Here’s when the next Dubai Shopping Festival will light up the city
Concerts, food markets and raffles set to thrill visitors
DUBAI Shopping Festival (DSF) is returning for its 31st edition, running from 6 December 2025 to 12 January 2026, bringing 38 days of spectacular shopping, entertainment and cultural events.
First launched in 1996, DSF has become the world’s longest-running retail festival and continues to grow bigger each year.
This edition promises not only unmissable discounts but also star-studded concerts, dazzling light shows and creative experiences across the city. Visitors can expect international headliners, breathtaking drone displays and family-friendly entertainment throughout Dubai.
What to expect from DSF 2025-26?
At the heart of DSF are the shopping offers, with more than 800 international and local brands across Dubai’s malls delivering massive discounts. Exclusive raffles will give shoppers the chance to win luxury prizes, making every purchase even more exciting.
Beyond retail, festivalgoers can enjoy nightly performances, light shows and celebrity appearances. Music fans will have the opportunity to see some of the biggest names in the industry perform live on stage.
Where to eat?
Food enthusiasts will find plenty to savour at pop-up culinary markets such as CanteenX, featuring dishes by local chefs served in Instagram-worthy settings. Visitors can also enjoy outdoor dining experiences, live DJ sets, interactive workshops and a family fun zone designed to keep all ages entertained.
Dubai Fitness Challenge
Alongside DSF, the Dubai Fitness Challenge 2025 will also return, encouraging residents and tourists to embrace an active lifestyle through new activities and challenges. Together, the two events will transform the city into a hub of energy, shopping and cultural discovery.