Dubai reveals dates for 28th edition of annual shopping festival

The 28th edition of Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) will begin from December 15 and run until 29 January 2023.  DSF is back this year with 46 days of spectacular entertainment, big name concerts, unmissable fashion exclusives, unbeatable shopping deals, raffles, incredible hotel and dining and so much more.

Organised by the Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), the upcoming edition of DSF will light up the city with excitement, enthusiasm and adventure, offering the very best to all residents and visitors.  DSF visitors can expect a packed programme of events, including theatrical performances, community markets and exclusive exhibitions, folklore and heritage shows, fun fairs, and many other activities for families and children.

Bigger, better, and more spectacular than ever before!
Prepare yourself for seven weeks of festivities, unbeatable deals, headliner celebrities, grand wins, and adventure! All and more awaiting at Dubai shopping festival! 🙌🏼🤯🥳🤩
🗓️15th Dec – 29th Jan 2023#MyDSF pic.twitter.com/mS4YJzmaWH

— Celebrate Dubai (@CelebrateDubai) December 11, 2022

Speaking about what to expect from DSF 2022-2023, Ahmed Al Khaja, CEO of Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment, said, “Dubai Shopping Festival is not just the world’s longest-running retail festival, but also its best. The seven-week festival showcases the incredible experiences, events and entertainment that our great city has to offer. This DSF, we invite everyone to celebrate with us and explore the diverse experiences across entertainment, gastronomy, shopping, leisure and lifestyle that only Dubai can deliver. In collaboration with our valued partners and retailers, we look forward to another DSF season of world-class experiences that create unforgettable memories for our residents and visitors.”

The festival will see the world’s best New Year’s Eve celebrations, unique dining experiences, raffles, the best deals from homegrown and global brands, and live concerts by regional and international music icons.This year will also mark the return of the popular Market OTB at Burj Park, DSF Market at Al Seef, the longest running DSF Drones Light Show and the captivating Dubai Lights Exhibition to deliver a celebratory festival experience.

The DSF fireworks displays will also be back with  this year, along with the drone show. Tunes Dxb, too, returns by popular demand, bringing ten days of celebration for music lovers with live performances with some of the region’s hottest and hippest emerging talents.