The Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) 2026 festival is running from 2 July to 30 August 2026, bringing 60 days of shopping promotions, live entertainment, family attractions, and prize campaigns across Dubai. Organized by the Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), the 29th edition features the theme “Make it a Dubai…

The Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) 2026–2027 is expected to return in December 2026 and continue into January 2027, bringing weeks of retail promotions, live entertainment, and family-friendly experiences across Dubai. While the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) has not yet confirmed the official dates for the 32nd edition,…

The Public Art Abu Dhabi Biennial 2026 will return for its second edition with exhibitions and site-specific commissions across Al Ain and Abu Dhabi. The program opens in Al Ain on 23 October before launching in Abu Dhabi on 15 November, transforming public spaces with installations that encourage residents and…

The Emirates Airline Festival of Literature will return from April 15 to April 22, 2027, marking the first time the event has shifted from its traditional winter schedule. The calendar change introduces a new seasonal setting for the Arab world’s largest literary festival while reinforcing Dubai’s position as a regional…

Dubai South Business Hub Free Zone (DSBH) has announced a strategic partnership with Sony Middle East and Africa to strengthen support for entrepreneurs, startups, and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating within the free zone. The agreement combines Sony’s technology, industry expertise, and educational programmes with DSBH’s business ecosystem, providing…

The 35th Abu Dhabi International Book Fair will take place from 13 to 18 September 2026, bringing together readers, authors, publishers, and cultural leaders for six days of literary programming in the UAE capital. Under the theme “Turn the Page, Read the World,” the fair will feature talks, exhibitions, and…

Sharjah Light Festival 2026 will transform landmarks across Sharjah into large-scale canvases for light art, projection mapping, and immersive visual storytelling. Taking place over multiple dates across the emirate, the annual festival invites residents and visitors to experience illuminated architectural landmarks through creative installations celebrating culture, heritage, and innovation. As…