Festivals & markets in the UAE

Times are UAE time (GST). Today is Wed 4 Nov.

4 events

2 longer runs also on

Sat 14 Nov

Festivals & markets

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Arabian Soul Fest 2026

When: 14 Nov to Sun 15 Nov, from 12:00
Where: Zabeel Park, Dubai
Price: From AED 75

Two-day outdoor festival in Zabeel Park, open 12pm to 10pm, with daily and two-day passes available.

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Fri 11 Dec

Festivals & markets

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Sole DXB 2026

When: 11 Dec to Sun 13 Dec, from 16:00
Where: The Square, Nad Al Sheba, Dubai
Price: From AED 495

Three-day culture festival mixing music, fashion, art, sport, food and talks at a new Nad Al Sheba site. Price shown is a three-day presale pass.

Checked 3 NovGet tickets

Also on now

Started earlier and still running

Festivals & markets

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The Ripe Market at Academy Park

When: 10 Oct 2026 to Sun 2 May 2027, from 09:00 (Saturdays and Sundays only)
Where: Dubai Police Academy Park, Sheikh Zayed Road

Weekend outdoor market with local produce, food and shopping, open every Saturday and Sunday from 9am to 9pm during the season.

Checked 3 NovOfficial page

Festivals & markets

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Sheikh Zayed Festival 2026/2027

When: 30 Oct 2026 to Sun 14 Mar 2027
Where: Sheikh Zayed Festival grounds, Al Wathba, Abu Dhabi

Long-running heritage and entertainment festival with cultural, entertainment and sports programming. Dates come from news coverage; the festival site had not been updated for 2026/27.

Checked 3 NovSource: gulfnews.comMore info