1. Witness a high-octane stunt show
Can Detectives Abby Marshall and Frank Adams thwart heinous hackers The Net Syndicate’s bid to build a super router. Find out at Global Village’s superb stunt show Mission Speed.
Ten Super Pass points. Dhs15 entry fee. Until April 18, three times daily on Sat, Mon and Wed, four times daily on Thu and Fri. Global Village, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, globalvillage.ae/en/stunt-show-four
2. Grab a kebab from the Balkans
Branch out a bit at Bosnian House and grab one a ćevapčići, the seriously tasty kebab-like national dish of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Dhs15 Global Village entry fee. Free for under-threes, people of determination and over-65s. Until April 18. Open Sat-Wed 4pm-midnight, Thu-Fri and public holidays 4pm-1am, Monday (except public holidays) is family and ladies’ day. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, globalvillage.ae/en/dining/bosnian-house
3. Say ‘Yahya’ to some scrummy seafood
If you’re craving some Thai food, head over to Yahya where they specialise in hot and sour tom yam kung soups and other delights inspired by fishermen.
Dhs15 Global Village entry fee. Free for under-threes, people of determination and over-65s. Until April 18. Open Sat-Wed 4pm-midnight, Thu-Fri and public holidays 4pm-1am, Monday (except public holidays) is family and ladies’ day. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, globalvillage.ae/en/dining/yahya-thai-restaurant
4. Marvel at Mr Ripley’s ‘Odditorium’
One of the world’s most brilliantly bizarre attractions has arrived in the UAE for the very first time, with Ripley’s Believe It Or Not! offering a crazy collection of natural, scientific, artistic and human oddities, artefacts and exhibits spanning six stupefying galleries.
From Dhs40 (plus Global Village entry fee). Until April 18. Open Sat-Wed 4pm-midnight, Thu-Fri and public holidays 4pm-1am, Monday (except public holidays) is family and ladies’ day. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, globalvillage.ae/en/ripleys-believe-it-or-not
5. Catch a show that really motors along
Auto Angels tells the story of five seemingly average female mechanics whose day jobs mask their secret calling as a crime-fighting quintet. The ’70s costumes are well worth a look alone.
Dhs15 Global Village entry fee. Free for under-threes, people of determination and over-65s. Until April 18. Open Sat-Wed 4pm-midnight, Thu-Fri and public holidays 4pm-1am, Monday (except public holidays) is family and ladies’ day. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, globalvillage.ae/en/node/365
6. Make it less talk, more Chaat
Visit the Indian Chaat Bazaar to find out why this healthy and tasty range of subcontinental snacks is so popular across the globe.
Dhs15 Global Village entry fee. Free for under-threes, people of determination and over-65s. Until April 18. Open Sat-Wed 4pm-midnight, Thu-Fri and public holidays 4pm-1am, Monday (except public holidays) is family and ladies’ day. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, globalvillage.ae/en/dining/indian-chaat-bazaar
7. Celebrate the silver jubilee with a silver ticket
Having broken the world record for the world’s largest admission ticket, Global Village is offering visitors a memento of that feat (and of the festival’s silver jubilee) in the form of silver-plated passes valid for 25 entries.
Dhs250 (while stocks last). Until April 18. Open Sat-Wed 4pm-midnight, Thu-Fri and public holidays 4pm-1am, Monday (except public holidays) is family and ladies’ day. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, globalvillage.ae
8. Dig in to Pakistani fare you Khan’t but love
From signature biryanis to paratha kebabs, Oud Metha favourite Al Haaj Bundoo Khan’s is bringing its authentic flavours to spice things up at Global Village.
Until April 18. Open Sat-Wed 4pm-midnight, Thu-Fri and public holidays 4pm-1am, Monday (except public holidays) is family and ladies’ day. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, facebook.com/AlHaajBK/
9. Strike gold with DGJG
Buy someone special a piece of thoroughly fancy jewellery or a shiny new watch and you could win 0.25kg of gold thanks to the Dubai Gold & Jewellery Group, or 3kg of the stuff in its festival-ending mega draw.
Until January 31. Across the Dubai Gold & Jewellery Group, dubaicityofgold.ae
10. Shop, spin and win a share of Dhs1million
Spend Dhs150, Dhs200 or Dhs300 at any of the 18 Dubai Shopping Malls Group venues, spin the wheel and potentially walk away with up to Dhs20,000 in cold, hard cash.
