Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) will return on December 4 for its 32nd edition, bringing 45 days of concerts, drone shows, waterfront light displays, shopping promotions and family entertainment across the city. The festival runs until January 17, 2027.

The opening weekend will feature regional singer Rashid Al Majed at Coca-Cola Arena on December 4 and international DJ Steve Aoki at the same venue on December 5.

From December 5, the waterfront between The Beach JBR and Bluewaters Island will host nightly multimedia light shows from 7.30pm to 10.30pm, including two drone shows with music, laser displays and architectural laser mapping on selected JBR towers. A floating installation with searchlights and lasers will be positioned in the bay.

Ahead of the festival, a free Khaleeji-themed candlelight concert will be held at DSF x Hatta Wadi Hub on December 2 to mark Eid Al Etihad.

Ahmed Al Khaja, CEO of Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), said the 32nd edition marks an exciting new chapter in a journey spanning more than three decades, with new entertainment, shopping and family experiences.

Participating malls and retail destinations will offer promotions and prize draws; further details on retailers, promotions and prizes will be announced closer to the event.

(Source: Khaleej Times)