Photos: Dubai Shopping Festival returns to the charming Al Seef district

UAE residents can enjoy DSF fun and activities at the Al Seef waterfront

Published: January 14, 2022 16:37 Pictures by Ahmed Ramzan, Senior Visual Journalist and Compiled by Devadasan K P, Chief Visual Editor

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Dubai Shopping Festival, in partnership with Dubai Holding Asset Management, is once again returning to the charming Al Seef, Dubai’s popular waterfront promenade famous for its inspiring Emirati heritage, with a family focused DSF Market packed with fun activities, workshops, live entertainment and amazing fireworks. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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Running until 30 January 2022, the theme of this year’s market is centred around the act of ‘learning by doing’, and celebrates the spirit of passing knowledge down from generation to generation. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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In the style of a walkable outdoor playhouse and museum, the DSF Market at Al Seef will feature four zones inspired by the natural elements – Water, Air, Earth and Fire – with educational, interactive art installations that bring to life the rich culture and history of the Emirates. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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A number of themed weeks will also be part of the calendar for this very special cultural experience. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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Ahmed Al Khaja, CEO of Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), said: “Al Seef is a very special place designed to preserve the culture and history of our Emirates. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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The DSF market at Al Seef is very much in keeping with that sentiment, and this year is themed around the act of ‘learning by doing’, taking inspiration from the Emirati fishermen, pearl divers and falconers who all passed down their knowledge and showed the next generation how things are done. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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With it’s fun, interactive and innovative elements and extensive entertainment programme, DSF Market Al Seef is an experience for the whole family to enjoy.” Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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A ballet performance is entertaining the visitors at Al Seef. Image Credit: Supplied

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Fareed Abdelrahman, Managing Director of Retail Destinations - Dubai Holding Asset Management, said, “Dubai has earned its reputation as a global centre for tourism and leisure by consistently delivering unrivalled and innovative experiences. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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The emirate’s retail and events calendar especially during the winter season attracts residents and visitors from the region and beyond to participate in memorable activations and showcases, and we have no doubt this year’s line-up will exceed expectations. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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Our strategic partnership with Dubai Shopping Festival is a testament to our commitment to raising the bar for original experiences that spotlight homegrown creatives, our diverse retailers, world-class attractions and local heritage in a safe, immersive way.” Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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Al Seef’s DSF Market is open Sunday to Wednesday from 6pm-10pm and Thursday to Saturday from 4pm-11pm. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) is running from now until 30 January 2022 with incredible deals, innovative events, world-class entertainment and life-changing prizes. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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As the longest running event of its kind, DSF has grown over the last 27 years into a signature celebration for citizens, residents and visitors alike. Featuring the ultimate retail therapy from a wide range of homegrown and global brands as well as live concerts, nightly shows, outdoors markets, pop-up dining and more, this year’s DSF experience is not to be missed. Image Credit: Supplied

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