Until Jan 30. At all 18 DSMG venues. dubaimallsgroup.com
11. Drive off a hot new ride
The INFINITI Mega Raffle rewards those who spend just Dhs200 at ENOC petrol stations. You could win one of 45 QX60 cars, a share of Dhs200,000 in daily prizes or half a million dirhams at the promotion’s finale.
Until Jan 30. Visit idealz.com/CR-00038.html for more information.
12. See a class act
Jack Whitehall is bringing his Stood Up tour to Dubai and so get ready for some self-deprecating humour of the highest order.
Tickets from Dhs295. Jan 13, 8pm (Jan 14 is sold out). Dubai World Trade Centre, visitdubai.com/en/whats-on/dubai-events-calendar/jack-whitehall
13. Win some hot wheels with Nissan
The Japanese carmaker is giving you the keys to its marvellous models the Patrol, Pathfinder, X-TRAIL, Kicks, Micra or Sentra just for spending Dhs25 on non-fuel items at ENOC and EPPCO petrol stations as well as other stores around the city.
Until Jan 30. See visitdubai.com/en/whats-on/dsf/raffle for more information.
14. Ride the comedy conveyor belt
The Laughter Factory’s first tour of the year is into its second week and there are three chances to ‘Supersize Your Good Mood’ with the help of John Fothergill, Stephen Grant and Ester Manito.
Tickets from Dhs169. Jan 13 at Zabeel House The Greens by Jumeirah; Jan 14 at Grand Millennium Dubai Barsha Heights; Jan 15 at Grand Millennium Business Bay. Each gig starts at 8.30pm (doors open at 7pm). Visit thelaughterfactory.com/the-laughter-factorys-supersize-your-good-mood-tour/
15. Enjoy extra discounts with MUSE
This loyalty programme is rewarding members yet further with an added ten per cent off new collections and even DSF sale items from top brands such as Karl Lagerfeld, Lacoste and Stella McCartney.
Jan 14-16. In stores across Dubai. Download the app or sign up at experience-muse.com
16. Win a range of extraordinary experiences
If you’re already a MUSE member (we know we are) then download the app and shop over the weekend for your chance to win one of ten carefully curated experiences. How does a shopping spree, private styling session of luxury getaway sound to you?
Jan 14-16. In stores across Dubai. Download the app or sign up at experience-muse.com
17. Giggle away at a top comedian’s rip-roaring play
Beit Bu Sanad tells the tale of a thoroughly average middle-class man, Bousanad, who has completely lost his memory. Starring acclaimed Kuwaiti comedian Tareq Al Ali in the title role, this highly humorous offering depicts ‘the bittersweet reality of our society in his own hilarious style’.
Tickets from Dhs200. Jan 14 and 15, 8pm. Dubai Opera, Downtown Dubai, dubaiopera.com/events/tareq-al-ali/
18. See a Pakistani pop prince play live
Atif Aslam is playing a special, one-off gig for DSF and it promises to be packed with hits that have topped the charts in both his native land and neighbouring India.
Tickets from Dhs175. Jan 15, 9pm (doors open at 7pm). Sheikh Rashid Hall, Dubai World Trade Centre, visitdubai.com/en/whats-on/dubai-events-calendar/atif-aslam
19. Release the inner diva in you
Much-loved Lebanese songstress Najwa Karam is headlining a double bill of top Arabic music stars, with Iraqi singer/composer Majid Al Mohandis providing very able support.
From Dhs390. Jan 15, 9.30pm. Dubai World Trade Centre, visitdubai.com/en/whats-on/dubai-events-calendar/najwa-karam-majed-al-mohandis
20. Witness a compelling exhibition Carbon 12
Sara Rahbar’s The Space Between Us is set to end its Alserkal Avenue stint this week so make sure you go and check out her uncanny mirror of mankind’s past and present, and likely future.
Free. Until January 14. Open Sat-Thu 11.30am-7pm. Carbon 12, Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz, visitdubai.com/en/whats-on/dubai-events-calendar/the-space-between-us
21. See some sporting high-flyers
It’s heat two of the annual Dubai Kitesurf Competition so head down to Nessnass Beach to witness some seriously tricky customers in aerial action.
Free. Jan 15-16. Nessnass Beach, Jumeirah 3, visitdubai.com/en/whats-on/dubai-events-calendar/dubai-kitesurf-competition
22. Find fresh fare from farmers
The Emirati Farmers Souq is a fabulous pop-up at The Pointe where you can pick up produce straight from source while meeting the industrious folk who grow it.
