This Diwali experience an unforgettable celebration

The city’s leading shopping malls, homegrown boutiques and popular brands join in the season’s celebrations with special Diwali promotions. Mark your calendars for exclusive offers at Dubai's many world-class shopping destinations from Ibn Battuta Mall—with roaming entertainment and giveaways in the works—to City Centre Deira, City Centre Mirdif and Mall of the Emirates just some of the hotspots to enjoy. 

In keeping with the age-old tradition of buying and gifting gold during the auspicious season of Diwali, leading jewellery stores across Dubai will offer fantastic discounts and promotions on their latest collections. Shoppers keen to purchase gold as part of the festival’s tradition can enjoy competitive prices, as well as great savings of between 30-75% and even more discounts on making charges.

Whether visitors are looking for one-of-a-kind home décor or jewellery to gift family and friends, explore citywide pop-up Diwali markets. New treasures await at every turn with stalls selling all manner of wares, making shopping in Dubai fun and exciting.

Diwali would not be the same without fireworks, and Dubai knows how to put on an unforgettable show. In 2019, there were grand fireworks displays at Festival Bay in Dubai Festival City, The Pointe at Palm Jumeirah and Al Seef by the Creek. Ushering in the 2021 celebrations, expect a host of thrilling shows and don't miss the annual Dubai Fitness Challenge, from 29 October to 27 November, with plenty of family-friendly activities planned at Kite Beach Fitness Village.