Upcoming Events

 

To find out the events in a particular month, click on the link below:

May 2013
June 2013
July 2013
August 2013
September 2013
October 2013

 

Source: http://www.dubaicalendar.ae

May 2013

Arabian Travel Market 2013
April to May, 2013

Date: April - May 2013

Audience: Trade Professionals

Category: Exhibition

Venue: Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre

Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai

 

 

 

 

 

 

Arabian Travel Market is the travel and tourism event unlocking business potential within the Middle East for inbound and outbound tourism professionals. Tourism destinations from the Middle East and around the world showcase a diverse range of accommodation options, breathtaking tourism attractions and new airline routes.

 

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Hardware+Tools Middle East 2013
May, 2013

Hardware+Tools Middle East has firmly established itself as a solid networking platform for manufacturers, suppliers, buyers and trade professionals within the industry in the region. The trade fair provides a unique opportunity for key players from the machinery industry to improve their production facilities and gain access to this large growing market.

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The Office Exhibition 2013
May, 2013

Date: May 2013

Audience: Trade Professionals

Category: Exhibition

Venue: Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre

Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai

Telephone: +971 4 438 0355

 

 

 

 

 

Now in its 12th year, The Office Exhibition is the largest office fit-out and design exhibition in the Middle East. It is the premium showcase for high-end products and services which combine to create outstanding working environments. The show attracts thousands of top tier architectural and interior design firms and end-users from the Middle East and beyond. Through a series of high-level addresses and interactive seminars, regional architects, designers and executives will gain access to sought-after industry opinion on the issues that matter most in modern workplace design.

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The Hotel Show 2013
May, 2013

 

The region's food and hospitality industry is a rapidly growing sector as hospitality projects near completion and renovation projects continue. Host to more than 450 exhibition brands, The Hotel Show is a hub for regional international companies looking to tap into the industry's anticipated growth.

 

The show's 14th edition will open with business networking, industry awards and hospitality sessions and functions. The Hotel Show is open to trade and business professionals, as well as the general public working in the hospitality, leisure and hotel industries.

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5th Arab Outsourcing & Strategic Partnerships Conference 2013
May, 2013

This targeted event brings together speakers and participants from many different industries, and offers a great opportunity for networking and to catch up with the latest trends in outsourcing and strategic partnerships. 

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UAE Companies 2020 Vision and Strategy Conference
20th May, 2013

Date: Monday, 20th May 2013

Duration: 1 day

Timings: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Audience: Investment Executives, Retailers & Corporations, Trade Professionals

Category: Conference

Venue: The Ritz-Carlton DIFC

Admission: Register online. Visit the website to see the various registration options.

Telephone: +971 4 332 6688

 

 

 

 

 

 

UAE Companies 2020 Vision and Strategy Conference aims to highlight the futuristic roadmap for 2020 business challeges and opportunities. The conference aspires to identify and support the optimistic outlook over the next five, 10, 15 and 20 years, of key regions and nearby countries of the UAE. It further aims at developing sustainable strategies for emerging multinationals. 

This event brings the valuable opportunity to meet, discuss important issues, network, and build contacts with the UAE’s top businesses and their leaders.

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China Sourcing Fair 2013
May, 2013

 

Asia's specialized trade shows for China-made products is now in Dubai. The China Sourcing Fair: Gifts and Premiums event is for importers, volume buyers and purchasing managers in the Middle East who want to source direct from competitive suppliers from China, Hong Kong and Taiwan. Many of these suppliers have exported their products to major markets around the world, supplying some of the world's more well-known brands.

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India Sourcing Fair 2013
May, 2013

This trade show provides an ideal platform for businesses in the Middle East and nearby North African markets to meet potential supply partners from India. The most inventive Indian export ready suppliers, known for producing world-class products at competitive price points, will be showcasing a vast range of products in various industries.

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Beautyworld-Middle-East-2012
28th to 30th May, 2013

Beautyworld Middle East 2013 continues to attract some of the leading international names in the industry and trade visitors from around the world. The exhibition is a veritable showcase of the global beauty products, hair, fragrances and well being industries. The demand for cosmetics and other beauty related products is on the increase in the Middle East and Africa, further underlining the huge potential that exists for events such as Beautyworld Middle East.

