Dubai Shopping Festival’s 30th anniversary kicks off with incredible prizes and non-stop fun
From fireworks to drone shows: DSF promises a month of unforgettable moments
DUBAI: The 30th edition of the iconic Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) is set to kick off this weekend, transforming the emirate into a hub of magic, excitement, and endless adventures from 6 December 2024 to 12 January 2025.
Organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), this season promises a non-stop celebration for 38 back-to-back days, creating unmissable moments for everyone to treasure together. From incredible A-list concerts and non-stop fireworks to dazzling twice-nightly drone shows, world-class retail adventures, and astounding raffles, DSF’s eagerly anticipated season will dazzle with only-in-Dubai city-wide experiences for everyone, every day, in every corner of the city.
Check out the line-up of events and experiences taking place in the first week of the most extraordinary programme in DSF history.
321 FESTIVAL - DSF Opening Weekend Concerts
The highly anticipated 321 Festival lights up Dubai on 6 December with Georges Wassouf and Kadim Al Sahir. On 8 December, the energy will soar even higher with Coke Studio Live. Tickets are now available and selling fast for Kadim Al Sahir and Georges Wassouf and Coke Studio Live — don’t miss this electrifying opening weekend.
- Date: December 6-8
- Location: Coca-Cola Arena
321 FESTIVAL - Family Carnival & Entertainment
A dazzling array of carnival-themed activities, immersive workshops, and captivating roaming entertainment will head to the heart of Dubai for DSF’s epic opening weekend. This vibrant, family-friendly celebration will run daily from 12pm until late evening, creating an atmosphere filled with endless fun, excitement, and magical moments for all ages.
- Date: December 6-8
- Location: City Walk
DSF Daily Fireworks
Dazzling shows by Al Zarooni Group will illuminate Dubai Festival City Mall every day at 9:15PM, while Hatta will light up the skies every Friday and Saturday at 8PM.
- Date: December 6, 2024 - January 12, 2025
- Location: Dubai Festival City Mall and Hatta
DSF Twice-Daily Drone Show
Dubai skies will come alive with spectacular twice-daily drone shows presented by Emarat at 8pm and 10pm. The longest in DSF history, these mesmerising performances will feature a total of 1,000 drones creating all-new breathtaking displays that celebrate Dubai’s rich past, dynamic present, and visionary future. From 6 to 26 December, the first theme of the show will captivate audiences with vibrant visuals and stunning drone formations, paying tribute to three decades of iconic DSF moments.
- Date: December 6, 2024 - January 12, 2025
- Location: Bluewaters Island and The Beach, JBR
Dubai Lights
Dubai Lights will transform the city into a radiant showcase of creativity through immersive light installations designed by renowned international artists, turning the city into a glowing hub of artistic brilliance.
- Date: December 6, 2024 - January 12, 2025
- Location: Bluewaters Island, Palm Nakheel Mall, Palm West Beach, Al Seef, Dubai Design District, Al Marmoom, Kite Beach, Hatta, and City Walk
DSF Nights
The mall’s Festival Bay will come alive with free-to-attend Saturday night concerts by top Arab stars including Ahmed Saad on 6 December and Shamma Hamdan on 7 December for DSF’s epic opening weekend. One-of-a-kind retail pop-ups and trendy dining concepts will bring even more excitement to the experience, while the IMAGINE show will deliver a breathtaking spectacle twice every evening, concluding with awe-inspiring fireworks.
Families will delight in a vibrant array of entertainment, with engaging activities and performances designed for all ages, including daily meet-and-greets with the city’s beloved characters, Modesh & Dana, and a dazzling experience by the spectacular Pluma Circus. Adding to the thrill, shoppers will have the unique chance to witness DSF’s daily raffle draws live and get the chance to win one Million Blue Rewards (equivalent to Dh10,000) with DSF Modesh & Blue Rewards Millionaire raffle.
- Date: December 6, 2024 - January 12, 2025
- Location: Dubai Festival City Mall
X Factor Live Show
The world-renowned X Factor live show will bring electrifying talent and unforgettable performances every Sunday as part of DSF Nights at Dubai Festival City Mall. In partnership with Dubai TV as part of DSF, this iconic singing competition will transform Dubai Festival City Mall into a hub of musical brilliance from 10:30PM to 1:00AM.
