From fireworks to shopping events, the city of Dubai has a lot lined up for the Indian ‘Festival of Lights’. Diwali is one of the major festivals of India. Hindus from all around the world celebrate it with sweets and lots of gifts. Ahmed Al Khaja, CEO of Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), said: “Dubai’s Diwali celebrations showcase what a great and culturally diverse city Dubai is, and how much there is on offer for residents and visitors alike. Diwali is the perfect start to the festive season and will showcase the city’s status as a truly world-class retail and entertainment destination.”
Fireworks:
On 29th October at 8.30 pm Dubai Fitness Challenge Opening Fireworks will happen on the Jumeirah Beach, just behind the sunset mall. On 4th November at 8.30 pm, spectacular fireworks will take place on Bluewaters which overlooks the Dubai Marina.
Dubai Festival City Mall and Global Village (Global Village Weekend Fireworks) are putting up amazing fireworks show on 4th November at 9.30 pm and 26th October to 13th November at 9:00 pm every Thursday and Friday respectively.
Festive Menu & Complimentary Menu:
Dhaba Lane: The vegetarian Menu is priced at 52 AED, and the Non-Vegetarian platter is 55 AED. Available all day, Sunday to Wednesday, from Sunday, 24th October till 30th November On weekends, the festive menu is available as Ala-carte.
India Bistro World Trade Center: The special Diwali menu includes two chaats, two grills, two mains, bread, biryani and a dessert. Available in vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, the tempting dishes on the festive menu include pani puri, samosa chaat, peri-peri chicken, zaituni paneer tikka, burrata butter chicken, railway mutton curry, chicken tikka masala, Daal Makhni, purvaanchal ka saag, assorted bread, Dum Biryani, Slow Cooked Chicken Awadh Biryani and Gulab Juman. Priced at AED 89. India Bistro Sharjah: On the occasion of Diwali, the restaurant will be offering a complimentary dessert of Phirni Kesar Da at every table from 3rd November -6th November for lunch and dinner.
Enjoy a Sizzling Meal at Yoko Sizzlers: Head to the UAE’s oldest Sizzler joint to indulge in its three-course set menu. Starting at AED 85 you’ll get anyone sizzler, a soup, a dessert and a soft drink. Choose from the wide varieties of veg, meat, beef, prawns or chicken sizzlers.
Retail Events & Gifts:
India Palace Sweet Boxes: Express your appreciation for loved ones with unforgettable gourmet Indian Sweet boxes from the award-winning restaurant, India Palace. Launched in three variations, you can choose from Royal Gold Textured Box perfect for festive Gifting, Classic Luxurious Box in the rich Blue finish – an ideal option for corporate gifting, and Standard Box in Elegant Gold Finish that compliments every occasion. Priced at AED 120, 85 and 65 respectively.
People visiting the Dubai Shopping Malls can get a chance to Shop & Win gold worth AED 100,000 with the Golden Diwali Surprises. All they have to do is spend AED 200 and receive a raffle coupon and enter the lucky draw!
Khau Galli Diwali Hampers: Impress your loved ones, family and business partners this Diwali with special Gift Hampers from Indian street food restaurant Khau Galli. Choose from a variety of options that include wooden baskets beautifully decorated with festive themes and traditional brass jars filled with premium dry fruits. Diwali Hampers prices start at AED 50 and can be customised to suit individual budgets and choices.
You can also get a chance to win AED 150,000 worth of jewellery vouchers when you shop for jewellery. This offer is available in more than 125 jewellery stores across Dubai. The offers start on Thursday, 21 October and end on Saturday, 6 November.
Sagar Ratna Sweet Boxes: The pure vegetarian Rajasthani restaurant in Dubai, Sagar Ratna, is offering fresh desi ghee Mithai (no preservatives added) for Diwali. Prices of Desi Ghee sweet boxes by Sagar Ratna start at AED 80 and go until AED 120. One can choose from a wide range of sweets that include Kesar Katli, Kaju Katli, Kaju Pista Roll, Anjeer Dry Fruit Burfi, Moong Daal Chakki, Besan Chakki, Mix Mithai, Motichoor Ladoo and much more.
The Pointe on the Palm Jumeirah will host a splendid performance by the dancing fountain, The Palm Fountain. This will be accompanied by an array of restaurant offers from both international and local restaurants.
