Sponsorship to Leisure Events Organizers

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Eligibility

In order to be eligible for the Leisure Events Sponsorship Scheme, event organisers need to host events that meet the following criteria.

Be a ticketed event
Your event must be ticketed.
Apply for event ticketing
Have a relevant event permit
You must be eligible to apply for an event permit or already have one.
Apply for an event permit
Public event
Your event must be open to the general public.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the Leisure Events Strategic Investment Fund, your event should meet the following criteria regarding innovation and sustainability.

Attract visitors
Leisure events that attract visitors from Dubai’s key international markets.
Enhance reputation
Events that build on Dubai’s reputation as a global events destination.
Engage the local community
Events that build advocacy from the local Dubai community.
Boost the annual calendar
Events that demonstrate innovative and sustainable foundations.
Promote Dubai
Events that will promote the city both locally and internationally.