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Here is a list of events that you definitely don't want to miss this year

1. Russell Peters  

Funny man Russell Peters, will be back to Dubai in January on a leg of his new world tour. Recently, he became more popular after appearing in NBC's hit show, Last Comic Standing.
 
Location Dubai World Trade Centre Date January 19 to January 20 Website Russell Peters
 

2. Red Fest DXB 2016

After the success of Red Fest DXB last year, the two-day event will be back at Dubai Media City Amphitheatre presenting famous singers such as Steve Aoki, Rita Ora, Trey Songz, Fifth Harmony, Adam Lambert, Eva Simons, The Vamps and MistaJam. 
 
Location Dubai Media City Amphitheatre Date February 11 to February 12 Website Red Fest Dxb Tickets here
 

3. Gulf Food 

Gulf Food will provide a distinctive platform where exporters, exhibitors and visitors from all over the world can exchange their experience through various training sessions and competitions held at the exhibition.

Location Dubai World Trade Centre Date February 21 to February 25 Website Gulf Food
 

4. Dubai Food Festival

Like every year, the Dubai Food Festival will offer visitors different food related events and promotions that will introduce them to different cuisines. Numerous restaurants such as Ashiana by Vineet, Boca, Fume, Pai Thai , and Qbara will feature  their menu at the festival.
 
Location Kite Beach, Jumeirah Date February 25 to March 12 Website Dubai Food Festival
 

5. The Emirates Airline International Festival of Literature

The Emirates Airline International Festival of Literature will attract bookworms from all over the world to exchange ideas and debate with each other.  The festival will also offer numerous educational sessions and several competitions. To enter into these competitions and win some fabulous prizes, click here

Location Intercontinental Hotel, Festival City Date March 1 to March 12 Website Literature Festival
 

6. Dubai International Kite Festival 

The Dubai International Kite Festival will gather kite flyers from all over the world to participate in this impressive festival. Visitors will also enjoy amazing airborne shows featuring harmonised kite surfing and kite boarding, besides various entertainment activities such as face painting, kite making workshops, and portrait drawing.
 
Location Jumeirah Beach Date March 17 to March 19 Website Dubai International Kite Festival  
 

7. World Art Dubai

World Art Dubai will offer a significant platform for artists from all over the world and exhibit their artistic works in one of the leading events for creative arts. 

Location Dubai World Trade Centre Date April 6 to April 9 Website World Art Dubai
 

8. Tom Jones concert at Du Forum, Yas Island 

Tom Jones will perform at the Du forum again after three years. His most famous songs include – She’s a lady, Delilah and Sex Bomb. Recently, he has grown popular with his judging stint in music reality show, The Voice. Be sure to get tickets well in advance.

Location Du Forum, Yas Island Date April 15 Website Tom Jones  Tickets here 
 

9. INDEX - International Design Exhibition

Index will highlight the latest trends in the interior design field featuring furniture, lighting items and designing materials. The exhibition will also attract suppliers and manufactures from all over the world.         
 
Location Dubai World Trade Centre Date May 23 to May 26 Website INDEX
 

10.  Dubai Sports World

Dubai sports world will provide all the sport enthusiasts in the UAE with an ultimate sport experience to enjoy playing various indoor sports activities such as basketball, volleyball and tennis. Sport enthusiasts can also participate in various contests to win valuable trophies.

Location Dubai World Trade Centre Date August 1 to August  31 Website Dubai Sports World