{"id":26377,"date":"2020-01-09T09:55:53","date_gmt":"2020-01-09T05:55:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.dubaicityguide.com\/site\/?p=26377"},"modified":"2020-01-09T09:55:53","modified_gmt":"2020-01-09T05:55:53","slug":"al-seef-market-experience-dubais-art-culture-and-entertainment-scene-across-25-stops-this-dsf","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.dubaicityguide.com\/site\/al-seef-market-experience-dubais-art-culture-and-entertainment-scene-across-25-stops-this-dsf\/","title":{"rendered":"Al Seef Market: Experience Dubai’s Art, Culture And Entertainment Scene Across 25 Stops This DSF"},"content":{"rendered":"

Art exhibits created by local Emirati artists, Trolls\u2019 Middle East debut and the first-ever flyboard show on the creek, make up just three of the many reasons to celebrate the 25th<\/sup> Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) extravaganza at Al Seef this year.<\/p>\n

Al Seef has been named the strategic partner of Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) for the milestone DSF anniversary, with its 1.8-kilometre promenade transformed into the festival\u2019s culture hub, where visitors can take a stroll through the bustling waterfront destination to experience a plethora of activities across 25 city-inspired stops until 1 February.<\/p>\n

Fireworks Weekends<\/strong><\/p>\n

Watch the sky over Al Seef light up with spectacular fireworks every weekend until 1 February.<\/p>\n

Entertainment and Stage Shows<\/strong><\/p>\n

Throughout the month-long festival, enjoy more than 1,000 energy-packed music, dance and theatre performances from around the world at the Main Events Arena, the Jalassat Stage and the Heritage 1 and 2 Stages. From 7 to 13 January, join Trolls from DreamWorks\u2019 popular franchise on their Meraas Tour. Children can catch up with Poppy and her friends on their mission to bring joy through fun meet-and-greet sessions, live music shows and lively parades.<\/p>\n

Over the weekends, don\u2019t miss out on the roaming entertainment that ranges from vibrant circus parades, Emirati folkloric performances, including a re-enactment of a traditional wedding, and a gravity-defying flyboard show that will take place for the first time ever at the Creek from 9 to 11 January. Marvel at the spectacular dives, flips and swirls performed by flyboard riders as they leap 15 metres above the water, perfectly timed to upbeat music and lights.<\/p>\n

Popular TV channel Sama Dubai TV is broadcasting its Breakfast Show every day while Dubai TV announces the winners of the DSF daily raffle every evening live from Al Seef, accompanied by an entertainment programme that includes live music, global dance acts and talk shows.<\/p>\n

Art at Al Seef<\/strong><\/p>\n

Discover the story of Dubai\u2019s past through various glimpses of artistic expression displayed along the waterfront promenade during the festival. Every day between 6pm and 10pm, admire the colourful light projection show on the walls of Al Seef, created by Dina Sami, well-known for her artful storytelling and experimentation.<\/p>\n

Capture \u2018gram-worthy pictures across 10 \u2018Dubai Moments\u2019. Brought to you by Ali Kaveh and May Ali, the unique city-inspired photo opportunities are bound to make every Dubai resident smile nostalgically. Among the highlights are themes of the iconic Clock Tower, neon-styled Dubai nights, handcrafted pearls, tributes to the historic art of weaving and traditional \u2018baqala\u2019 grocery stores.<\/p>\n

Stroll through the bustling market, where you can find three unique art exhibits by popular Emirati artists. Stop by \u2018The Creek of Excitement\u2019, designed by Emirati visual artist of determination Abdulla Lutfi, who interprets everyday life in the UAE in immaculate detail with a distinct sense of humour. Visit the \u2018Alphabet of Life\u2019 and \u2018The Palm Dome\u2019 art exhibits, created by Emirati industrial designer Azza Al Qubaisi using dynamic mild steel that draws inspiration from the palm tree, an endearing symbol of the UAE.<\/p>\n

See Dubai through the lens of acclaimed Emirati photographer Omran Alansari, winner of the prestigious Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Award (HIPA), as he showcases the city with his inimitable sense of grandeur and artistic skill in his photo gallery.<\/p>\n

Cultural Experiences <\/strong><\/p>\n

Show your support for local businesses at the SME Retail pop-up that boasts a curated collection of brand-new ventures. Relive your childhood memories as you visit the Anime & Arcade pop-up, where you can pick up collectibles of Grendizer, Captain Majid and Sasuke, or play some of the most popular arcade games of the last two decades, including Pegasus and Street Fighter.<\/p>\n

And if you\u2019re looking for a quiet evening of exploration, simply browse through an expansive collection of stories from the UAE\u2019s past and present at the Historical Library pop-up.<\/p>\n

Sit back in a cool and authentic areesh-inspired setting and learn a variety of heritage activities \u2013 from pearl craftsmanship and calligraphy to fishnet weaving and traditional dances \u2013 at the many workshops hosted every day in the Heritage Area. Shop at the Emirati Artisans\u2019 Souq to check out an exquisite collection of all things traditional \u2013 a definite must-visit if you\u2019re looking for that perfect souvenir from Al Seef.<\/p>\n

