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Dubai Events 2026

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Don't miss these world-renowned events happening in 2026

Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF)
Dec
Festival

Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF)

The world's longest-running shopping festival featuring massive retail sales, daily fireworks, drone shows, and concerts across the city.

📍 Citywide 🗓️ Dec 5, 2025 - Jan 11, 2026
Dubai World Cup
Mar
Sports

Dubai World Cup

The world's richest day of horse racing, combining high-stakes sport with high fashion and entertainment.

📍 Meydan Racecourse 🗓️ Mar 28, 2026
Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
Dec
Sports

Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

The spectacular season finale of the Formula 1 World Championship at Yas Marina Circuit.

📍 Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi 🗓️ Dec 4 - 6, 2026
New Year's Eve Celebrations
Dec
Festival

New Year's Eve Celebrations

World-famous fireworks and celebrations at Burj Khalifa, Palm Jumeirah, and across the city.

📍 Citywide 🗓️ Dec 31, 2026

2026 Event Calendar

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January 2026

Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF)
Festival Dec 5, 2025 - Jan 11, 2026

Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF)

The world's longest-running shopping festival featuring massive retail sales, daily fireworks, drone shows, and concerts across the city.

Citywide
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Hero Dubai Desert Classic
Sports Jan 22 - 25, 2026

Hero Dubai Desert Classic

A Rolex Series event on the DP World Tour, attracting the world's top golfers to the Emirates Golf Club.

Emirates Golf Club
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Quoz Arts Fest
Culture Jan 24 - 25, 2026

Quoz Arts Fest

A celebration of art, culture, and community in Al Quoz Creative Zone, featuring exhibitions, live music, and food trucks.

Alserkal Avenue
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Emirates Airline Festival of Literature
Culture Jan 21 - 27, 2026

Emirates Airline Festival of Literature

The Arab World's largest celebration of the written and spoken word, hosting international authors and thinkers.

InterContinental Dubai Festival City
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February 2026

Dubai Marathon
Sports Feb 1, 2026

Dubai Marathon

One of the world's fastest marathon courses, attracting elite athletes and thousands of amateur runners.

Umm Suqeim Road
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Taste of Dubai
Food Feb 6 - 8, 2026

Taste of Dubai

The city's favorite food, drink, and music festival featuring top chefs, pop-up restaurants, and masterclasses.

Skydive Dubai
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Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships
Sports Feb 15 - 28, 2026 (Est.)

Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships

A premier WTA and ATP tournament hosting the biggest names in tennis.

Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium
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Holy Month of Ramadan
Culture Feb 16 - Mar 22, 2026 (Est.)

Holy Month of Ramadan

A spiritual month of fasting, prayer, and community. Experience Iftars, Suhoors, and cultural traditions.

Citywide
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March 2026

Dubai World Cup
Sports Mar 28, 2026

Dubai World Cup

The world's richest day of horse racing, combining high-stakes sport with high fashion and entertainment.

Meydan Racecourse
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April 2026

Art Dubai
Art Apr 17 - 19, 2026

Art Dubai

The leading international art fair in the Middle East, showcasing contemporary and modern art from around the globe.

Madinat Jumeirah
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Dubai International Boat Show
Lifestyle Apr 8 - 12, 2026

Dubai International Boat Show

The region's largest marine and lifestyle event, featuring superyachts, diving equipment, and luxury marine toys.

Dubai Harbour
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May 2026

Arabian Travel Market (ATM)
Business May 4 - 7, 2026

Arabian Travel Market (ATM)

The market leader for the international travel and tourism industry in the Middle East.

Dubai World Trade Centre
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July 2026

Dubai Summer Surprises
Festival Jul 3 - Aug 30, 2026

Dubai Summer Surprises

Dubai's summer shopping and entertainment extravaganza with sales, raffles, and family activities.

Citywide
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October 2026

Dubai Fitness Challenge
Wellness Oct 2026 (TBC)

Dubai Fitness Challenge

A citywide initiative challenging everyone to complete 30 minutes of activity for 30 days.

Citywide
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December 2026

Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
Sports Dec 4 - 6, 2026

Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

The spectacular season finale of the Formula 1 World Championship at Yas Marina Circuit.

Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi
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GITEX Global
Tech Dec 7 - 11, 2026

GITEX Global

The world's largest tech and startup super-connector event.

Dubai World Trade Centre & Dubai Harbour
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Emirates Dubai 7s
Sports Dec 2026 (TBC)

Emirates Dubai 7s

The largest sports and entertainment festival in the Middle East.

The Sevens Stadium
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New Year's Eve Celebrations
Festival Dec 31, 2026

New Year's Eve Celebrations

World-famous fireworks and celebrations at Burj Khalifa, Palm Jumeirah, and across the city.

Citywide
Details & Map