Everything you need to know about Dubai Summer Surprises 2024!

• About DSS
• Opening Weekend Mall Celebrations
• Modesh World
• Sales and Discounts
• Surprise at Dubai Festival City Mall
• Daily Surprises
• Live Entertainment
• FAQs

Dubai is a hive of activity buzzing with life. The city never fails to impress, whether with exciting shopping festivals or record-breaking attractions. And now, to make the sweltering season super fun, Dubai Summer Surprises 2024 has made a stellar comeback! Celebrating 27 years of endless deals, events and entertainment, the festival promises bigger, better surprises this year. So, get ready for the highly-anticipated summer shopping extravaganza!

Read on for everything you need to know about DSS 2024, from discounts and raffle draws to musical concerts.

DISCLAIMER: We will continue to add the latest offers and discounts as the details are released.

About Dubai Summer Surprises 2024

Dubai Summer Surprises is one of the biggest annual events in Dubai. This city-wide celebration brings fantastic sales and offers, exciting entertainment, great deals on attractions, staycations and more. Dubai residents can dine at chic restaurants, stay at the best hotels and shop at top stores with incredible discounts.

This year, DSS returns for its 27th edition with a rich line-up of Dubai Summer Surprises events and promotions. DSS 2024 will run for ten weeks. It will begin on 28th June and end on 1st September 2024.

Dubai Summer Surprises also offers numerous opportunities to win big! The awesome Dubai Summer Surprises 2024 prizes include cash, cars and gift vouchers.

WHAT TO EXPECT FROM DUBAI SUMMER SURPRISES 2024?

Dubai Summer Surprises, organised by the Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), will feature a series of sales, deals, contests and other entertainment to keep you busy. From massive sales to 90% discounts, the surprises are bigger and better this year!

Shoppers can also look forward to the return of annual favourites like the popular DSS Share Millionaire extravaganza, raffle draws and Daily Surprises. Let’s tell you about the latest announcements regarding the much-loved festival.

DSS Opening Weekend Mall Celebrations

Dubai Summer Surprises 2024 has a tremendous lineup for opening weekend, celebrating the return of an action-packed edition. The opening weekend will feature must-see concerts at the popular Coca Cola Arena. George Wassouf and Al Shamsi will perform on 28th June, followed by legendary rappers like Xzibit, D12 and Obie Trice on 29th June.

The Ethiopian pop star Teddy Afro will take the stage on 30th June. So, rest assured, the inaugural weekend of the eagerly anticipated Dubai Summer Surprises 2024 will be packed with high-octane acts. It will be combined with upbeat music and a laidback summertime ambience.

ENTER THE MODESH WORLD

At Modesh World, summer in Dubai is always a blast. The indoor ‘edutainment’ attraction, which is open to everyone and is free to enter, offers a variety of games with different themes, learning areas and entertaining pursuits for children of all ages. The event this year will be held in halls 3-8 of the Dubai World Trade Centre from 21st June to 18th August.

Step into a world of magic where nine inflatable attractions await you! Bounce around, join thrilling summer camps or grab a bite at one of the 20 stalls.

• Timings: Monday to Thursday, 10:00 am – 10:00 pm | Friday to Sunday, 10:00 am – 12:00 am

SALES AND DISCOUNTS

Numerous stores and brands are participating in the yearly shopping festival, offering special discounts on their products. Take advantage of these exclusive offers to maximise your savings and enjoy an outstanding shopping experience.

Surprises at Dubai Festival City Mall

Another must-see location during Dubai Summer Surprises is Dubai Festival City Mall. Visitors may expect a wide range of thrilling experiences at this renowned retail and entertainment destination.

Spend AED 1,000 or more for a chance to get 10% cashback on a Festival City Mall gift card. BLUE reward members will get 12.5% cash back on top of existing offers.

During DSS, children can also participate in the free Sxill workshops at Dubai Festival City.

DSS DAILY SURPRISES

Aside from the citywide sales, the festive shopping season will be hosting the DSS Daily Surprises as it does yearly. Shoppers can avail of unbelievable offers, including Today’s Deal of the Day, across iconic sports, fashion, beauty, home and accessory brands. Furthermore, you can enjoy up to 50% off in discounts across multiple outlets.

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT

Over the DSS opening weekend, there will be plenty of treats in store for music and live entertainment aficionados. Details of the shows are given below.

BEAT THE HEAT 2024

After a hugely successful first year, the Beat the Heat musical event is back for the third time. It will take place at the Dubai World Trade Centre featuring two sensational Arab rappers.

• Ticket: AED 125 (standard) | AED 225 (fanzone)
• Venue: Dubai World Trade Centre
• Date: 12th July and 13th July 2024 | 19th July and 20th July 2024
• Timing: 04:30 pm onwards

GEORGE WASSOUF AND AL SHAMI LIVE

Sway to the beats of Middle Eastern music with the talented George Wassouf and Al Shami. Fans can look forward to classics such as Kalam Ak Nas, Tabib Garrah, Ya Leil 3ein and Sbaran.

• Ticket: From AED 150
• Venue: Coca Cola Arena
• Date: 28th June 2024
• Timing: 09:00 pm onwards

3 TWENTY: XZIBIT, D12 AND OBIE TRICE

The three hip-hop titans will take the stage by storm to celebrate Dubai Summer Surprises 2024! 29th June 2024 will mark the 20th anniversary of the rap legends’ groundbreaking albums, Man Vs Machine, D12 World and Cheers.

• Ticket: From AED 199
• Venue: Coca Cola Arena
• Date: 29th June 2024
• Timing: 09:00 pm onwards

G-POWER PRESENTS TEDDY AFRO

On 30th June, join the iconic Ethiopian singer Teddy Afro. He will perform his signature tunes, so get ready to be mesmerised.

• Ticket: From AED 199
• Venue: Coca Cola Arena
• Date: 30th June 2024
• Timing: 06:00 pm onwards

LA PERLE BY DRAGONE

Catch the breathtaking theatrical performance at La Perle by Dragone. World-class artists will perform aerial acrobatics, death-defying dives and unbelievable tricks.

• Ticket: From AED 219
• Venue: La Perle
• Date: 25th June 2024
• Timing: 06:30 pm – 11:00 pm

FAQS ABOUT DSS 2024

What is Dubai Summer Surprises?

Organised by the Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), Dubai Summer Surprises is a yearly shopping festival. Think of it as the summer version of the popular Dubai Shopping Festival. During DSS, visitors and residents enjoy an epic range of deals, discounts, attractions, competitions and more.

What are the DSS 2024 dates?

The Dubai Summer Surprises 2024 will begin on 28th June and conclude on 1st September 2024. It is one of the highly anticipated upcoming sales in Dubai.

That is all we have for you on the upcoming DSS 2024. Of course, this is just one of the many surprises when shopping in Dubai. The emirate’s reputation as a shopping metropolis is certainly well-deserved. If you live in the city, check out all of the events and celebrations in Dubai for 2024.

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