Free. Jan 16, 8am-2pm. Food District, The Pointe, visitdubai.com/en/whats-on/dubai-events-calendar/emirati-farmers-souq
23. Park up and chow down
Quranic Park in Al Khawaneej has transformed its car park into a street food fiesta where you can grab a delicious bite from local restaurants while enjoying a stroll around the gardens.
Free. Until Jan 16. Open daily 4pm-11pm. Al Khawaneej, visitdubai.com/en/places-to-visit/holy-quran-park
24. Watch a movie with a meaning
The brilliant Cinema Akil is bringing you screenings of The Perfect Candidate, directed and co-written by Saudi Arabia’s first female filmmaker, Haifaa al-Mansour. Follow Maryam’s rather comic travails as she runs for local government.
Tickets from Dhs56.50. Jan 12 and 13 at 7pm. Cinema Akil, Alserkal Avenue, cinemaakil.com
25. Celebrate in style as the DSF Sale Season hots up
Top global brands are among the more than 800 shops handing out up to 75 per cent discounts across 3,500 outlets this DSF.
Until Jan 30, daily 10am-10pm. Across Dubai, mydsf.ae
26. Find some group savings
The family-run Paris Group, which includes brands such as Versace, Hugo Boss, Canali and Cerruti, is offering DSF savings of up to 75 per cent.
Until Jan 27. Stores across the city, parisgroup.ae
27. Fill your Boots
This is the last week to take advantage of up to 75 per cent discounts on the British chemist’s wide range of goods.
Until Jan 18. Stores across the city, ae.boots.com
28. Chanel your inner bargain hunter
This French fashion house has a part sale of between 30 and 40 per cent. Perfect if you want to get that Valentine’s Day surprise in the bag early.
Until Jan 27. Stores across the city, chanel.com
29. Grab some everyday accessories
Claire’s, a stalwart of the UK high street, has a wide range of buy one, get one free (and even buy three, get three free) offers. Hurry, though, as the deals expire this weekend.
Until Jan 16. Stores across the city, alshaya.com/en/brands/fashion-footwear/claire-s/
30. Get money off your dream dress
Add a little sparkle to your wardrobe for less as women’s fashion boutique Coast is serving up savings of up to 75 per cent – but only until this Saturday.
Until Jan 16. Stores across the city, coastfashion.com
31. Discover Debenhams discounts this DSF
Department store Debenhams has gone delirious for discounts with buy one, get one free offers all over the store and items on sale for as little as Dhs10 apiece.
Until Jan 30. Open Sun-Wed 10am-11pm, Thu-Sat 10am-midnight. Dubai Mall, debenhams.ae
32. Put your best Foot forward
Foot Locker doesn’t just do trainers, you know. And until Saturday it is serving up as much as 70 per cent off its range of sports fashion from all the top brands.
Until Jan 16. Stores across the city, footlocker.ae
33. Piece together that perfect present
No childhood would be complete without a little LEGO. And even us big kids are still fans, especially with its 25 to 50 per cent DSF sale.
Until Jan 27. Stores across the city, lego.com/en-ae
34. Squeeze the savings out of Lululemon
This ethical sportswear brand specialises in yoga and fitness apparel and we think you’ll find some serious zen with 30 to 60 per cent off this festival.
Until Jan 27. Stores across the city, lululemon.co.uk
35. Celebrate with a veteran of the Dubai retail scene
Grand Stores is marking its 40th year in 2021 and is dishing out discounts of anything up to 70 per cent off on top brands such as Nikon, Fujifilm, Lexar, Epson, Samsonite, American Tourister, Chanel, Givenchy, Nina Ricci and Paco Rabanne.
Until Jan 27. Stores across the city, grandstores.com
36. Enjoy a staycay full of family fun
Polynesian-themed Lapita Hotel is not only offering UAE nationals and residents free daily access to Dubai Parks and Resorts but also a complimentary breakfast and 20 per cent off food and beverages using the promo code X09.
Dhs549 per night for a King Resort View Room for two adults, Dhs649 per night for a Twin Resort View Room for two adults and two children. Ongoing. Dubai Parks and Resorts, marriott.co.uk/hotels/travel/dxbak-lapita-dubai-parks-and-resorts-autograph-collection/
37. Kit out your little angels
Über-trendy fashion store All Saints has chopped prices in its kids’ and baby wear range down by between 30 and 60 per cent just for DSF.
