It’s that time again….time for Dubai Watch Week 2023!
Dubai Watch Week (DWW) is a biennial horological event that brings watch enthusiasts and industry professionals together. The first conference took place in 2015 — the purpose of which was to share ideas, knowledge, build connections and celebrate the art of watchmaking. Founded by retailer Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons, DWW is now a highly anticipated and prolifically attended event in the emirate. Here is everything you need to know about it.
ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT DUBAI WATCH WEEK 2023
This year’s programme will be held from 16th November to 20th November at The Gate, DIFC. The sixth edition of the event celebrates craftsmanship, technology, entertainment, luxury, people and ideas.
There will be numerous activities as well as programmes from participating watch brands and the industry in general. You can expect discussions by industry experts, product launches in various limited-edition watches, the introduction of innovative technologies and more.
ACTIVITIES
The programmes at DWW have been designed to be of maximum interest for participants. Here is a closer look.
MASTERCLASSES
Dubai Watch Week 2023 will host a number of Masterclasses. It will see industry experts heading workshops and teaching attendees a range of skills related to watchmaking. Here are the topics that will be covered:
- Kintsugi Art Workshop
- Listen to the Pulse of your Timepiece with Maison Alcée
- BOVET’s Sugar Dial
- Create your Resin Clock with Gabets Gallery
- Craft Your Story with Norwegian Silver Spoon Rings
- Miniature Painting – Louis Vuitton
- Dive into the Heart of Gemmology with Audemars Piguet
- Create you Own Automata – Fiona Krüger
- Haute Horlogerie Decorations – Audemars Piguet
- Safeefah Bookmark with Irthi
HOROLOGY FORUM
The Horology Forum is a space for free-flowing discussions between industry professionals, master artisans, seasoned collectors and visionaries. Attendees will get to hear fascinating and diverse insights about the industry. Here are the topics that will be covered:
- The Retailer’s Quick Step
- ClickClock: To be or not to Bespoke
- New Kids on the Clock
- ClickClock: Obsessive Collecting Disorder
- ClickClock: Do Birds of a Feather Clock Together
- All for One, One for All
- Spare me: Is Aftersales an Afterthought
- Unidentified Funding Object: Navigating Company Buyouts
CREATIVE HUB
The creative hub is designed to foster creativity, champion uniqueness and celebrate the industry. Here is the list of scheduled programmes:
- Efficient Collecting: Your Edge in the Watch Market
- Super League of Sustainability
- Winding Forward: The Path and Philosophy of Jean-Claude Biver
- The Trials and Tribulations of Watch Innovation The Trials and Tribulations of Watch Innovation
- Thinking Differently with Max Busser
- Efficient Collecting: Your Edge in the Watch Market
CHRISTIE’S
Christie’s is a leading art and luxury business brand that has a rich legacy, having been in business since 1766. At the Dubai Watch Week, they will bring in a series of exhibitions, activities and lectures. It will be a learning and enjoyable experience for all.
ENTERTAINMENT
Several competitions and performances will entertain audiences throughout the five days of the event.
FOOD & BEVERAGE
Visitors can enjoy a gastronomical journey at Dubai Watch Week. From homegrown concepts to internationally acclaimed restaurants, there is so much to explore for attendees.
BRANDS AT THE EVENT
The event will feature most of the brands you find in your favourite watch shops in Dubai, including:
- Akrivia
- Armin Strom
- Arnold & Son
- ArtyA
- Audemars Piguet
- Bell & Ross
- BIVER
- BOVET 1822
- BREITLING
- Bremont
- Bulgari
- Carl F. Bucherer
- CHANEL
- Charles Zuber
- Chopard
- Chronoswiss
- Czapek
- Czapek & Cie
- De Bethune
- DOXA
- Duke
- F.P.Journe
- Ferdinand Berthoud
- Frederique Constant
- Girard-Perregaux
- Grand Seiko
- Greubel Forsey
- H. Moser & Cie.
- Haute-Rive
- HAUTLENCE
- Hublot
- HYT
- ID Genève Watches
- Jacob & Co
- Konstantin Chaykin
- La Fabrique du temps Louis Vuitton
- LAURENT FERRIER
- Louis Erard
- Ludovic Ballouard
- MB&F
- MING
- Moritz Grossmann
- NORQAIN
- Oris
- Rebellion Timepieces
- Rémy Cools
- RESERVOIR
- Ressence
- Rolex
- Speake Marin
- TAG Heuer
- Trilobe
- TUDOR
- Ulysse Nardin
- URWERK
- Van Cleef & Arpels
- Vanguart
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SPEAKERS
The list of speakers at the Dubai Watch Week DIFC includes some renowned names:
- Adam Craniotes
- Amr Al Otaishan
- Austen Chu
- Barbara Palumbo
- Cedric Mulhauser
- Chabi Priscilla Nouri
- Danièla Dufour
- Dr. Habib Al Mulla
- Edouard Meylan
- Felix Baumgartner
- François-Henry Bennahmias
- Frederic Grangie
- Gary Getz
- George Bamford
- Giovanni Prigigallo
- Jean Arnault
- Jean Claude Biver
- Maximilian Büsser
- Mishal Kanoo
- Mohammed Abdulmagied Seddiqi
- Nicholas Foulkes
- Nicholas Towndrow
- Nicolas Freudiger
- Niels Eggerding
- Osama Ibrahim Seddiqi
- Rexhep Rexhepi
- Robin Swithinbank
- Sebastien Cretegny
- Sheikha Ali Nuwais
- Stephen McDonnell
- Tim Mosso
- Wei Koh
FAQS ABOUT DUBAI WATCH WEEK 2023
WHAT IS THE PROCESS OF DUBAI WATCH WEEK REGISTRATION?
You don’t need to buy a Dubai Watch Week ticket to attend the event as it allows free entry. However, you will have to visit the official Dubai Watch Week website and register as a visitor. If there is space available, one can register on the day at the event reception of the Dubai Watch Week venue. However, prior Dubai Watch Week registration will confirm your seat.
WHAT IS THE DUBAI WATCH WEEK LOCATION?
Dubai Watch Week’s location is The Gate in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). The Dubai Watch Week 2023 dates are 16th November to 20th November 2023.
IS THERE PARKING AT THE VENUE?
Visitors can use the Gate Buildings and Gate District parking. The first hour for self-parking is free and incurs a charge of AED 20 for additional hours (or part of the hours). Visitors valet parking will be available for guests starting at AED 21 for the first hour. VIP valet parking is also available.
I HAVE A QUERY ABOUT THE EVENT. HOW CAN I GET IN TOUCH WITH MANAGEMENT?
You can call the concerned authorities at DWW at +971-4-511-4444. Alternatively, you can fill out the enquiry form on the Dubai Watch Week website and someone will get back to you.
This concludes our preview of Dubai Watch Week DIFC, anticipated to be a very special event. Visitors will gain the opportunity to learn about watches, the manufacturing process and what the future holds in the industry.
Apart from Dubai Watch Week, you can check out other fantastic upcoming upcoming events in Dubai. There are also a bunch of annual events in Dubai, yet to happen – so keep an eye out. It’s going to be a fun and happening start to the winter months!
