AE Upcoming

The Ripe Market

Name: The Ripe Market
Start: 2026-10-10
End: 2027-05-02
Location: Dubai

The Ripe Market returns to Academy Park in Dubai for its 2026-2027 season, operating every Saturday and Sunday from October 10 through May 2. This long-standing community event features local farmers, independent makers, and diverse food concepts alongside live entertainment and family-oriented activities.

Date: Oct 10, 2026 - May 2, 2027
Location: Dubai
Status: Upcoming

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Event summary

Highlights

Weekly farmers market featuring local UAE produce
Dubai Police demonstrations including K9 units and supercars
Live music, wellness sessions, and sports activities
Showcase of independent local brands and handmade goods

Celebrating 15 years of supporting local commerce, The Ripe Market serves as a central hub for Dubai’s farmers, artisans, and small business owners. Located at Academy Park on Sheikh Zayed Road, the seasonal market provides a platform for UAE-based brands to showcase fresh produce, handmade crafts, and unique retail finds in an outdoor community setting.

The market operates weekends from 9am to 9pm, offering a range of programming that extends beyond shopping. Visitors can participate in wellness activities and sports, enjoy live music, or explore various local food concepts. The event is designed as a family-friendly destination for breakfast, lunch, or evening social gatherings.

A notable feature of the market is its ongoing collaboration with the Dubai Police. This partnership brings unique community engagement activities to the park, including demonstrations by the K9 unit, performances by the Dubai Police Marching Band, and displays of the department's signature supercars. Children can also interact with police mascots Officer Amna and Captain Mansour during their visit.

Practical details

Location described by the source: Academy Park; whatson.ae
Area for browsing nearby events: Dubai

Before attending

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