Until Jan 27. Stores across the city, allsaints.com
38. Find fresh produce that’s Ripe for the picking
Ripe Market continues to be one of Dubai’s freshest attractions. And with local artisans, live music and fine food trucks in abundance there’s no need to grow your own.
Tickets from Dhs5. Until Jan 30. Open Fri 9am-7pm, Sat 10am-7pm. Academy Park, Umm Suqeim, visitdubai.com/en/whats-on/dubai-events-calendar/ripe-market-academy-park
39. Find some festival highlights…
The part sales not to miss this DSF are from Scotch & Soda, Diesel, Geox and Pinko with deals ranging from 30 to 60 per cent off.
Until Jan 27. Stores across the city, mydsf.ae
40. … and discover yet more
The same could be said of brands such as Guess, Orlebar Brown, Oakley, Rip Curl, Seafolly, Tommy Bahama and Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons who are all offering up to 70 per cent discounts.
Until Jan 27. Stores across the city, mydsf.ae
41. Let loose with Reserved
This Polish fashion brand’s stock is rising right now and with its part sale providing items up to half price it’s even easier to jump on the bandwagon.
Until Jan 13. Stores across the city, reserved.com
42. Sock it to them with Calzedonia
The Verona-born swimwear, tights, leggings, socks and stockings specialist has some great DSF deals of up to 50 per cent off.
Until Jan 13. Stores across the city, calzedonia.com
43. Enjoy sweet savings with Dolce & Gabbana
It’s long been on the fashionistas’ list of top luxury brands but during DSF, D&G is becoming more affordable with discounts rising to 40 per cent.
Until Jan 27. Stores across the city, boutique.dolcegabbana.com/united-arab-emirates/dubai
44. Discover the fine art of Hermès silk
Join the Hermès Carré Club and celebrate one of the brand’s most timeless of creations, its collection of silk scarves. At the ‘Carré Studio’ visitors will be able to take a peek behind the scenes at how these dainty items are lovingly hand crafted before meeting the artists who put their unique marks on them.
Free. Jan 15-20. Daily noon-10pm. Concrete, Alserkal Avenue, hermes.com/carreclub
45. Savour some smooth soul sands
Dubai’s top soul singer Abri and his band will be playing a double bill at Concrete as part of the Hermès Carré Club’s tie-in with DSF.
Jan 15, 4.30pm and 6.30pm. Concrete, Alserkal Avenue, hermes.com/carreclub
46. Catch a funk-soul sister spinning live
Pioneering Dubai-based DJ and activist Megane Quashie, aka Megatronic, will be laying down some funk, soul, house and electronic just for fans of the French fashion house.
Jan 15, 7pm-10pm. Concrete, Alserkal Avenue, hermes.com/carreclub
47. Meet some creative geniuses
Hermès’ creative director of men’s silk will be joined by brilliant designer Daisuke Nomura for an enlightening discussion on the creative process of making a silk scarf.
Jan 15, 3pm-4pm. Concrete, Alserkal Avenue, hermes.com/carreclub
48. Let the rhythm lift your January blues
Rising RNB star Shébani will be playing two sets this Saturday, backed by DJ James Locksmith, who will be carrying on the party for a full three hours afterwards.
Jan 16, 4.30pm and 6.30pm; DJ set from 7pm-10pm. Concrete, Alserkal Avenue, hermes.com/carreclub
49. Join a live styling masterclass
Creative director and stylist Jennifer Kolomoni, aka Bambi, will be teaching you how to create the perfect knot for your Hermès scarf.
Jan 15 and 16, 2pm-3pm. Concrete, Alserkal Avenue, hermes.com/carreclub and bambikoko.com
50. Have a game of Pictionary unlike any other
Quirky designer Ugo Bienvenu will be inviting visitors to randomly pick two words from a box and marvel as he creates a unique piece they can take home with them.
Jan 15 and 16, 5pm-6pm. Concrete, Alserkal Avenue, hermes.com/carreclub and bambikoko.com
51. Get karting
Shoot over to the Dubai Kartdrome for some fast-paced track action with one of its arrive and drive packages that will give you 15 minutes of full-throttle fun around the testing International Circuit.
