Diwali in Dubai packed with fireworks, festivals, Gold and gifts

Dubai: It’s Diwali in Dubai, and the city is packed with sparkling celebrations to mark the festival of lights. From fantastic offers on gold, jewellery, gifts and fashion, to cultural entertainment and delicious Diwali-themed menus, from unmissable raffles and draws, to vibrant exhibitions and markets, this will be a Diwali in Dubai to remember.  

This week, there’s a chance to win gold and celebrate with the Dubai Jewellery Group and the Dubai Shopping Malls Group, and make unforgettable memories with loved ones at concerts with leading artists including Javed Ali, Akasa Singh, and Devi Shri Prasad. At The Pointe on Palm Jumeirah, join the Diwali celebrations with a dazzling fountain show or take in the fireworks at Dubai Festival City Mall, where you can also shop for superb offers along with tons more in store at Festival Plaza Jebel Ali, and City Centre Deira. 

PROMOTIONS AND RAFFLES 

Celebrate Diwali in the City of Gold with Dubai Jewellery Group, with 50 per cent off select diamond jewellery collections and up to 50 per cent off making charges for select jewellery. Purchase gold, diamond, pearl or precious jewellery for AED 500 or more at participating outlets to earn entry into a raffle to win shopping vouchers worth AED 5000 each. There’s a total of AED 150,000 in jewellery vouchers to be given away to 30 lucky winners. To find out more on the deals and participating stores, visit www.dubaicityofgold.com.

Until 28 October, 20 lucky winners will take home 24-carat gold coins valued up to AED 100,000 in total. Shop for AED 200 at Arabian Center, Al Ghurair Centre, Dubai Outlet Mall, Al Quoz Mall, Central Mall, Times Square Centre, Bay Avenue, Al Khail Gate, and Al Bustan Centre to get a raffle ticket for the chance to win a gold coin worth AED 5000. Presented by Dubai Shopping Malls Group, the raffle draw will take place at 6 PM on 29 October in Arabian Centre.

EVENTS AND ACTIVATIONS 

At City Centre Deira, Diwali festivities will be in full swing until 30 October, with dance and drum performances, a Bollywood Zumba workshop, an exciting rangoli digital experience, a henna artist, a rangoli artist as well as fabulous offers for shoppers and a photo opportunity. Customers spending AED 300 and above have a chance to win a gold coin worth more than AED 1,000 daily.  

Celebrate Diwali at Dubai Festival City Mall with great prizes, unmissable offers and wonderful entertainment. From 14 to 28 October, shoppers spending AED 300 have a chance to be one of 10 lucky winners who will win a gold bar weighing 50 grams. After a day of shopping, relax and catch the record-breaking water and lights show IMAGINE, as well as the unmissable fireworks spectacle, both taking place on 23 October at Dubai Festival City Mall at 8:30 PM. 

Make this Diwali one to remember at Festival Plaza Jebel Ali with Diwali in Dubai celebrations running daily until 28 October. Festivities include a Rangoli competition with cash prizes of up to AED 3000, cultural performances every weekend from 6 PM onwards, children’s art and craft workshops from 12 PM to 7 PM on 22 and 23 October, a Diwali Bazaar running from until 23 October from 12 PM to 10 PM, with an amazing range of in-store offers. 

CONCERTS AND SHOWS 

The Pointe on Palm Jumeirah will celebrate this year’s Diwali with a dazzling performance by the world’s largest dancing fountain, The Palm Fountain. From October 14 to October 28 from 6 PM to 10 PM, every third performance by the fountain will be to the beat of a popular Hindi song, and visitors can dress up and head to the nearby eateries for delicious deals as they enjoy the show. 

Musical Blockbuster to Dubai, one of South Asia’s most acclaimed voices, and today’s most sought-after Singer in Bollywood, Javed Ali will be performing his concert Salaam Dubai 2022 – The Middle East Premiere, on Saturday 22 October at the prestigious Madinat Jumeirah Arena. Tickets start from AED 95. 

Fans of South Indian music have the fantastic opportunity to join Devi Shri Prasad live as he performs at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium from 8.30 PM, on 22 October. The well-loved music composer will be performing for the first time in Dubai with a talented group of artists, in three different languages, bringing the rich tradition of South Indian music to the Gulf. Tickets for this not-to-be-missed performance start at just AED 65. 

Join The Big Diwali Mela for a one of its kind, true Diwali Carnival experience. Akasa Singh, the Indian actress and singer best known for her songs ‘Naagin,’ ‘Kheech Meri Photo,’ and other artists, will be performing at an electrifying, free concert on 22 October. The event also includes henna tattoos, rangoli making, kids’ activities, and a large variety of food kiosks with delectable Indian and international fare. Visitors also have the chance to win amazing prizes as well. Join the celebrations on 22 October, 4 PM onwards, at The Square @ISD, Dubai Sports City.   Diwali Dubai firework festivities Diwali Dubai firework festivities Diwali Dubai firework festivities