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50 researched guides to events in the UAE. Every date and price traces to a source named on the page.
What's on in the UAE in November 2026
The month the winter season fills up: art week in Abu Dhabi, four nights of Trevor Noah, golf, rugby, sailing and a run of concerts at every big venue.
What's on in the UAE in December 2026
National Day, Grand Prix week, Christmas shows and New Year's Eve: December is the densest month on the UAE calendar.
Christmas and festive events in the UAE 2026
A short list of December events with a festive angle, in date order, with prices where printed.
Dubai Shopping Festival 2026-27: dates and what to expect
The 32nd edition runs 4 December to 17 January. The retail promotions are the backbone; the programme around them is still being announced.
New Year's Eve in the UAE 2026: what is announced so far
One headline gala is confirmed with prices. The city fireworks programmes were not yet announced, so here is what we know and how to find out.
Ramadan 2027 in the UAE: expected dates and what to expect
Astronomers expect Ramadan to begin on Monday 8 February 2027. The official moon sighting decides, and the Eid dates follow from it.
UAE National Day 2026: dates, holiday and what to plan
The 55th National Day is a two-day holiday on 2 and 3 December 2026, followed straight away by Abu Dhabi Grand Prix week.
What's on in the UAE in February 2027
Summits, tennis and film concerts, with Ramadan expected to begin on 8 February and change the rhythm of the calendar.
What's on in the UAE in January 2027
A month of sport and culture: the Dubai Marathon, the Desert Classic, ice ballet at Dubai Opera and a new art festival in Ras Al Khaimah.
What's on in the UAE in March 2027
Eid, a three-week West End run in Abu Dhabi, a food trade show and the richest night in horse racing.