Dhs137 (outdoor). Until Jan 30. Open daily 9am-midnight. Motor City, dubaiautodrome.ae
52. Thrash a Ferrari around the Autodrome
Learn how to get the most out of a Ferrari GT with a qualified instructor before attempting to set the record lap. They’ll even throw in a free video of your drive to show off at family gatherings.
Dhs2,995 (with free extra lap and video). Until Jan 30. Open daily 9am-midnight. Motor City, dubaiautodrome.ae
53. Go skydiving, indoors in virtual reality
During DSF, iFLY Dubai is offering you the chance to take three of your friends along for the ride at a bargain price as the VR Flight Package is half price.
Dhs780 for four. Until Jan 30. Open Sun-Wed 10am-11pm, Thu-Sat 10am-midnight. IFLY Dubai, City Centre Mirdif, iflyme.com
54. Find out-of-this-world family fun that’s truly out of this world
Magic Planet’s DSF 2021 Family Pack means by paying Dhs400 you’ll receive the same back in cash credit along with four Magic Miners wristbands topped up with Dhs100, plus ten free Blue Swiper games on each of them.
Until Jan 30. Across all Magic Planet venues in Dubai. Visit magicplanetmena.com for more information.
55. Rock it like Rihanna
The global superstar has brought her cosmetics line Fenty Skin to Dubai, building her own ‘Island’ on which there are hidden ‘treasures’ that can be uncovered by participating in the array of activities on offer.
Until Jan 16. Open Sun-Wed 10am-midnight, Thu-Sat 10am-1am. Dubai Mall Promenade, fentybeauty.com/fentyskin
56. Promise to make the Earth a better place
Declare your love for the environment on the Island Pledge Wall, making a conscious decision to be more green. Buying refillable Fenty Skin products would be a good start…
Until Jan 16. Open Sun-Wed 10am-midnight, Thu-Sat 10am-1am. Dubai Mall Promenade, fentybeauty.com/fentyskin
57. Try and then buy some of RiRi’s latest products
Of course there’d be no point promoting a cosmetics line if you couldn’t actually buy any of it. Let the friendly team find that perfect look for you.
Until Jan 16. Open Sun-Wed 10am-midnight, Thu-Sat 10am-1am. Dubai Mall Promenade, fentybeauty.com/fentyskin
58. Get into the Caribbean vibe
Head over the Island Juice bar to sample superb mocktails inspired by Fenty Skin ingredients such as Barbados cherry and Kalahari melon.
Until 16. Open Sun-Wed 10am-midnight, Thu-Sat 10am-1am. Dubai Mall Promenade, fentybeauty.com/fentyskin
59. Grab that social media snap
The Fenty Skin Truck will provide the perfect place to capture your memories of RiRi’s island before posting it on Instagram.
Until Jan 16. Open Sun-Wed 10am-midnight, Thu-Sat 10am-1am. Dubai Mall Promenade, fentybeauty.com/fentyskin
60. Scale up to a top model
The DSF Supercar Raffle is offering one lucky winner the chance to drive away with a Dhs6million Fenyr SuperSport built by the UAE’s only homegrown car manufacturer, W Motors. All you have to do to be in with a chance of getting behind the wheel of this twin-turbocharged beast (or take home Dhs2million in cash instead) is buy a collectible scale model of it from idealz.com.
Dhs1,500. Until March 30. www.idealz.com/CR-00041.html
61. See pop superstars in a new light
The Hologram Concert is making a triumphant return to DSF, starring Michael Jackson, Lady Gaga and Christina Aguilera. A trio of look-alikes are belting out this tremendous triple acts’ greatest hits in what is proving to be a real Thriller for shoppers at City Centre Deira.
Free. Until Jan 16. Open Sun-Wed 10am-10pm, Thu-Sat 10am-midnight. City Centre Deira, visitdubai.com/en/whats-on/dubai-events-calendar/hologram-concert
62. Feast your eyes on The Dubai Fountain
This is one of Downtown Dubai’s must-sees but the smart ones among you will watch the show with some cracking food at top restaurants such as Serafina, The Meat Company, Thiptara, The Burj Club and Asado.
Free (Fountain show). Daily, every half hour from 6pm-11pm. Downtown Dubai, visitdubai.com/en/places-to-visit/the-dubai-fountain
63. Float serenely like a swan
The recent addition of pedal-powered swans to the Dubai Fountain lake have proved a big hit, especially as they give you a vista of the water show you’d never get otherwise. For those of you with lazyitis, there are motorised ones too.
