Tourism & tours in the UAE

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

4 events

Thu 19 Nov

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Sharjah Eid Al Etihad (National Day) celebrations

When: 19 Nov to Thu 3 Dec
Where: Sharjah

Emirate-wide programme for the 55th Eid Al Etihad with heritage and community activities, musical evenings, performances and markets for local producers.

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Fri 4 Dec

Tourism & tours

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Dubai Shopping Festival

When: 4 Dec 2026 to Sun 17 Jan 2027
Where: Citywide, Dubai

Dubai's annual citywide shopping festival, with offers and events across the city.

Checked 3 NovOfficial page

Fri 11 Dec

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Liwa 2027 (Liwa International Festival)

When: 11 Dec 2026 to Sat 2 Jan 2027
Where: Tal Moreeb, Liwa, Liwa (Al Dhafra)

Annual winter festival at Tal Moreeb in the Liwa desert, Al Dhafra region of Abu Dhabi.

Checked 3 NovSource: mediaoffice.abudhabiOfficial page

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Started earlier and still running

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Traditional Handicrafts Festival (12th edition)

When: 23 Oct to Wed 11 Nov, from 16:00
Where: Souq Al Qattara, Al Ain

Heritage festival showcasing Emirati handicrafts, traditional skills and performances. Open daily 16:00–23:00, to midnight at weekends.

Checked 4 NovMore info