Dubai Marathon

18 January

This is the time of the year where participants face gruelling competition to endure a 42 km course encompassing many architectural and historical landmarks across Dubai.

Dubai International Shopping Festival

24 January - 24 February

The best time for shopaholics to visit Dubai is during the Dubai Shopping Festival held every year, attracting millions of visitors from all across the globe offering superb deals and great shopping bargains in every shopping mall, souk and store!

Dubai International Jazz Festival

28 February - 1 March

This three-day festival promises to showcase the best of jazz and blues, featuring highly acclaimed international artists from all around the world.

Dubai World Cup (horse race)

1 - 31 Mar

The richest and most glamorous events in the sporting calendar is horse racing. The races attract some of the best horses and riders in the field, eager to compete for million of dollars that are at stake in prize money. This one is a must for race aficionados.

Dubai International         Boat Show

11 - 15 March

Dubbed as the largest marine exhibition in the Middle East, the Dubai International Boat show boasts the region's finest display of luxury yachts, sailing boats and nautical innovations and technology from both local and international manufacturers.

Dubai Summer               Surprises

23 June- 31 August

The two month festival aims at making the school holidays more entertaining by bringing a new theme every week with educational activities, workshops, play areas and entertainment designed to bring fun for the whole family!

National Day Festival

2 December

A series of celebrations and events are planned and Dubai's most beautiful monuments and buildings are lit up and open to the public in conjunction with the celebration of the country's independence from British rule.