Dhs55 (over-12s), free for accompanied under-12s. Available daily noon-8.30pm. Dubai Mall Promenade, tickets.atthetop.ae/atthetop/en-us/booktickets/detail/18/68
64. Wheel out on to the water
For another fun and fitness-assisting way to enjoy the lake hire one of the water bikes and race your friends across it.
Dhs55 (over-15s). Available daily noon-8.30pm. Dubai Mall Promenade, tickets.atthetop.ae/atthetop/en-us/booktickets/detail/18/73
65. Go kayaking beneath the Burj
And a third option for aquatic adventurers is to take a kayak ride around the lake, thanks to these specially crafted vessels.
Dhs80 (over-15s). Available daily noon-8.30pm. Dubai Mall Promenade, tickets.atthetop.ae/atthetop/en-us/booktickets/detail/18/72
66. All hail Al Hai
Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard has been transformed by a group of seven local artists to create the light installation Al Hai, or ‘the neighbourhood’, by projecting their own unique visions of the old parts of the city on to this salubrious shopping street.
Free. Until Jan 30. Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard, mydsf.ae
67. Try out Dubai’s newest adventure park
Warm up for some splurging at Dubai Festival City by taking on the full range of activities at The Arch, including an entirely exhilarating zipline.
From Dhs100. Until January 31. Open Sun-Wed 2pm-10pm, Thu-Sat noon-midnight. Dubai Festival City Mall, visitdubai.com/en/whats-on/dubai-events-calendar/the-arch
68. Enjoy the show at Sheraton
If you haven’t caught the DSF Drone Light Show yet, the Sheraton JBR offers front-row seats – plus 20 per cent off F&B and sporting activities and buy one, get one free on spa treatments.
Until Jan 30. Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort, marriott.com/hotels/travel/dxbjs-sheraton-jumeirah-beach-resort
69. Stay, dine and win
Not only does this seaside spot provide a great view of the DSF drones, it’s also offering 25 per cent off F&B at Bliss Lounge and Al Hadiqa Restaurant, plus the chance to win a stay with breakfast in its Royal Suite.
Until Jan 30. Daily 7pm-10pm (F&B discount during show). Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort, marriott.com/hotels/travel/dxbjs-sheraton-jumeirah-beach-resort
70. Get on your bike at Mercato Shopping Mall
This delightful, Venetian-inspired shopping centre is giving back to its loyal shoppers this DSF with sales of up to 75 per cent off. Plus throughout January if you spend Dhs200 or more either here or at the neighbouring Town Centre Jumeirah you’ll be entered into a weekly draw to win a specialised Turbo Creo SL Expert, the lightest ever electronic bike worth Dhs37,000.
Until Jan 30. Jumeirah Beach Road, Jumeirah 1, mercatoshoppingmall.com/mall-events/2020/gear-up-this-dsf-with-mercato/
71. Stay in Grand surroundings
The Habtoor Grand Resort’s DSF deal means you can get 15 per cent off your stay inclusive of breakfast for two, plus 25 per cent discounts on food and beverages at Underground, Luciano’s, Olival and Polo Bar. Plus, you can bring up to two kids under six for free (a tough choice should you have triplets).
Until Jan 24. Jumeirah Beach Road, marriott.com/hotels/travel/dxbhg-habtoor-grand-resort-autograph-collection
72. Life the high life with Marriott
This DSF, the JW Marriott Marquis Hotel is offering 15 per cent off standard rates and breakfast on the house. Marriott Bonvoy members will be given on a 25 per cent discount plus brekkie at the world’s tallest five-star hotel.
Until Jan 17. Business Bay, marriott.co.uk/hotels/travel/dxbjw-jw-marriott-marquis-hotel-dubai/
73. Treat yourself to a stay with lots of great grub
Crowne Plaza Dubai is marking DSF with a special room rate, free upgrade, complimentary breakfast and dinner and 25 per cent off an array of the city’s top attractions.
Until Jan 15. Crowne Plaza Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road, ihg.com/crowneplaza/hotels/gb/en/dubai/dubtc/hoteldetail
74. Be treated like royalty at Habtoor Palace
This insanely opulent hotel is offering some DSF bonuses with those of you booking a three-night stay getting an extra evening free. Make that two nights on the house if you reserve for five. You’ll get a discounted room rate, too.
