Calling all shopping lovers! Dubai is gearing up to host another Summer Shopping Special (DSS). It’s a great time to visit, with many retailers offering huge price drops, in some of the most iconic shopping locations in the world.

Organized by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), the 22nd edition of DSS will offer an array of summer deals across the city’s shopping outlets, attractions, hotel staycations and family entertainment.

The Dubai Summer Special Shopping extravaganza is not just for shop goers, but for all the family, with plenty of family-friendly entertainment on offer. There is also lots of competitions on around those dates.

So why go?

• There are good deals on offer in all the main malls
• Incredible competitions on offer
• Lots of weekly performances by musicians and dancers
• Good excursion rates
• Lots of kid friendly shows on

Ahmed Al Khaja, CEO of Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), said: “There is always great anticipation and excitement among the city’s residents and visitors for Dubai Summer Surprises, so we are very pleased to reveal this edition’s dates. As one of the most popular events of the Retail Calendar, the annual summer festival attracts visitors from all over the world, offering six-week of sales, chances to win and world-class entertainment. We look forward to the incredible events and activations that our retail partners have in store for this year’s festival and once again welcome and encourage everyone to experience all that Dubai has to offer during the summer months.”