• Electrifying DSF Nights with live shows, fireworks, and food.
  • Experience thrilling adventures at Hatta’s serene mountain escapes.
  • Stunning drone displays and dazzling lights across iconic locations.
  • Exclusive events like X Factor Live and Dubai Police Carnival.

Dubai’s most awaited season of the year is back, and this time, it’s more iconic than ever! Celebrating its monumental 30th anniversary, the Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) is redefining what it means to enjoy the city’s magic. Whether you’re a thrill-seeker, a foodie, a music lover, or simply seeking a peaceful escape, DSF has curated an array of experiences that promise to make this season unforgettable.

DSF Nights at Dubai Festival City Mall

📍 Location: Dubai Festival City Mall
🗓 Date: Until 12 January 2025
Every Saturday, immerse yourself in electrifying performances by Arab music legends like Hams Fekri (4 January) and Ibraheem Alsultan (11 January), with free entry via the Blue Rewards App. Add more to your evenings with vibrant performances by local artists like Sara Tarabusi & Ray Beatbox (3 & 8 January) and Abri (10 January). The twice-daily IMAGINE shows (6:30 pm & 9 pm) light up the waterfront, culminating in dazzling fireworks displays. Relish delicious bites from SALT, MOSHI, and more while kids enjoy the whimsical Spacetoon stage featuring beloved characters like Bluey and Barney.

X Factor Live Show

📍 Location: Dubai Festival City Mall
🗓 Date: Every Sunday until 12 January 2025
Experience the glitz and glamour of the X Factor live stage as contestants battle their way to the semi-finals (11 January) and the grand finale (12 January). Free spots are available through the Blue Rewards App, so don’t miss this star-studded extravaganza.

DSF Auto Season

📍 Location: Citywide
🗓 Date: Until 12 January 2025
Calling all car enthusiasts! Witness Dubai’s first-ever DSF Auto Season with automotive showcases, parades, and interactive meetups. Whether it’s craftsmanship or adrenaline, this event offers it all.

e& MOTB

📍 Location: Dubai Design District (D3)
🗓 Date: Until 12 January 2025
This vibrant open-air market boasts live concerts, over 50 new retail vendors like Cider and The Gold Gods, and food concepts such as Homer Lobster. Don’t miss the DSF Grand Finale Drone Show on 12 January and daily entertainment featuring creative installations like the Smash Room Truck and Beauty Bloc.

The Uncommon x DSF

📍 Location: Al Marmoom
🗓 Date: Until 12 January 2025
Immerse yourself in a magical desert retreat blending nature with creativity. Enjoy arcade games, cosy fire pits, and seasonal delicacies curated by Chef Sheikha Hesa Al Khalifa. The enchanting lighting installations make this a perfect evening escape.

Dubai Lights

📍 Location: Multiple venues including Bluewaters Island, Al Seef, and City Walk
🗓 Date: Until 12 January 2025
Step into a world of glowing wonder as artistic light installations transform the city into a dreamy masterpiece. Stroll through themed zones inspired by Water, Air, Fire, Energy, and Connection for the ultimate Instagram-worthy moments.

DSF Fireworks

📍 Location: Dubai Festival City Mall & Hatta
🗓 Date: Until 12 January 2025
Brighten up your nights with breathtaking fireworks displays daily at Dubai Festival City Mall at 9 pm and Hatta every Friday and Saturday at 8 pm.

DSF Drones

📍 Location: Bluewaters and The Beach, JBR
🗓 Date: Until 12 January 2025
Witness the longest Drone Show in DSF history, featuring 1,000 drones in stunning 2D and 3D formations. Special skydiving stunts and pyrotechnics on 11 January add to the spectacle. Shows happen twice nightly at 8 pm and 10 pm.

Dubai Police Carnival

📍 Location: City Walk
🗓 Date: 10–12 January 2025
Celebrate with Dubai Police’s live horse shows, military parades, and innovative exhibitions. From police dog performances to awareness lectures, this carnival has something for everyone.

Transformers 40 x Vincent Faudemer

📍 Location: e& MOTB, The Uncommon x DSF, DSF Auto Season (Dubai Hills Mall)
🗓 Date: Until 12 January 2025
Celebrate 40 years of the Transformers franchise with a breathtaking hologram experience designed by Vincent Faudemer.

Plan your journey with the DSF Digital Map, an interactive guide to help you explore Dubai’s iconic events, from dazzling fireworks to tranquil escapes in the mountains.

For more information, visit the official Dubai Shopping Festival website and follow @DubaiFestivals on Instagram and TikTok.

Get ready to make memories that will last a lifetime this DSF season!