Until Jan 30. Al Habtoor Palace Dubai, Al Habtoor City, lxrhotels3.hilton.com/lxr/habtoor-palace-dubai/
75. Enjoy a room with a view
The Hilton Dubai Al Habtoor City has a cracking view over the Dubai Water Canal and four rooftop pools of its own. If you book five nights, you’ll get two free, or three nights and you’ll get one free.
Until Jan 30. Hilton Dubai Al Habtoor City, hilton.com/en/hotels/dxbahhi-hilton-dubai-al-habtoor-city/
76. Or stay in style at its neighbour
The super-trendy V Hotel Dubai is being equally as generous as its friends next door with discounted room rates and the buy five, get two free and book three, get one free offer to boot.
Until Jan 30. V Hotel Dubai, Curio Collection by Hilton, Al Habtoor City, hilton.com/en/hotels/dxbvhqq-v-hotel-dubai
77. Book a staycation with plenty of fine food
The special offer at Le Royal Méridien Beach Resort & Spa includes both breakfast at Brasserie 2.0 and dinner at one of its top restaurants, plus 25 per cent off F&B.
From Dhs900 per room, per night. Until Jan 30. Le Royal Méridien Beach Resort & Spa, Al Mamsha St, www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/dxbbm-le-royal-meridien-beach-resort-and-spa/
78. Live life to the full with Vida
This hotel group is offering a 20 per cent DSF discount on room rates, Dhs100 in shopping vouchers a night (valid at any EMAAR mall) and free access to both Dubai Underwater Aquarium & Zoo and Dubai VR Park.
Until Jan 31. Vida Hotels, vidahotels.com
79. Enjoy a tremendous temporary Address
These guys are serving up a similar deal to Vida this DSF, with 20 per cent off rooms, Dhs200 in shopping vouchers and free entry to the aforementioned attractions.
Until Jan 31. Address Hotels, addresshotels.com
80. Work hard, train hard, shop hard
Get yourself into shape for all that mall meandering and DSF bag carrying by signing up to the Train Beach Club at La Mer.
Rates vary. La Mer Beach, trainbeachclub.com
81. Med-itate on the last holiday
Transport yourselves back to your favourite seaside sojourn with a top-notch meal at the Mediterranean Kitchen. The lobster lasagne is just cracking.
Open daily 10am-midnight. North Beach, La Mer, medkitchen.me
82. Grab a burger and look to the skies
The Beach’s incarnation of New York favourite Shake Shack not only offers some of the city’s favourite fast food but also some cracking vistas of the DSF Drone Light Show.
Open daily 11am-2am. The Beach opposite JBR, shakeshack.com/location/dubai-jbr/
83. Sample some smashing seafood
Aprons and Hammers has both a super seaside spot and bucket-loads of great dishes including a paella to die for. Head here after shopping at The Beach Mall.
Open Sun-Wed noon-midnight, Thu-Sat noon-1am. The Beach Mall, JBR, apronsandhammers.com
84. Feel right at home
Missing Mumbai? Well head to the Bombay Bungalow for some modern Indian cuisine that elevates old favourites such as butter chicken. Look for the drone show while you’re here.
Open daily noon-midnight. The Beach Mall, JBR, bombaybungalowdxb.com/
85. Stay for a steal at Conrad Dubai
This five-star hotel’s DSF deal includes a free upgrade, complimentary breakfast, 50 per cent off spa treatments and Dhs275 F&B credit with each deluxe room booking, or Dhs550 if you reserve a suite, as well as a late check-out until 6pm.
Until Feb 28. Conrad Dubai, DWTC, hilton.com/en/hotels/dxbcdci-conrad-dubai
86. Head up to Hatta this weekend for some outdoor pursuits
Go kayaking, trekking or cycling in this northern outpost famed for its fresh air and rugged terrain. Check out the DSF market while you’re there, it’s full of food, fashion and fine5 entertainment.
Jan 14-16. DSF at Hatta Wadi Hub, Hatta, mydsf.ae
87. Swap a date night for a Date Week
This most humble of fruits has a storied history in the UAE and so it seems entirely apt that Al Seef’s DSF Market should dedicate a full seven days to celebrating it.
Jan 14-20. Open Sun-Wed 4pm-10pm, Thu-Sat 2pm-midnight. DSF Market at Al Seef presented by Al Foah, visitdubai.com/en/whats-on/dubai-events-calendar/al-seef-market
88. Feel the bhangra beat
If you’ve over-indulged on said dates then work it off during a performance of this most vibrant and energetic of dances.