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June 2013

Modhesh World 2013
June to August, 2013

Date: June - August 2013

Audience: Family, General Public, Kids

Category: Entertainment, Family & Children, Festival

Venue: Modhesh World

Dubai World Trade Centre

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Modhesh World is synonymous with family entertainment during the summer in Dubai and over the years, it has grown to become a destination by itself, given the fact that it attracted around 500,000 visitors in previous editions. Our endeavour every year is to bring innovative and exciting entertainment and events to Modhesh World that you and your children will not soon forget!

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Eid in Dubai - Eid Al Fitr 2013
June to July, 2013

‘Eid in Dubai’ celebrates the Islamic festivities of Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha and translates them into events for families and children. The aim of this event is to highlight the true values of Eid including giving and sharing; the event caters to the needs of the multinational residents of Dubai, visitors from the other emirates, GCC countries, Middle East and Levant markets, as well as tourists from Iran, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and South East Asia.

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Automechanika Dubai 2013
11th to 13th June, 2013

Date: Tuesday, 11th - Thursday, 13th June 2013

Duration: 3 days

Audience: General Public, Trade Professionals

Category: Exhibition

Venue: Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre

Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai

 

 

 

 

Automechanika Dubai will have the participation of market leaders from the automotive sport, workshop equipment, tyres and batteries, parts and systems, repair and maintenance and accessories & tuning industries worldwide.

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Dubai Desert Road Run - June 2013
21st June, 2013

Date: Friday, 21st June 2013

Duration: 1 day

Timings: 7:00 AM

Audience: Adults, Family, General Public, Teens

Category: Family & Children, Sports

Venue: The Sevens Stadium

Admission: Prices range AED 40 - 80 depending on the race

Telephone: +971 55 889 4568

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Dubai Desert Road run consists of a 10km race for adults and children 14+, plus a 3km junior race, with age categories from age 6 to 18, alongside a 3km fun run. The 10km race and the 3km junior race are individually timed via state-of-the-art RFID Chip Timing. There are trophies for the winners in each age category.

 

The 3km fun run is not timed individually, and no awards are distributed. The Dubai Desert Road Run is held six times per year, allowing people to map their progress in fitness.

 

Participants are able to enter one run, or register for as many dates as they wish. Register on the Premier Marathons website. 

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Dubai Sports World 2013
21st June to 21st August, 2013

Dubai Sports World, the Middle East's largest indoor sports event, transforms summer into the season where the sport and action never stop, in one pro-standard, air conditioned arena. From June to August each year, leading sports academies, clubs, sports professionals and enthusiasts make Dubai Sports World the number one indoor sports destination.

 

The dedicated indoor arena delivers across the sporting spectrum – football, basketball, fitness, running, rugby, volleyball, tennis, cricket, action sports and more… It’s the coolest place to be during summer. 

The arena will be open daily from noon to midnight. For more information about the sports available and registration, visit the Dubai World Sports website. 

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July 2013

Modhesh World 2013
June to August, 2013

Date: June - August 2013

Audience: Family, General Public, Kids

Category: Entertainment, Family & Children, Festival

Venue: Modhesh World

Dubai World Trade Centre

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Modhesh World is synonymous with family entertainment during the summer in Dubai and over the years, it has grown to become a destination by itself, given the fact that it attracted around 500,000 visitors in previous editions. Our endeavour every year is to bring innovative and exciting entertainment and events to Modhesh World that you and your children will not soon forget!

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Eid in Dubai - Eid Al Fitr 2013
June to July, 2013

‘Eid in Dubai’ celebrates the Islamic festivities of Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha and translates them into events for families and children. The aim of this event is to highlight the true values of Eid including giving and sharing; the event caters to the needs of the multinational residents of Dubai, visitors from the other emirates, GCC countries, Middle East and Levant markets, as well as tourists from Iran, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and South East Asia.

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Dubai Sports World 2013
21st June to 21st August, 2013

Dubai Sports World, the Middle East's largest indoor sports event, transforms summer into the season where the sport and action never stop, in one pro-standard, air conditioned arena. From June to August each year, leading sports academies, clubs, sports professionals and enthusiasts make Dubai Sports World the number one indoor sports destination.

 

The dedicated indoor arena delivers across the sporting spectrum – football, basketball, fitness, running, rugby, volleyball, tennis, cricket, action sports and more… It’s the coolest place to be during summer. 

The arena will be open daily from noon to midnight. For more information about the sports available and registration, visit the Dubai World Sports website. 

