As DSS fever infects the city, organisers have laid on a wide variety of entertainment options across Dubai. From show-stoppers on the catwalk to international acts, get ready to be spoilt for choice. We’ve picked some of the best here; more details on these and others is at at dubaievents.ae or by calling the Ahlan Dubai hotline, 600 545555.
EPIC
EPIC, an abbreviation for ‘Eco-Wise, Progressive, Intelligent Consumer’, is an exhibition highlighting the need for sustainable consumption. Products are displayed across different sectors, including fashion, food, travel, health, business and technology.
Venue: Dubai Mall
Date: June 22-24
Lazy Town
Join Stephanie, Ziggy, Sportacus and Robbie as they endeavour to set a new energy record in the town they are visiting.
Venue: Dubai Mall
Date: June 22-July 2
Mr Men Show
Based on the original Mr Men and Little Miss books created by Roger Hargreaves,
the show centres on the quaint town of Dillydale, which is hosting its first dance-a-thon.
Venue: Dubai Marina Mall
Date: June 23-July 3
SPIDERMAN LIVE
The much-loved Marvel web slinger promises to keep spectators spellbound as he takes on the supercharged super villain Electro and his evil bodyguard Black Cat here in the UAE.
Venue: BurJuman
Date: June 30-July 4 and July 6-9
Time: Varied timings.
Min Bladi Al Emarat
This popular event offers a fascinating insight into the UAE’s Bedouin, marine, and mountain traditions with an accompanying display of arts and crafts. And tradition gets
a style makeover at the Sheila and Abaya Fashion Show, which showcases new collections by established brands and upcoming designers.
Venue: To be announced.
Date: June 30-July 9
Heritage-based daily displays and exhibits: June 30-July 9
Weekend competitions: June 30-July 2
Time: 5pm to 10pm
Sheila Abaya Fashion Show: July 7-9
Time: 6pm, 7pm, 8pm
DSS FANTASIA
Mercato gets transformed this DSS with five weeks of carnivals, performers and musicians as it brings Covent Garden to Dubai. DSS Fantasia will also host an exciting fairytale show.
Venue: Mercato
Date: July 7-16
Time: 5pm to 10pm
Disney's Camp Rock: The Musical
Including all the hit songs from the original movie and sequel including This Is Me, Can’t Back Down and We Rock, Disney’s Camp Rock: The Musical is a funfilled spectacular stage show whose cast features some of the best performers from London’s West
End. Priced from Dh120.
Venue: The First Group Theatre, Madinat Jumeirah
Date: July 11–16
Bob the Builder
Bob the Builder is back this summer with a 25-minute musical titled Birthday Surprise. Join Bob, Wendy, and Spud in this exciting show with meet-and-greet sessions.
Venue: Mall of the Emirates
Date: July 17-27 (3 shows)
Powerpuff Girls – Recycle Meltdown
It’s a beautiful yet busy day in Townsville until the local Recycling Plant goes into mayhem when its recycling machine breaks down. The Powerpuff trio, Blossom,
Bubbles and Buttercup, soon set things right again!
Venue: Al Ghurair City
Date: July 7-17 (3 shows)
Kids Sports Championships
This must see event accommodates toddlers and children. From baby crawling to dancing, there are unlimited surprises in store for tiny tots.
Venue: Dubai Festival City
Date: July 14–20
Time: 5pm to 10pm
West Side Story
A musical adaptation of William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, this classic show depicts the rivalry between two teenage street gangs in New York City.
Tickets from Dh125.
Venue: Dubai Community Theatre and Arts Centre
Date: July 19–23
Time: Varied timings
Thomas the Tank
Based on The Railway Series of books by the Reverend W. Awdry and his son, Thomas and friends lead children to a world of imagination through the tracks of a train and the
words of a story.
Venue: Mirdif City Centre
Date: July 21-31
Kids Fashion Week
Dedicated to young fashionistas everywhere, the growing market of children’s clothing is celebrated in a display of colourful and practical designs.
Venue: Deira City Centre
Date: July 28–July 31
Time: 5pm to 10pm
Chowder
Chowder, the Emmy-winning American animated television series, comes to Dubai in an interactive show that features the crazy antics of the character Mung Daal, along with music, singing, dancing and cooking sessions.
Venue: Dubai Festival City
Date: July 21-31
