Expert recommendations of the top events—with tips on how to best experience these celebrations.
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Dubai Desert Classic
Late January-early February. World class golf event. “Men in polo shirts and women in pearls come out in force. Post-tournament celebrations are as popular as the contest itself.”—Georgia Lewis, editor, Middle East Car magazine.
Dubai International Film Festival
December. Showcases regional and international films. Tip: “Skip overblown gala nights and watch the world’s most comprehensive new Arab cinema program instead.”—Antonia Carver, co-editor, Bidoun magazine. www.dubaifilmfest.com
Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF)
January-February. A month of shopping bargains and cultural events. “I defy anyone to walk into a mall during DSF and not float out with anarmful of bargains.”—Rachel Sharp, editor in chief, Harper’s Bazaar Dubai. www.mydsf.com
Dubai World Cup
March. World’s richest horse race day. “Bubbly flows freely, and the prize money is astronomical.”—Georgia Lewis. www.dubaiworldcup.com
Art Dubai
March. “Go for local flavor—main fair includes leading galleries, others exhibit at the unmissable alternative Creek Art Fair in Bastakiya.”—Antonia Carver. www.gulfartfair.com
