Tricks: What to Buy in Dubai Shopping Festival 2017-18?


At the Shopping Festival, which is also known as DSW, you can grab amazing offers and deals from your favorite brands and devour on delectable multi-cuisine food all under one roof. Here are some of the must grabs from the festival.
  • Apparels– If designer fashion clothes are on your mind, the Dubai’s shopping festival offers on apparels will leave you amazed. Right from your favorite brands of jeans to party dresses, brands like Jack & Jones, Christian Louboutin, BOGGI, Verri, Rodeo Drive, Billionaire, Armani, Bebe, Burberry, Prada etc., have everything you have ever wanted to stuff your wardrobe. 
  • Gold Jewellery– Purity of metal with intricate designs and cheap prices are some of the major reasons why Dubai Shopping Festival is a good opportunity to purchase gold jewelry. From modern art to contemporary designs, the jewelry here surely meets all your needs.
  • Perfumes and Cosmetics– Dubai is a hub for cosmetic and perfume shopping. Brands like Bvlgari, Chanel, De Beers and Burberry will warm your heart, and the cherry on the cake is that it’s all duty-free.
  • Watches–Diamond studded watches may seem to be distant dreams, but not at the Dubai Shopping Festival. You can pick a masterpiece from your favorite collections of brands like Cartier, Michael Kors, Rado, ICW, Burberry, etc., and purchase them at measly prices after heavy discounts.
  • Exotic Spices and Dry Fruits– Pick aromatic spices like saffron or black cardamom and exotic dry fruits that otherwise cost a leg and an arm here. The discounts on these are great and quality checks are in place too.
Beyond Shopping: Things To Do at Dubai Shopping Festival 2017-18


If you are planning to visit this grand Dubai festival for reasons apart from shopping, there is so much that the city offers. The festival sizzles with jaw-dropping livemusic, celebrity performances, scrumptious Dubai food tastings, juggler acts, entertaining street-performances, magic shows and lots more. There are hearty Raffle draws and colorful flash mobs and as well.
If you are traveling with your little ones, there are numerous fun activities to keep them engaged. They get a chance to meet their favorite cartoon characters such as Casper, Pokémon, and Tarzan. Fashionistas can learn and explore the latest trends at the Dubai Fashion Week and be a first-hand witness of the stunning transformation of Dubai Mall’s famous skating rink that turns into a ‘fashion on ice’ runway.

Another highlight of the Dubai Shopping Festival 2017-2018 is its eye-catching colourful
fireworks. This annual ritual is a spellbinding experience irrespective of one’s gender or age. If you are an adventure lover, you must opt for a desert safari and can go for dune bashing as well.
A trip to Dubai is incomplete without a ride on the dhow (traditional boat). Enjoy a magical ride against the glittering city lights on the Arabian Sea and behold the iconic skyline.

Plan Your Trip To Dubai


Tourism in Dubai goes a notch-up during this month-long festival. Shoppers from all around the world liven up the place with untiring zeal and enthusiasm.

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The amazing shopping bonanza around you will surely leave you spoilt for choice. And if this doesn’t give you enough reasons to hop on a flight to Dubai and attend this event, then hold your breath for what’s more in store for you. There is an extensive line-up of world-class events that lets you stand a chance to win prizes that are worth a million dollar, including luxurious cars.
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