Smothered in glamour and history, the dazzling city of Dubai has made it to the top of everyone’s lists; especially for long holidays, whether it’s an extended weekend break or the summer holidays!
January to April
The Dubai Shopping Festival is in full force at the start of the year! Go crazy and shop till you drop! February features the Virgin Radio RedFest DXB and Emirates Airline Dubai Jazz Fest which is set to attract artists like Alessia Cara, Enrique Iglesias, Mike Posner and more! The Dubai Food Festival also gets underway. Dubai’s most prestigious horse race starts In March along with the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature. Comic Con starts in April; don’t miss out on that! With a number of hotels in Dubai, Deira is the most central; with properties like AVANI Deira Dubai Hotel booking up fast during the busy months!
May to July
Dubai will be visited by Mary Poppins and Justin Beiber in May. With Ramadan set to start at the end of May, prepare your stomach for iftars and suhoors followed with many traditional festivities. The Dubai World Trade Centre is a flurry of activity in July and the Dubai Sports World attracts local and international athletes to take part in a variety of sports.
August to October
Dubai Summer Suprises begins in August; a combination of entertainment and sales for the entire family to enjoy! Eid Al Adha which brings more festivities to the city starts in September. October opens its doors to the world of fashion with Fashion Forward.
November to December
Ed Sheeran’s in town in November! December is the most favourite; with a range of festivities from UAE National Day, Rugby Sevens and New Year’s Eve!
Fritzjames Stephen is a travel writer, who writes content based on the myriad of experiences and indulgences that the world has to offer travellers across all walks of life.
