Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), one of Dubai’s most sought-after lifestyle destinations,has everything you need for the best-ever Eid experience.

Bring your family and friends to the Gate Avenue Eid Al Adha Carnival during the Eid break, from 28 June to 2 July 2023,for plenty of indoor fun. Located in Zone D, visitors can test their skills with a variety of fun and challenging games, courtesy of Game Nation. The games include Frog Fishing, Rings Battle and Dunk Master, and are perfect for children and adults alike.

The carnival also features an indoor carousel, cirque shows, roaming entertainment, character meet-and-greetand photo opportunities, providing entertainment and laughter. The Eid Al Adha Carnival is free to attend.

If you’re travelling over Eid or planning a summer adventure, then DIFC has everything you need to ensure that your travel plans go smoothly. Musafir Travel, located in Gate DistrictBuilding 2 in DIFC,is offering special Eid getaway packages to a range of destinations, offering visa assistance and payment plans.

Travellers can beat the crowds at airport check-in desks with the Emirates City Check-in and Travel Store located in ICD Brookfield Place, DIFC. The ticketing and check-in desks are open daily from 8am to 10pm and travellers can also use the self-check-in kiosks or the world’s first-ever robot check-in assistant to start their journey. Check-in and bag drop can be completed as early as 24 hours before the flight and up to four hours before departure.

If you are staying in Dubai for Eid and fancy a bite, try out DIFC’s newest offering, La Petite Ani, curated by Chef Izu Ani and Evgeny Kuzin. Featuring a French-Mediterranean menu with a Parisian charm, the relaxed dining concept is located in Marble Walk in DIFC. La Petit Ani is open for dine-in and take-away.

Another new foodie offering not to be missed is WiseGuys, serving New York style deli sandwiches in a unique retro setting. Open from lunch until late in the evening, Wise Guys is located in DIFC’s Gate Building.

Avli by Tashas, located in Gate Village Building 9, has launched a new business lunch that focuses on delivering flavour and wellness in every bite. Based around the famous Mediterranean diet, the dishes include Red Snapper Crudoand the menu is available from noon until 4pm, Monday to Friday.

Stay tuned as the ‘Surprisingly, DIFC!’ campaign showcases the very best that the destination has to offer. From homegrown cafés, Michelin-star restaurants and retail offers to fulfil anyone’s wish lists, to curated art shows and activities for the whole community to enjoy, ‘Surprisingly, DIFC!’ lifts the lid on this global financial hub and reveals DIFC to be not just a weekday workplace, but an everyday, vibrant destination that promotes culture and community all year round!

For further information, please visit the DIFC website:difc.ae/surprisinglydifc