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Dubai K-Fest

Name: Dubai K-Fest
Start: 2026-09-25
End: 2026-10-04
Location: Dubai

Dubai K-Fest is a ten-day cultural celebration highlighting Korean entertainment, cuisine, and lifestyle in the United Arab Emirates. The event features a diverse program of K-pop performances, film screenings, fashion showcases, and culinary experiences. Organized around four thematic pillars—Celebrate Korea, Shop Korea, Win Korea, and Taste Korea—the festival includes activities at Dubai Festival City Mall and various venues across the city.

Date: Sep 25 - Oct 4, 2026
Location: Dubai
Status: Upcoming

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Event summary

Highlights

Free opening night concert at Festival Bay featuring Kwon Eunbi and Oneus
Korean dance showcase with choreographers AIKI and Choi Young-jun
Four-pillar program: Celebrate, Shop, Win, and Taste Korea
Citywide K-beauty pop-ups and movie screenings

The festival's opening weekend at Festival Bay features high-profile free public concerts. The initial night includes performances by South Korean solo artist Kwon Eunbi and the boy band Oneus, who are scheduled to showcase music from their mini-album, FIRST LIGHT. A second evening dedicated to dance and choreography features well-known Korean artists AIKI and Choi Young-jun, supported by the Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA).

Beyond the live musical performances, the festival offers a variety of interactive experiences including K-beauty pop-up shops, specialized dining events, and Korean movie nights. The programming is designed to be accessible citywide, combining centralized entertainment at Dubai Festival City with shopping promotions and cultural showcases distributed throughout Dubai.

Practical details

Location described by the source: Dubai Festival City Mall; gulfnews.com
Area for browsing nearby events: Dubai

Before attending

Check the sources below for current opening times, admission prices and registration requirements. A date range does not mean the event runs continuously or that admission is free.