UAE Calendar · 2026 · July
July 2026 in Dubai: Dubai Summer Surprises and key dates
July 2026 in Dubai is anchored by Dubai Summer Surprises, a 59-day citywide festival of shopping deals, family entertainment and events running 3 July to 30 August. Includes Modesh World, the Great Dubai Summer Sale and more.
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July 2026 in Dubai opens with Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) 2026, a 59-day citywide festival running 3 July to 30 August, organized by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE). The festival brings shopping discounts across major malls, Modesh World at Dubai World Trade Centre, family entertainment, hotel promotions and prize draws. Sub-event dates and concert lineups are published by DFRE as the season progresses.
Source dates in this calendar are drawn from official government and organizer announcements. Confirm compliance-related details with a qualified adviser before acting.
Dates
- 2026-07-03
Dubai Summer Surprises 2026 opens (3 July to 30 August)
notes ↓ - 2026-07-03
Modesh World opens at Dubai World Trade Centre (within DSS)
- 2026-07-03
Muntazah Al Khairan: Theatrical Comedy at Dubai Opera (3-4 July, within DSS)
- 2026-07-18
Atif Aslam live at Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi (18 July 2026)
notes ↓ - 2026-07-25
UFC Fight Night Abu Dhabi: Ankalaev vs. Rountree Jr. at Etihad Arena (25 July)
notes ↓ - 2026-07-13
Dubai Summer Surprises: Summer Restaurant Week (13 July to 2 August 2026)
Deadlinenotes ↓ - 2026-07-18
Beat The Heat DXB S5: Dystinct & Issam Najjar at DWTC Hall 8 (18 July)
notes ↓ - 2026-07-18
Michael Lives Forever (Michael Jackson tribute) at Coca-Cola Arena (18 July)
notes ↓ - 2026-07-25
Beat The Heat DXB S5: Talal Sam & Sultan Al Murshed at DWTC Hall 8 (25 July)
notes ↓ - 2026-07-26
Indie Soulfest: Bismil & Indian Ocean at Coca-Cola Arena (26 July)
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Key date notes
2026-07-03Dubai Summer Surprises 2026 opens (3 July to 30 August)
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Dubai Summer Surprises 2026 opens (3 July to 30 August)
Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) 2026 runs from Friday 3 July to Sunday 30 August, organized by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), part of the Department of Economy and Tourism. The 59-day festival is Dubai's flagship summer event, featuring citywide shopping discounts, family entertainment, hotel promotions and prize draws across major malls. Key components include the Great Dubai Summer Sale, Modesh World at Dubai World Trade Centre, the Beat the Heat DXB concert series, and a Back to School retail phase in August. Specific sub-event dates and concert lineups are published by DFRE closer to the opening date. The official programme is available at visitdubai.com.
2026-07-18Atif Aslam live at Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi (18 July 2026)
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Atif Aslam live at Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi (18 July 2026)
Atif Aslam, Pakistan's leading pop and playback singer, performs live at Etihad Arena, Yas Bay, Abu Dhabi on 18 July 2026. Doors at 7:30 PM, show at 9:00 PM. Tickets from AED 95. Abu Dhabi is approximately 130 km from Dubai.
2026-07-25UFC Fight Night Abu Dhabi: Ankalaev vs. Rountree Jr. at Etihad Arena (25 July)
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UFC Fight Night Abu Dhabi: Ankalaev vs. Rountree Jr. at Etihad Arena (25 July)
UFC Fight Night returns to Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi on Saturday 25 July 2026. Main event: Magomed Ankalaev vs. Khalil Rountree Jr. (light heavyweight). Abu Dhabi is approximately 130 km from Dubai.
2026-07-13Dubai Summer Surprises: Summer Restaurant Week (13 July to 2 August 2026)
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Dubai Summer Surprises: Summer Restaurant Week (13 July to 2 August 2026)
DeadlineDubai Summer Surprises 2026 brings Summer Restaurant Week from 13 July to 2 August. Over 100 restaurants across Dubai offer curated set menus at special prices. Part of the wider DSS programme (2 July -- 30 August).
2026-07-18Beat The Heat DXB S5: Dystinct & Issam Najjar at DWTC Hall 8 (18 July)
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Beat The Heat DXB S5: Dystinct & Issam Najjar at DWTC Hall 8 (18 July)
Beat The Heat DXB Season 5 brings Moroccan-Belgian rapper Dystinct and Jordanian-Palestinian singer Issam Najjar to Hall 8 at Dubai World Trade Centre. Doors at 6 pm; show at 8:30 pm. Tickets from AED 105. Part of Dubai Summer Surprises 2026. Ages 14+; valid photo ID required.
2026-07-18Michael Lives Forever (Michael Jackson tribute) at Coca-Cola Arena (18 July)
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Michael Lives Forever (Michael Jackson tribute) at Coca-Cola Arena (18 July)
Michael Lives Forever is a Michael Jackson tribute show at Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai. Performed by Rodrigo Teaser — one of the world's leading MJ tribute artists — with full live band and dancers. Show at 8:30 pm. Tickets from AED 125 to AED 695. Presented by AJ Entertainment; supported by Dubai Calendar.
2026-07-25Beat The Heat DXB S5: Talal Sam & Sultan Al Murshed at DWTC Hall 8 (25 July)
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Beat The Heat DXB S5: Talal Sam & Sultan Al Murshed at DWTC Hall 8 (25 July)
Beat The Heat DXB Season 5 brings Kuwaiti artist Talal Sam and Saudi singer Sultan Al Murshed to Hall 8 at Dubai World Trade Centre. Doors at 6 pm; performance at 8:30 pm. Tickets from AED 105. Part of Dubai Summer Surprises 2026.
2026-07-26Indie Soulfest: Bismil & Indian Ocean at Coca-Cola Arena (26 July)
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Indie Soulfest: Bismil & Indian Ocean at Coca-Cola Arena (26 July)
Indie Soulfest brings Sufi-fusion artist Bismil and Indian fusion legends Indian Ocean to Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai. Doors at 7 pm; show at 8 pm until approximately 11:30 pm. Tickets from AED 99 to AED 2,000. Part of Dubai Summer Surprises 2026.
Dubai Summer Surprises 2026 (3 July to 30 August): DFRE official programme. Sub-event dates and concert lineups are announced by DFRE closer to the opening date. E-invoicing Phase A (1 July): see the e-invoicing calendar entry.
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