A dazzling production and star-studded judges including Ragheb Alama, Rahma Riad, and Fayez AlSaeed will ensure each show showcases jaw-dropping talent and thrilling performances.
- Date: Every Sunday from December 6, 2024 - January 12, 2025
- Location: DSF Nights at Dubai Festival City Mall
DSF x HATTA
Hatta Wadi Hub will come alive with enchanting light displays, dazzling firework displays on the weekend, a vibrant mix of live music performances, outdoor experiences, iconic dining options, immersive lights, and fireworks. Free entry for all from 12pm to 12am on weekends and 4pm to 10pm on weekdays.
- Date: December 6, 2024 - January 5, 2025
- Location: Hatta Wadi Hub
Thirty Seconds to Mars
The legendary band, Thirty Seconds to Mars, promises an electrifying performance, with tickets starting at Dh295 and available for purchase now on the Coca-Cola Arena website.
- Date: December 12, 2024
- Location: Coca-Cola Arena
Winter City
Join Mrs. Claus for festive fun, including sorting the naughty and nice list, decorating cookies, and creating holiday crafts. Brimming with surprises and holiday cheer, the factory will be open daily from 2pm to 10pm, with tickets priced at Dh40 online and Dh50 at the box office.
- Date: December 6, 2024 - January 12, 2025
- Location: Expo City Dubai, Al Wasl Plaza
Dubai Racing Carnival
The Dubai Racing Carnival will make its grand return for the 2024-2025 season, offering an impressive prize purse and a line-up of world-class events. The season will feature thrilling horse races, vibrant live entertainment, and exquisite five-star dining every Friday, making it one of the most prestigious gatherings in the region.
- Date: December 6, 2024 onwards
- Location: Meydan Racecourse
DSF Visa DIB Millionaire
By spending Dh500 cumulatively with a Dubai Islamic Bank Visa Debit or Credit Card at participating DSF stores, shoppers will gain entries into a draw to win an incredible 1 million dirhams, with no limit on the number of entries.
- Date: December 6, 2024 - January 12, 2025
- Location: Citywide
DSF Amber Millionaire
This DSF, Amber Millionaire presents an extraordinary chance for 30 Amber Members to win one million Amber points each, equivalent to Dh10,000, by spending Dh500 on full-price merchandise in a single transaction during the offer period. Customers who meet the qualifying spend will automatically be entered into the raffle draw.
- Date: December 6-8, 2024
- Location: Participating Al Tayer brands citywide
DSF Raffles
DSF brings 38 back-to-back days of incredible daily rewards, epic grand raffles, mega prize draws, and out-of-this-world retail promotions.
Each day will bring countless chances for residents and visitors to turn their dreams into reality and take home thrilling prizes like DSF Mega Raffle, incredible prizes with ENOC, Emirates Skywards Everyday Millionaire campaign, Biggest Prize of the Year promotion at Majid Al Futtaim malls, Modesh and BLUE Rewards Millionaire at Dubai Festival City Mall, Dubai Jewellery Group’s grand raffle of 1.5 million dirhams in gold, the Shop, Spin, and Win promotion by Dubai Shopping Malls Group (DSMG), and 30 DSF Golden Ticket prizes totalling a whopping Dh300,000 this season.
- Date: December 6, 2024 - January 12, 2025
- Location: Citywide
DSF Partners
Dubai Shopping Festival is supported by Key Partner VISA Dubai Islamic Bank and Strategic Partners which include: Al Futtaim Malls (Dubai Festival City Mall & Festival Plaza), Al Zarooni Group (Mercato Shopping Mall), AW Rostamani Group, DHAM (Al Seef, Bluewaters, Ibn Battuta Mall, Nakheel Mall and The Outlet Village), Emirates Airline, ENOC, e&, Majid Al Futtaim (Mall of the Emirates, City Centre Mirdif, City Centre Deira), Merex Investment (City Walk and The Beach, JBR), and talabat.