Jan 14-16, 5pm-9pm. DSF Market at Al Seef presented by Al Foah, visitdubai.com/en/whats-on/dubai-events-calendar/al-seef-market
89. Let ballet light up your night
A dazzling troupe of LED-lit ballerinas combine classical dance with some urban dubstep, fusing the traditional with the thoroughly modern.
Jan 14-16, 6.45pm, 8.25pm, 9.25pm and 10.25pm. DSF Market at Al Seef presented by Al Foah, visitdubai.com/en/whats-on/dubai-events-calendar/al-seef-market
90. Belt out some classics live on stage
Fulfil your dreams of becoming a rock star (for an evening at least) with Al Seef’s karaoke night. Gravelly vocals and ripped Iron Maiden T-shirts are a must…
Jan 13, 7pm-10pm. DSF Markets at Al Seef presented by Al Foah, visitdubai.com/en/whats-on/dubai-events-calendar/al-seef-market
91. Feel the heat at Al Seef
On those cooler nights, nothing will warm your cockles quite like a thrilling performance from a fire artist.
Jan 11-12 at 6pm, 7.30pm and 8.30pm; Jan 13 at 5pm, 6.05pm and 7.35pm; Jan 14-16 at 8pm, 9pm and 10pm. DSF Markets at Al Seef presented by Al Foah, visitdubai.com/en/whats-on/dubai-events-calendar/al-seef-market
92. Take a step back in time
The ten-strong Liwa Dancers will show you how it was done in the olden days with several performances of traditional Emirati dance.
Jan 14-16 at 4pm, 5pm, 6.05pm, 7.40pm and 8.40pm. DSF Markets at Al Seef presented by Al Foah, visitdubai.com/en/whats-on/dubai-events-calendar/al-seef-market
93. Say goodbye to Wonderland
Enter The Enchanted Garden one last time as this Lewis Carroll-themed market at Last Exit reaches its final chapter with four theatre shows a day
Until Jan 16. Daily at 4pm, 6pm and 8pm. DSF Market @ Last Exit at Al Khawaneej Walk, alkhawaneejwalk.ae
94. Get crafty with the crazy characters
Learn how to make a crown for the Queen of Hearts, a teacup for the Mad Hatter or a bookmark for your own copy of this classic tale.
Until Jan 16. Open Sun-Wed 6pm-midnight, Thu-Sat 4pm-2am. DSF Market @ Last Exit at Al Khawaneej Walk, alkhawaneejwalk.ae
95. Dig out your costume and bag a prize
The main stage will be abundant with fancy dress for the Cosplay competitions where only the most convincing will prevail.
Until Jan 16. Sun-Wed 7pm, 9pm and 11pm; Thu-Sat 5pm, 7pm, 9pm and 11pm. DSF Market @ Last Exit at Al Khawaneej Walk, alkhawaneejwalk.ae
96. Catch a family film alfresco
The Outdoor Cinema’s line-up this week includes How Train Your Dragon 3, The Jungle Book (parts one and two), Snow White, The Sound of Music, Fantasia and Into the Woods.
Until Jan 16. Nightly at 8pm. DSF Market @ Last Exit at Al Khawaneej Walk, alkhawaneejwalk.ae
97. Make it a gr-eight night out
The Tim Davies-designed Ocho the Octopus (who measures 4m by 7m) is making a guest appearance at Dubai Festival City Mall this weekend, bringing his eight fully articulated tentacles with him.
Jan 14-16 at 6.10pm, 7.10pm, 8.10pm and 9.10pm. Dubai Festival City Mall, dubaifestivalcitymall.com
98. Go camping in the city with Salt
The first-ever SALT CAMP x DSF collaboration is a unique urban camping experience combined with interactive installations and those legendary burgers, alongside the new SUGAR dessert offerings.
Until Jan 30, noon-midnight. DIFC, sevenrooms.com/reservations/saltcamp
99. Become a happy camper
You’ve pitched your tent, now it’s time for some exciting activities such as photobooths and games, as well as workshops on art, fitness and photography.
Until Jan 30, noon-midnight. DIFC, sevenrooms.com/reservations/saltcamp
100. Get the gear, have no fear
Forgotten to pack pegs? Well don’t worry as the Salt Camp’s on-site shop sells all the equipment, clothing and gadgets you’ll need for your alternative sleep-over.
Until Jan 30, noon-midnight. DIFC, instagram.com/findsalt/
