Dubai Shopping Festival 2024

What is Dubai Shopping Festival:

We now have an additional reason to visit Dubai: the Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF), 2024. DSF is one of the largest and longest-running shopping festivals in the world, held annually, usually for close to six weeks. This year too, Dubai is bringing out its best shopping festival of the year, i.e., the Dubai Shopping Festival, from 6th December, 2024, to 12th January, 2025. DSF was started in 1996, and this year Dubai is celebrating its 30th anniversary. Each year since 1996, DSF Dubai has been marked with something better than the year before, and similarly, this year also promises to be another highlight in the shopping arena. Dubai Shopping Festival 2024, a shopping extravaganza, is packed with amazing performances, live entertainment, top deals, heavy discounts, prize drawings, spectacular fireworks, and trailblazing concerts to entertain the people.

Dates for DSF 2024:

The 30th edition of Dubai Shopping Festival is going to be held from 6th December, 2024, to 12th January, 2025. This year, DSF will be held for a fun-filled 38 days.

Location of DSF 2024:

Dubai Shopping Festival 2024 will be held in and around Dubai as with every year. This will cover major areas like below:

• Malls: Mall of the Emirates, Dubai Mall, etc.
• Shopping Centres: Ibn Battuta Mall, Dubai Festival City Mall, etc.
• Popular Places: Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai Creek, etc.
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Although these areas will cover the DSF 2024, this list is by no means exhaustive, and there are other places of interest and malls too, that will provide a plethora of experiences for the people.

Entry Fees for DSF 2024:

There are no entry fees for Dubai Shopping Festival 2024. The DSF 2024 is a month-long shopping festival in Dubai, and as it is held in malls, shopping centres, etc., there are no charges for entry, nor does anyone have to buy tickets to enroll in DSF Dubai. Although all the experiences that a person avails will have respective charges. For example, if an individual visits the Mall of the Emirates and wants to watch a movie, he/she will have to book the tickets accordingly. Or similarly, if one wants to buy the new Apple iPhone 16, they will have to pay for the same.

To-do List at DSF:

Shopping: A DSF is a shopping extravaganza that has been running for more than 25 years and, as such, has discounts and offers for the customers like no other. Dubai is a city with more than 60 malls and offers shopping experiences ranging from leisure to luxury. The city has unbeatable discounts during DSF Dubai at various malls throughout the shopping landscape. Let us see what are the top things to shop for during this festival and also where to get the best deals for the DSF Dubai.

Top Things to Shop for During the Dubai Shopping Festival:

• Electronic Gadgets: Yes, we are talking about heavy discounts on all electronic gadgets one can think about. The DSF shopping festival not only gives discounts but also has raffle draws. To understand the magnitude of this raffle draw, guess what they are giving away apart from great prize money - Cars. Yes, Cars. Also, heavy annual discounts are available for smartphones like the iPhone 16, etc.
• Jewellery: Dubai provides authentic designs for all types of jewellery, and as such, if you are looking for shopping jewellery, then the Dubai shopping festival is the place where you will find great deals at this time of the year.
• Perfumes & watches: During DSF, you will be provided with numerous options to shop for high-end perfumes and watches at affordable prices, as thousands of shops will be competing with each other for the customers.
• Cosmetics: DSF Dubai will provide you with the newest brands and trendiest items to buy from the cosmetics.

Top Places to Shop at DSF Dubai, 2024:

• The Dubai Mall: Labelled as the shopping destination of the world, it can easily take care of all the shopping needs during the Dubai Shopping Festival. Visit Dubai Mall to experience famous places like Candilicious, Sega Republic, and KidZania, to name a few.
• Ibn Battuta Mall: Named after Ibn Battutah, an avid explorer, the mall is themed after his travels and explorations. Visit this mall to experience a different perspective, along with great discounts for shopping during the festival.
• Global Village: Global Village is a themed park showcasing multi-country cultures and pavilions. It is a perfect place for families to shop and experience cultures of different countries.
• Souks: The famous Souks of Dubai are local marketplaces in Dubai, which makes it a top shopping destination for DSF, ranging from gold jewellery, carpets, pashmina shawls, arabic ittars, local dates & nuts, etc.

Entertainment: DSF Dubai 2024 is filled with A-listers for the people visiting the event. From live concerts to comedy shows, everyone will have something to experience at the event. This year, the event is jam-packed with performances from Ricky Martin (14th December, 2024) to sports events such as the Dubai Racing Carnival.

Fireworks: DSF 2024, like the previous years, plans to dazzle the people with amazing fireworks to lighten the Dubai skyline. This year too, the fireworks will be displayed at various locations and can be viewed from different vantage points, enhancing the shopping experience. Also, if you want to experience an excellent opportunity to visit the spectacular fireworks in Dubai, you could visit Dubai during Diwali.

Top places to see fireworks in Dubai during DSF 2024:

1. Bluewaters and the Beach, JBR
2. Dubai Festival City Mall
3. Al Seef

Drone Shows: The drone shows for this year’s DSF have been designed in a way to provide a new experience to the visitors. Not only will they have new exciting shows like never before, they will also be presented in various places like Bluewaters Island and The Beach, JBR.

Tips to make the most of Dubai Shopping Festival:

Advance Booking: DSF is the biggest event of its kind in Dubai, and people from all over the world visit Dubai for the same. A well-planned itinerary is a must to make sure you don't miss out on the experience and also to limit the chances of any inconveniences, for example, booked-out concerts, etc.

Transportation: Travelling within Dubai is a simple process. Metros are the primary source of transportation and connect most of the important parts of the city. Buses act as connectors for the metro stops and the city places. Taxis, as usual, can be availed of for private tours for the interested people.

Accommodation: Dubai is a city that provides accommodation for all travellers. Although luxury is a natural element of Dubai, mid-range and affordable options are also available for hotels. As with transportation, accommodation should also be planned in advance.

Official Apps: Dubai Shopping Festival 2024 has an official app for the convenience of the travellers. All the travellers are requested to install and familiarise themselves with the same. It is a go-to app for all things, from travelling to concert timings during the festival.

Faqs:

• What is the Dubai Shopping Festival?

Dubai Shopping Festival, or DSF 2024, is one of the world's longest and largest shopping festivals held in Dubai every year for almost a month.

• Can Indians go to DSF 2024?

Yes, Indians can visit Dubai to experience the DSF 2024.

• Do Indians tourists need a Dubai visa for the Dubai Shopping Festival, 2024?

Yes, Indians require a Dubai visa to visit the country for DSF 2024.

• How can Indians get a Dubai visa for DSF?

It is very convenient to get a Dubai visa for Indians. Please visit the Dubai visa page for more details about the process or call our travel experts at 022 4164 2214 to know more.

• When is the Dubai Shopping Festival 2024?

The DSF 2024 will be held from 6th December 2024 to 12th January 2025 (i.e., 38 days).

• How will the weather be during DSF 2024?

DSF 2024 falls in the winter months for Dubai, and as such, the overall weather will be pleasant. The average daytime temperature falls around 25°C (77°F).

• What is the best time for discounts in Dubai?

Dubai Shopping Festival 2024 is the best time to avail discounts in Dubai.

• What are the best Dubai Shopping Festival Packages to get the best experience of the event?

The best DSF packages depend upon the number of people and days for the trip, and the travel dates. Please call 02241642214 to know the best Dubai packages.