Dubai

Excitement and entertainment dominate the weekend during the Emirates Airline Dubai 7s. Every winter, watch regional and international teams put their best foot forward during this sporting spectacle. Off the field, you'll find just as much action. Sample delicious cuisine and enjoy family-friendly activities.

Every New Year’s Eve, Dubai comes to life with plenty to do for tourists and residents alike. Whether you're looking to watch the sky light up with spectacular fireworks displays, enjoy a live performance from world-class musicians, or spend the night camping out under the stars, there’s something for everyone in Dubai. Stay tuned to the Dubai Calendar for the hottest parties, events and celebrations.

The tennis season starts right here with the annual Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championship, which takes place at the end of February. Watch some of the biggest names in tennis thrash it out to win big at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium. See every spin, slice, and smash from the world’s best in tennis, right here in the city.

With beautiful coastlines, world-class marinas, and jaw-dropping sailing vessels leisurely floating on the UAE’s horizon, it’s not surprising that Dubai’s love for boating intensifies every year. The Dubai International Boat Show takes place once a year in February/March and is the destination of choice for boating enthusiasts, with an irresistible display of super yachts and luxury leisure craft.

Since its first edition back in 1989, this tournament has seen some of the world’s greatest golfers competing in Dubai, with winners including well-known names such as Ernie Els, Rory McIlroy, and Tiger Woods. Hosted at Emirates Golf Club, it is known as the Middle East Major and has now become one of the leading international golfing events.

Since starting in 1991, Al Gaffal Long Distance Race has gone on to become an event that celebrates the UAE’s seafaring history. See skilled boatmen travel aboard majestic 60ft dhows from Sir Bu Na'air, an island located 65 kilometres off the coast of Abu Dhabi, all the way to Dubai. The event pays homage to the UAE's maritime and pearl-diving history with exclusively Emirati competitors carrying on their ancestor's heritage.

While Muslims fast from dawn to dusk during the holy month, once the sun sets the city comes alive with a buzz of activity. Take advantage of delicious iftars and sumptuous suhoors or explore the late night activities that'll entertain the whole family. Book a hotel stay and shop Ramadan-inspired collections across the city's shopping destinations. One thing is for sure, there is always plenty of experiences to make it a Ramadan to remember in Dubai. Ramadan in 2024: from 11 March to 9 April. Ramadan in 2025: from 1 March to 29 March. Ramadan in 2026: from 18 February to 19 March. Ramadan in 2027: from 8 February to 8 March.

Eid is a time of celebration in the Islamic faith and takes place twice a year. Eid Al Fitr — which means 'the festival of breaking the fast' — marks the end of Ramadan. Eid Al Adha, occurs later in the year following Hajj, which is the annual Islamic pilgrimage, and is considered the ‘Greater Eid’ of the two. Expect family entertainment, traditional feasts, shopping offers and a whole lot more.