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Athar exhibition

Sep 7-21, 2026 Dubai

Recently ended

Organized by Dubai Municipality, the Athar exhibition at Hewi Nad Al Sheba celebrates the successes and societal contributions of Emirati women. Running from September 7 to 21, 2026, the event highlights entrepreneurial...

Emirati Women S Day Exhibition +7

Skin of Dreams exhibition

Jul 3 - Sep 20, 2026 Abu Dhabi

Recently ended

The Cultural Foundation in Abu Dhabi presents Skin of Dreams, the first mid-career retrospective by artist Shezad Dawood. Running from July 3 to September 20, 2026, the exhibition showcases over 15 years...

Art exhibition Retrospective +8

The Marriage of Figaro Ballet

Sep 17-19, 2026 Dubai

Recently ended

The Ukrainian National Ballet presents a dance adaptation of Mozart’s classic 18th-century opera at Dubai Opera. Running from September 17 to 19, 2026, the production commemorates the 270th anniversary of the composer's...

Ballet Classical Music +4

International Real Estate and Investment Show 2026

Sep 17-19, 2026 Abu Dhabi

Recently ended

The International Real Estate and Investment Show 2026 takes place from 17 to 19 September at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). The property sales exhibition and conference brings together developers,...

Real Estate Investment +5

Arabian Travel Market 2026

Sep 14-17, 2026 Dubai

Recently ended

Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 is the 33rd edition of the Middle East's primary travel and tourism trade exhibition. Scheduled for September 14–17 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, the four-day event...

Travel Trade Tourism +7

Dubai Summer Surprises 2026

Jul 24 - Sep 15, 2026 Dubai

Recently ended

Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) 2026 is a premier city-wide festival that transforms the summer season into a vibrant celebration of retail, fitness, and entertainment. The event features substantial shopping discounts of up...

Shopping Fitness +5

One Day Choir: Rolling In The Deep

Sep 13, 2026 Dubai

The One Day Choir: Rolling In The Deep is a single-day pop-up choir session held on September 13, 2026, at The Fridge, Alserkal Avenue, Dubai. Participants, regardless of experience, learn and perform...

Choir Music +4

Sharjah Museums' International Day of Sign Languages Events

Sep 12-13, 2026 Sharjah

The Sharjah Museums Authority hosted a series of inclusive events on September 12-13, 2026, to mark the International Day of Sign Languages. Part of the “Let’s Live Together” initiative, activities took place...

Cultural events Sign Language +6

Paw Patrol Live! Heroes Unite

Sep 12-13, 2026 Abu Dhabi

Paw Patrol Live! Heroes Unite is a vibrant live stage production based on the popular animated series, held at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi from September 12 to 13, 2026. It...

Children S Event Live Show +4

Middle East Film & Comic Con

Sep 11-13, 2026 Abu Dhabi

The Middle East Film & Comic Con (MEFCC) is a fan-favorite pop culture festival held from September 11 to 13, 2026, at the ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. It unites thousands of visitors...

Pop Culture Comics +5

Dubai Opera's 10th Anniversary Gala

Sep 12, 2026 Dubai

Dubai Opera's 10th Anniversary Gala is a celebratory concert scheduled for September 12, 2026, marking a decade since the venue's opening. The event features a performance by Egyptian soprano Fatma Said, accompanied...

Classical Music Opera +5

Mammootty in Rajakeeyam

Sep 12, 2026 Sharjah

Mammootty in Rajakeeyam is a grand tribute event scheduled for September 12, 2026, at the Expo Centre Sharjah. The cultural program honors the illustrious fifty-year career of legendary Indian actor Mammootty, bringing...

Cultural events Tribute +5

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