32 things to do this Dubai Shopping Festival ~ UAE Information

32 things to do this Dubai Shopping Festival

1 DSF opening

DSF will open with fireworks at 8:30pm tonight. The spectacular display will stretch for about 6km, the longest in the history of the festival. The musical display will be synchronised with the theme song of DSF and will illuminate the night sky along the stretch from Business Bay, Dubai Creek right up to the Shindagha area.
2 The Layali Dubai

The Layali Dubai concerts will feature some popular artists and entertainers from the region. To be held on the Burj Steps, the Layali Dubai shows are making a comeback to DSF with two nights of Arabic concerts over the
3 Global village

Global Village is the place to experience the cultures and cuisines of different countries. Visitors will be entertained by performers from each country represented at Global Village.
4 Al Seef Street

This year, Al Seef Street will host folk dances and activities by entertainers dressed in colourful national costumes. Al Seef Street will also host the DSF Bazaar.
5 Al Rigga Street

Al Rigga Street will feature family-oriented activities throughout the 32 days of DSF. The entertainment will include street performers, a night souq, the Monte Carlo circus tent and a fun fair area.
6 Promenade at Dubai Festival City

The newly-opened Promenade at Dubai Festival City is the newest DSF destination. A host of entertainment activities will be available for visitors.
7 Night Souqs

The Night souqs will feature products and cuisines from different cultures. Participants will sell arts and crafts and clothing . There will also be family entertainment and children’s activities.
8 Fireworks!

A big hit with visitors, firework displays have become synonymous with the festival since its inception. The 17th edition is no different with daily fireworks on both sides of the Creek.
9 Al Fahidi Fort

Dubai Museum lets visitors take a look at the history of Dubai through artefacts and an audio-visual presentation, among others. Traditional gift items are available as souveneirs. Close to the Museum lies the old Bastakiya area in Bur Dubai that offers a glimpse of the UAE’s culture and heritage.
10 City-wide sales

City-wide sales and discounts, offering the visitors the best value for money, are the big attraction of DSF.
11 DSF Desert Camp

The DSF Desert Camp focuses on Emirati heritage. The attractions include horse and camel rides, in addition to barbecue facilities and a food court that will serve local cuisine amongst many others. Those who would like to indulge in a bit of shopping will even find a souq selling traditional items.
12 Handicrafts

Handicrafts offer an ethnic flavour for the visitors’ shopping list. Global Village and the night souqs will be the places for bargain hunters.
13 Global Village

A number of cultural activities add flavour to the month-long festivities. Global Village, among other venues, will host about 10-15 performances every day by national groups.
14 - Heritage Activities:

The rich Emirati heritage will take pride of place during DSF 2012. The Heritage and Diving Village will host a display of horses, traditional folklore, classic car shows and many activities that will rekindle Emirati traditions.
15 Fashion

DSF fashion shows have inspired local design talents to bring out their best traditonal dresses and other creations.
16 Souqs

Souqs are part of Dubai’s shopping culture. The downtown souqs offer great bargains on scarves, shawls, handicrafts and leather items.
17 food

Dubai is known to offer the widest choices of cuisines. Although Global Village has the widest selction , other venues also offer ethnic food.
18 Kiosks

Kiosks, on streets and in malls, can offer bargains on accessories, electronics and other products.
19 Mega Raffle!

The Infiniti Mega Raffle gives coupon buyers the opportunity to take home a luxury Infiniti QX 56 model worth Dh350,000, in addition to Dh100,000 in cash every day for the 32 days of DSF. In addition, three bonus winners will be drawn as part of the bumper raffle on the final day. Each raffle coupon costs Dh200
20 Carpet and Arts Oasis

The Carpet and Arts Oasis, located at Dubai Airport Expo, hosts 150,000 carpets and art pieces from all over the world, making it the largest display of these products in the region
21 Redemption

Redemption games are available in all the funfare areas in Al Rigga Street, Al Seef Street, Global Village and Dubai Festival City.
22 Music!

Musicians will play three sets an evening with traditional instruments like the Riq and Qanoon, as well as modern ones like the electric guitar. They will perform different genres of music; from classical to jazz to hip hop and more at Dubai Festival City.
23 The Nissan Grand Raffle

The Nissan Grand Raffle is giving shoppers the chance to drive home one of eight Nissan models every day. They include the Tiida Sedan, Tiida Hatchback, Altima, Juke, Qashqai, Xterra, Murano and Patrol — with the lucky winner receiving a different model each day. Raffle coupons will be available at ENOC and EPPCO stations and can be obtained with a minimum purchase of Dh20 for all non-fuel purchases.
24 Hang with celebs!

Celebrity look-alikes from Hollywood, sports and royalty will pose for pictures with visitors at various venues.
25 Asianet Film Awards

DSF 2012 will host the Asianet Film Awards. There will also be events to coincide with Indian Republic Day and the World Arab Boxing Championships.
26 Dubai Duty

Some of the world’s biggest tennis stars will gather in Dubai for the annual championships. The tournament starts from 26Dubai Duty February 1 at the Dubai Tennis Stadium.
27 Exhibitions

Several exhibitions are being held during DSF. They include the Sign and Graphic Imaging Middle East, the Arab Health Exhibition and Congress, Intersec Middle East and the Weight Loss show.
28 Gold Raffle

Every day, the Dubai Gold and Jewellery Group will give away half-a-kilogram of gold to a winner. On the last day of DSF, three kilograms of gold await a shopper. Shoppers will receive coupons to enter the raffle after spending Dh1,000 or more on gold purchases at any of the participating outlets across the city. A scratch-and-win campaign also offers shoppers the chance to win gold and diamonds worth up to Dh2 million.
29 Al Seef Street

Al Seef Street will host theatrical shows by troupes from the UAE, Egypt, Syria and India, among others.
30 Street Performers

There will be performances given by ‘Sound-alikes’ of famous artists at the Dubai Festival City. Solo musicians will also keep visitors entertained.
31 Funfares!

DSF funfares offer a grand selection of rides to thrill children and adults alike. They are available at the Global Village, Al Rigga Street, Dubai Festival City among other places.
32 Street carnivals

Carnivals are among the most popular events of DSF. The Dubai Carnival will have the theme of ‘One World, One Family, One festival’. There will be floats, performers, music, and fireworks and laser

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