UNMISSABLE EVENTS TO ENJOY AS COUNTDOWN TO SEASON FINALE OF DUBAI SUMMER SURPRISES BEGINS

It has been a summer like no other in Dubai with a huge variety of events laid on by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) and this week is the last chance to join in on the excitement of Dubai Summer Surprises as the fun draws to a spectacular close. In what has been a unique season to remember, with fantastic family fun, glittering live entertainment, shows and special offers galore – there is so much more to explore and make the most of the 26th edition of DSS, which ends on 3 September. From irresistible hotel and retail deals and kids go free summer attractions, to mouthwatering culinary journeys across Dubai, there is something for everyone to enjoy this summer.

The final days of DSS are sure to offer even more excitement through a series of unmissable events, entertainment spectaculars and of course the much-loved closing weekend grand finale. Here are the top three upcoming events and promotions that are not to be missed. An almost limitless list of special offers and deals on retail is finally coming to close so now is the time to make some big savings and snap up a bargain or two.

The DSS Final Sale is a retail bonanza not to be missed, with deals of up to 90 per cent across leading lifestyle, beauty, electronics, and fashion brands in Dubai. From 1 to 3 September, grab the best bargains at top brands across the city. Enjoy Back-to-school shopping in the malls and search for one final deal before summer ends.

And for an extra incentive, participating stores are offering a chance to win even more marvellous prizes. Spend AED 300 or more at Dubai Festival City Mall to enter the last weekly draw for a chance to win one million Blue Rewards points until 3 September. And save up to 90 per cent at Dubai Festival Mall during Final Sale and get a chance to win a gift card with AED 10,000 when you shop for AED 1,000 or more.

Three lucky winners will be announced on 4 September. The DSS Share Millionaire promotion continues as shoppers spending AED 300 at Majid Al Futtaim malls including Mall of the Emirates, City Center Mirdif, City Center Deira, City Center Me’aisem, and City Center Shindagha could become the final weekly winner of one million SHARE points. Get started by using the SHARE wallet or scan your shopping receipts through the app to become one of the winners.

Take home a brand new Nissan X-TRAIL with the ‘Shop, Drive & Live it Up’ promotion taking place at participating DSMG community malls. Simply purchase items worth AED 200 at these malls to receive a golden ticket, and a chance to be one of the six lucky winners, until 3 September. In what has been a staple of the summer calendar for more than a quarter of a century, the grand finale of DSS from 1 September to 3 September promises the festival season will go out in true Dubai style.

Big name acts are lined up to entertain during the final weekend of Dubai Summer Surprises featuring Egyptian rock band Massar Egbari and Palestinian rapper Big Sam at The Agenda on 1 September. Laugh the night away as stand up comedian Joanne McNally returns to Dubai for an exclusive one-night gig at the same venue on 2 September. Bollywood sensation Farhan Akhtar is heading to the Coca-Cola Arena on 1 September for his first arena concert in Dubai to keep the party rolling.

And, mark your calendar and get ready for an electrifying extravaganza on 2 September, with charismatic Afropop sensation Davido at the same venue. The humorous performance of Kuwaiti production ‘Room #13’ is a social comedy that can’t be missed. Purchase tickets starting from AED 200 onwards at Visit Dubai and head over to Dubai World Trade Centre Rashid Hall on 1 and 2 September to be entertained by this theatrical tale surrounding two newlyweds.

To cap off the season in style, multi-award-winning singer-songwriter Jah Khalib takes centre stage at the Coca-Cola Arena on September 3. As the festival comes to an end, the grand finale promises an unmissable conclusion to the summer season. Don’t miss out on the excitement! It has been a fun few months in Dubai for all the family but with the arrival of the new school year, now is the perfect time to make the most of the final perks of Dubai Summer Surprises.

In its fourth consecutive year, the Modesh Scholarship offers an extraordinary opportunity for 15 lucky winners to secure AED 20,000 each, dedicated to enriching their educational ventures. Simply spend AED 200 or more at any of the participating Nakheel Malls, including Ibn Battuta and Circle Mall, or at the seven Nakheel Pavilions across International City, Discovery Garden, Al Furjan, Jumeirah Island, and Jumeirah Park. Present your receipts at the mall’s customer service desk to enter this life-changing initiative.

As school gates reopen, explore the vibrant world of back-to-school deals at Jumbo Electronics, where an incredible Back to School raffle promotion awaits. Snap up electronics deals worth AED 1,000 and seize your chance to win a staggering AED 25,000 in school fees. Embrace the power of modern technology and unbeatable offers at Emax until 15 September.

Shop and unveil the Emax GenZ Student Privilege Card, granting instant access to exclusive prices on laptops and more. Enjoy fantastic offers of up to 30 per cent, along with an extra AED 100 voucher to sweeten the deal. Enjoy the ultimate summer extravaganza filled with incredible surprises, unmissable retail offers, diverse culinary delights and endless entertainment during Dubai Summer Surprises until 3 September.

For more information, visit @CelebrateDubai and @StyledByDubai on social media channels, and . Dubai Summer Surprises is supported by key sponsor RAKBANK MasterCard and Strategic partners which include: Al Futtaim Malls (Dubai Festival City Mall & Festival Plaza), Al Seef, Al Zarooni Group (Mercato Shopping Mall), AW Rostamani Group, Bluewaters, Citywalk, Emirates Airline, Enoc, Etisalat, Majid Al Futtaim (Mall of the Emirates, City Centre Mirdif, City Centre Deira), Nakheel Malls (Ibn Battuta Mall, Nakheel Mall, Dragon Mart 2, Palm West Beach and The View), The Beach and The Outlet Village. Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), an agency of Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), is responsible for developing Dubai’s retail and festival sectors and supporting the positioning of Dubai as a world-class tourism destination with year-round family entertainment, shopping and events.

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