Dubai will witness double celebrations this week, with all the stops being pulled out for Eid Al Adha and the opening of Dubai Summers Surprises featuring thrilling entertainment in malls and exceptional gastronomy offers citywide.
Head down to some of Dubai’s best loved malls to enjoy captivating free music and dance performances, or make the most of delectable food and beverage offers at some of Dubai’s favourite foodie destinations, citywide.
Music and more
Make space in your calendar over the Eid holidays to catch talented artists and performers from all over the globe on 29 and 30 June at Ibn Battuta Mall and City Centre Mirdif, with an array of live entertainment, stunning dance performances, and talented musicians - from 4pm to 10pm, daily.
Head to Ibn Battuta Mall on 29 and 30 July to catch an incredible series of musical performances, and all for free. Both evenings kick off with Canadian-Lebanese, award winning singer songwriter Danny Aridi, starting at 5:10pm, followed by a set from Arabic fusion musician ZigZag Ghanim. Nagham Debal, the first female Qanunist in the UAE, will grace the stage at 8pm, after which, 17-year-old Emirati singer, songwriter and dancer, Alya Ali will delight fans from 10pm to 10:40pm. The show on both nights will close out with an epic showcase by A Celebration of Cultures with a stunning mix of dance, music and art.
At City Centre Mirdif on 29 June, celebrations start with a thrilling set by talented magician Magical Most at 4pm, followed by an enchanting performance by Emirati singer, songwriter and guitarist No So Human. The two sets will take place again at 5pm and at 6:45pm. The night will end with an hour-long performance by the Jordanian composer, singer, performer, and producer Aziz Maraka with his Arabic rock-jazz fusion at 9pm.
At City Centre Mirdif on the following evening, 30 June, there's also a treat in store for shoppers, with Asia’s Got Talent performers from the Philippines, the Urban Crew Flyers, who will wow the crowds with a dance show starting at 4:15pm, with additional performances at 6:15pm and 7:45pm. The youngest DJ in Dubai, DJ Michelle, at just 11 years old, will be selecting her favourite tracks at 5:15pm and again at 6:45pm. The final act of the day is the internationally loved English YouTube-sensation-turned-popstar Conor Maynard, who is sure to give an unforgettable performance for the crowds at 9pm.
Gastronomic delights
Celebrate Eid Al Adha by treating yourself to a delightful culinary adventure with an unbeatable range of promotions at more than 20 restaurants across Dubai. Some of the popular gastronomic destinations participating include foodie-favourites BOCA, Reform Social & Grill, 21 Grams, Folly, Bistro Des Arts, Mohalla, 11 Woodfire, Mezzerie, Bombay Brasserie, Ce La Vi, Clay, Kinara by Vikas Khanna, Vietnamese Foodies, Blu Matcha, Asian Wok, Maison De Curry, Aamara, Carnival by Tresind, 53 Restaurant & Lounge, The Crossing, Sfumato, Vaga, Soon, Ewaan, Thiptara, Al Bayt, Asado, and Yalumba. These well-known restaurants serve up incredible dishes suitable for every palate at amazing value for money.
Get ready for the ultimate summer extravaganza filled with incredible surprises, unmissable retail offers, diverse culinary delights and endless entertainment this Dubai Summer Surprises, running from 29 June to 3 September.
Dubai Summer Surprises is supported by key sponsor RAKBANK MasterCard and Strategic partners which include: Al Futtaim Malls (Dubai Festival City Mall & Festival Plaza), Al Seef, Al Zarooni Group (Mercato Shopping Mall), AW Rostamani Group, Bluewaters, Citywalk, Emirates Airline, Enoc, Etisalat, Majid Al Futtaim (Mall of the Emirates, City Centre Mirdif, City Centre Deira), Nakheel Malls (Ibn Battuta Mall, Nakheel Mall, Dragon Mart 2, Palm West Beach and The View), The Beach and The Outlet Village. – TradeArabia News Service
Dubai unveils festive dining, shopping offers during Eid
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