Kids\u2019 Entertainment <\/strong><\/p>\n

Take your kids to a unique playground inspired by the Arabian Gulf with blue play sand and marine life-themed play zones. Or, let them enjoy prancing around at the multiple bouncy castles. What\u2019s more, if you are a parent keen to blend learning and entertainment, pique their interest in the UAE\u2019s heritage at themed arts and crafts workshops.<\/p>\n

Spend and Win<\/strong><\/p>\n

Spend AED200 at Al Seef or any of the other Meraas destinations, and be one of the 25 daily winners of AED1,000. The number of winners will double to 50 on the last two days of DSF. And if you\u2019re feeling extra lucky, buy a ticket for the INFINITI Mega Raffle that offers you the chance to drive away in an INFINITI QX50 car or take home AED200,000 every day this DSF.<\/p>\n

DSF Activity Schedule:\u00a0 <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Activity<\/strong><\/td>\nDate<\/strong><\/td>\nTime<\/strong><\/td>\nLocation<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Dubai TV Live Broadcast<\/td>\n26 Dec \u2013 1 Feb<\/p>\n

 <\/td>\n

8pm-11pm<\/p>\n

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Dubai TV Stage, Main Events Arena<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sama Dubai TV Morning Show<\/td>\n26 Dec \u2013 1 Feb<\/p>\n

 <\/td>\n

8am-10am<\/p>\n

 <\/td>\n

Dubai TV Stage, Main Events Arena<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
DSF Daily Raffle Draw<\/td>\n26 Dec \u2013 1 Feb<\/p>\n

 <\/td>\n

10:30pm<\/td>\nDubai TV Stage, Main Events Arena<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Fireworks<\/td>\n9, 10, 16, 17, 23 24, 30 & 31 Jan & 1 Feb<\/p>\n

 <\/td>\n

 <\/p>\n

10:30pm<\/p>\n

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Creekside<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Light Projection Show<\/td>\n26 Dec \u2013 1 Feb<\/p>\n

 <\/td>\n

6pm-10pm<\/td>\nHeritage Area<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Trolls Show (stage show + kids\u2019 workshop + meet-and- greet)<\/td>\n7-13 Jan<\/td>\n4pm-10pm<\/td>\nDhow Deck<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Trolls\u00a0 Parade<\/p>\n

 <\/td>\n

7-13 Jan<\/td>\n4pm-10pm<\/td>\nAcross the destination<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Main Stage Entertainment<\/td>\n26 Dec \u2013 1 Feb<\/td>\nThu-Sat: 4pm-8pm<\/p>\n

Sun-Wed:<\/p>\n

6-8pm<\/td>\n

Main Events Arena<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Jalassat Stage Entertainment<\/td>\n26 Dec\u00a0\u2013 1 Feb<\/p>\n

 <\/td>\n

4-10pm<\/td>\nDhow Deck area<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Heritage Stage 1 \u2013 Entertainment from Around the World<\/td>\n26 Dec\u00a0\u2013 1 Feb<\/p>\n

 <\/td>\n

Thu to Sat: Noon to 10pm<\/p>\n

Sun to Wed: 3pm-10pm<\/td>\n

Museum of Illusions area<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Heritage Stage 2 \u2013 Entertainment from Around the World<\/p>\n

 <\/td>\n

26 Dec\u00a0\u2013 1 Feb<\/p>\n

 <\/td>\n

4pm-10pm<\/td>\nDunkin Donuts area<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Emirati Wedding Re-enactment<\/td>\nEvery Friday<\/td>\n4pm -10pm<\/td>\nHeritage Souq<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Emirati Folklore\/Cultural Performances<\/p>\n

 <\/td>\n

Weekends<\/td>\n4pm -10pm<\/td>\nHeritage Souq<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Flyboard Show<\/p>\n

 <\/td>\n

9 -11 Jan<\/td>\n4pm -10pm<\/td>\nOn the Creek<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Art & Crafts Workshops \u2013 Kids and Adults<\/p>\n

 <\/td>\n

26 Dec\u00a0\u2013 1 Feb<\/p>\n

 <\/td>\n

Thu to Sat: Noon to 10pm<\/p>\n

Sun to Wed: 3pm-10pm<\/p>\n

 <\/td>\n

Heritage Area<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Dubai Moments<\/p>\n

 <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Anime & Arcade Pop-up<\/p>\n

 <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Historical Library Pop-up<\/p>\n

 <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

SME Retail Pop-up<\/p>\n

 <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Art Installations by Azza Al Qubaisi<\/p>\n

 <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Art Installation by Abdulla Lutfi<\/p>\n

 <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Photo Gallery by Omran Alansari<\/p>\n

 <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Emirati Artisans\u2019 Souq<\/p>\n

 <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Kids\u2019 Playground<\/p>\n

 <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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