The Dubai Shopping Festival Returns
The Dubai Shopping Festival Returns: A Luxury Shopping and Entertainment Experience in Dubai
The Dubai Shopping Festival returns from 5 December 2025 to 11 January 2026, bringing the world’s longest running retail festival back to the city for a month of shopping, entertainment and unforgettable experiences. Each year DSF turns Dubai into a destination for global travellers who love fashion, culture and luxury lifestyle experiences.
Visitors can enjoy exclusive shopping offers from more than eight hundred international and local brands at world class malls and designer boutiques across the city. Seasonal collections, limited edition drops, and major savings make DSF one of the best times to shop in Dubai, and a highlight for travellers looking for luxury retail experiences in the Middle East.
For those who enjoy outdoor markets, DSF presents a series of contemporary pop ups featuring trending fashion, Instagram worthy installations and independent designers. It is a chance to discover new brands and enjoy shopping that feels social and immersive. Exclusive raffles throughout the festival offer major prizes, adding another layer of excitement.
Entertainment is central to DSF, with concerts by global artists, nightly fireworks, New Year celebrations and impressive drone shows. Festival Bay, Dubai Festival City Mall and Hatta host a programme of live music, performances and family friendly entertainment, reflecting Dubai’s creative and multicultural energy.
Key events this season include the DSF Drone Show presented by Emarat, which turns the night sky into an illuminated performance, and DSF Fireworks Nights, which offer free nightly shows in Festival Bay and Hatta. Visitors can also experience e and DSF Nights at Dubai Festival City Mall, where live concerts and family entertainment animate the waterfront. For a different kind of experience, DSF at Hatta Wadi Hub invites visitors to explore mountains, trails and outdoor adventures.
The Dubai Shopping Festival is more than a shopping event. It is a cultural celebration that brings together luxury retail, incredible entertainment and travel experiences during Dubai’s most beautiful season. With perfect weather, vibrant energy and a packed calendar of events, it is one of the best times of year to visit Dubai.
Whether you love fashion, live performance, outdoor experiences or simply discovering the city at its most exciting, DSF offers something memorable every day.