THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS: A WEEK PACKED WITH EXPERIENCES, GOLD AND GIFTS THIS DIWALI

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 9 November 2023

Diwali season is here in Dubai, lighting up the city until 16 November. Experience The Festival of Lights with exciting offers and exclusive deals on gold, jewellery, gifts, and fashion at locations all across the city. Presented by the Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), The Festival of Lights features Diwali-themed menus, raffles, draws, and much more. Don’t miss out on this enchanting event that brings joy and excitement across Dubai’s vibrant community of more than 200 nationalities.

This week, Dubai is set to shine with the Dubai Jewellery Group and Dubai Shopping Malls Group offering a chance to win gold, adding a touch of glamour to your Diwali experience. Explore fantastic offers at Dubai Festival City Mall, City Centre Deira, City Centre Mirdif and City Centre Al Shindagha, making your shopping experience truly memorable. Don’t miss the chance to savour the flavours of the Festival of Light with gastronomic experiences and special Diwali menus at dining destinations across the city.

RETAIL AND CHANCES TO WIN

Elevate your Diwali in Dubai, the City of Gold, with the Dubai Jewellery Group. Get amazing discounts of up to 50 per cent off on a special Diwali collection of jewellery. Shoppers purchasing select diamond and pearl jewellery at half price will receive a free gold coin from participating stores.

But that’s not all. Every purchase gives you a chance to win big. There are a total of AED 150,000 worth of jewellery vouchers up for grabs, with 30 lucky winners receiving AED 5,000 each. Don’t miss out on these fantastic deals and prizes. To learn more about the offers and participating stores, visit the Dubai City of Gold website.

Get ready to experience The Festival of Lights at City Centre Deira and City Centre Mirdif, where it will be in full swing until 12 November. Shoppers can take full advantage of the fantastic retail offers and Diwali deals by spending over AED 300 to become eligible to enter the daily draw and win a gold coin by scanning their receipts on the SHARE app. Additionally, shop at City Centre Al Shindagha for AED 200 or more and scan your receipts using the SHARE app to enter a draw for two Air Arabia tickets. Plus, shoppers can also get bonus SHARE points.

Don’t forget to visit Dubai Festival City Mall, where spending AED 300 or more gives shoppers  the opportunity to be one of the two lucky winners taking home 100 grams of gold. Pay a visit to the customer service desk to get started.

And be in with a chance to win the Idealz Diwali Grand Prize bybuying the Idealz Basics shopping card for AED 7 for the opportunity to take home a whopping 1kg of gold. The lucky winners of this amazing prize will be announced on 10 November.

Or shop for jewellery worth AED 500 or more at participating outlets for the Damas Diwali Promotion to get a raffle coupon to win a diamond jewellery set. What’s more, spend AED 10,000 on diamonds and get a bonus 1-gram 22k gold coin, along with an entry into a raffle for a chance to win a diamond jewellery set.

Those looking to purchase electronics, appliances and gadgets can pick from a range of offers available at Jumbo stores in Dubai, as well as online at www.jumbo.ae until 12 November. Get amazing perks such as up to 40 per cent off on electronics, AED 50 off at Joyalukkas, 15 per cent off on DoJoin activities, 20 per cent off on fnp, zero interest on Easy Pay, and even vouchers for AED 100. As if the list of benefits wasn’t long enough, shoppers can also stand to experience a range of daily premium experiences like hot air balloon rides, parasailing adventures, helicopter tours and more.

GASTRONOMY

Treat yourself to mouthwatering eats with Zomato’s ‘Dine & Win’ Promotion. Simply make two transactionsatZomato Gold restaurants to get the chance to be one of the lucky winners of gold coins worth AED 30,000. Don’t miss out on these incredible opportunities to win valuable prizes during this festive season.

Dubai is offering a variety of delicious Diwali dining experiences, ranging from traditional Indian street food to high-quality Michelin-starred dishes to tantalize your taste buds. With a variety of delightful options such as, The Crossing in H Hotel, where you can enjoy personalized Diwali meals until 12 November. Chef Jitin Joshi has prepared a special menu with favourites like Patti Chaat and Chicken Makhan Malai, along with exclusive Diwali dishes, catering to every budget.

Head over to Dhaba Lane Restaurants across Dubai for an affordable treat. The restaurant is serving a Diwali-themed menu, including a 5-course meal for just AED 69. This menu features tandoori starters, homemade gravies, and desserts like the famous Daulat ki Chaat from Old Delhi.

For an upscale dining experience, Aamara Restaurant at Voco hotel on Sheikh Zayed Road is inviting guests to a 10-course Diwali special menu for AED 185. Enjoy the rich flavors of India’s historic Silk Route through carefully crafted dishes, all in a modern and vibrant atmosphere.

The Diwali spirit is extended at Global Village until 16 November, where you can immerse yourself and enjoy traditional Indian street food at the Indian Chaat Bazaar or savour Indian cuisine at exceptional restaurants within the village.

With a twist of tradition and innovation at Punjab Grill Dubai is inviting you to taste Diwali from 9 to 19 November. Executive Chef Sandeep Ail has created a menu featuring dishes like Butter Pav Bhaji and Sesame Coconut-Crusted Shrimps Laddoo.

Finally, Chef Kunal Kapur at PINCODE Dubai Hills Mall is crafting a special menu priced at AED 129. Until 14 November, explore flavors like Kesar Peda Lassi and Rajasthani Laal Maas for a delightful Diwali experience.

Make sure not to miss the Festival of Lights happenings this year – check out Visit Dubai and @StyledbyDubai on social media channels for more information.