What's on in Dubai


By Dave - Posted on 10 December 2009

There are some great annual events that have put Dubai on the map too and will provide a great day out for residents of the city:

Dubai Shopping Festival
(January/February)
A serious treat for anyone who loves to shop, the shopping Mecca of Dubai comes to life each year when the annual extravaganza of shopping and entertainment sees thousands of visitors in the city. For one whole month retailers offer some of the best specials in the world – a great time of year to pick up everything you need!

Dubai Rugby Sevens (December)
Sports lovers unite when the Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens heralds the opening of the IRB Sevens World Series and 16 of the world’s best international rugby teams take part in this tournament which has become one the most popular in the middle east.

Global Village Dubai (November to February)
Dubai winters heat up with the Global Village Dubai Festival where thousands of people flock to sample exotic foods, buy international goods, and experience multiple cultures where many countries are represented with their own pavilion.

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