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Ramadan in Dubai 2013
July to August, 2013

Ramadan is a significant month in the Islamic calendar and in Dubai, the period is marked by a host of Ramadan-related activities. The Dubai Events and Promotions Establishment organises numerous events during the month and the retail sector witnesses brisk business. Emarati hospitality and traditions are also very evident during this month as iftars are hosted across Dubai and residents of different nationalities come together to share the spirit of Ramadan.

 

The Establishment, along with its partners from other government departments, will be organising family-oriented events inspired by the holy month. Planned activities will emphasize on the spiritual side of this occasion.

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August 2013

Modhesh World 2013
June to August, 2013

Date: June - August 2013

Audience: Family, General Public, Kids

Category: Entertainment, Family & Children, Festival

Venue: Modhesh World

Dubai World Trade Centre

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Modhesh World is synonymous with family entertainment during the summer in Dubai and over the years, it has grown to become a destination by itself, given the fact that it attracted around 500,000 visitors in previous editions. Our endeavour every year is to bring innovative and exciting entertainment and events to Modhesh World that you and your children will not soon forget!

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Dubai Sports World 2013
21st June to 21st August, 2013

Dubai Sports World, the Middle East's largest indoor sports event, transforms summer into the season where the sport and action never stop, in one pro-standard, air conditioned arena. From June to August each year, leading sports academies, clubs, sports professionals and enthusiasts make Dubai Sports World the number one indoor sports destination.

 

The dedicated indoor arena delivers across the sporting spectrum – football, basketball, fitness, running, rugby, volleyball, tennis, cricket, action sports and more… It’s the coolest place to be during summer. 

The arena will be open daily from noon to midnight. For more information about the sports available and registration, visit the Dubai World Sports website. 

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Ramadan in Dubai 2013
July to August, 2013

Ramadan is a significant month in the Islamic calendar and in Dubai, the period is marked by a host of Ramadan-related activities. The Dubai Events and Promotions Establishment organises numerous events during the month and the retail sector witnesses brisk business. Emarati hospitality and traditions are also very evident during this month as iftars are hosted across Dubai and residents of different nationalities come together to share the spirit of Ramadan.

 

The Establishment, along with its partners from other government departments, will be organising family-oriented events inspired by the holy month. Planned activities will emphasize on the spiritual side of this occasion.

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September 2013

Materials Handling 2013
10th to 12th September, 2013

Date: Tuesday, 10th - Thursday, 12th September 2013

Duration: 3 days

Timings: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Audience: Professionals, Retailers & Corporations, Trade Professionals

Category: Conference, Exhibition

Venue: Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre

Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai

Admission: Free for registered trade/professional visitors

Telephone: +971 4 389 4500

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The seventh edition of the Materials Handling Middle East will provide exhibitors with the ideal business setting that encourages and initiates business transactions while maximising and pushing the potential of trade limits. Key suppliers and decision makers from throughout the world will be present at the show to complement the needs and requirements of the key buyers.

 

Visitors will experience the latest material handling and logistics innovations that will make their supply chain work more productively and profitably.

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October 2013

GITEX Shopper 2013 - October Edition
5th to 12th October, 2013

Date: Saturday, 5th - Saturday, 12th October 2013

Duration: 8 days

Audience: General Public

Category: Exhibition

Venue: Dubai World Trade Centre

Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GITEX Shopper is the biggest and the best consumer electronics retail platform with power retailers and world class brands. This unique fast-paced consumer event attracts a huge buying audience that includes IT professionals, technology enthusiasts, students and consumers as well as regional traders searching for the latest tech-innovations and shopping deals.

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Dubai International Dance Festival 2013
24th to 26th October, 2013

Date: Thursday, 24th - Saturday, 26th October 2013

Duration: 3 days

Audience: General Public

Category: Arts & Culture, Entertainment

Venue: DUCTAC, Mall of the Emirates

Telephone: +971 50 6744617 / +971 50 2777475

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Dubai International Dance Festival is a unique multi-arts event and has a reputation for attracting some of the well-known dance companies, classical dance academies, youth orchestras, bands, and music ensembles from around the region and the world. The Festival is also a catalyst for the creation of new work and creative activity, with an education programme and artistic collaborations with organisations throughout the UAE, the Middle East, and the rest of the world.

 

The 6th Dubai International Dance Festival 2013 is the largest dance event of the year featuring three days of performances, live entertainment, workshops, themed dance parties, dance competitions, international guest DJs and more. 

 

Visit the event's website for the programme and locations.