From first ever professional sumo to luxury sale: 10 things to do in the UAE this September
Dubai: September is when the events calendar wakes up. The summer lull is over, the outdoor season has not quite started, and what fills the gap is a packed varied month: Arabic stand-up, Punjabi pop, a choral tribute, a designer clearance sale, and the first professional sumo bouts ever staged in the country. Here they are in date order, with prices from free. 1. Designer discounts at Coca-Cola…
September is the month when the events calendar in the UAE comes alive, filling the gap between summer and the upcoming outdoor season. This month offers a diverse range of activities, from Arabic stand-up comedy to luxury designer clearance sales, and even the first professional sumo bouts ever held in the country. Below are the top 10 events to consider for a memorable September in the UAE, listed by date and price.
1. Coca-Cola Arena's Big Brands Carnival Warehouse Sale (2-6 September): A five-day event featuring major fashion brands like Gucci, Balenciaga, and Balmain, with discounts up to 80%. Free entry.
2. Canaanite Inscriptions (5 September): An orchestral evening featuring Palestinian songs and their place in the wider Arab musical tradition. From Dh249.
3. Mina Nader at Dubai Opera (5 September): Egyptian comedian Mina Nader performs a unique show based on audience interaction, with doors opening at 7pm and shows starting at 7.30pm. From Dh195.
4. Taha Desouky: Let's Make It Personal (6 September): Egyptian comedian Taha Desouky presents a new stand-up show, focusing on recognisable everyday situations. From Dh250.
5. Dubai Opera's 10th Anniversary Gala (12 September): A special evening celebrating the opera's milestone, featuring soprano Fatma Said, the UAE National Orchestra, and the Festival Chorus. From Dh550.
6. Jasmine Sandlas: The Dream Girl Tour (13 September): The Punjabi-American singer performs at Coca-Cola Arena, with tickets requiring prior review of ticket conditions. Floor standing is 21 and over, and everyone over 12 months old needs a ticket. From Dh149.
7. Shukran, UAE (19 September): A choral programme created by the Dubai Camerata Singers as a thank-you to the UAE, featuring music from different cultures and traditions. From Dh100.
8. K-Pop Fever (26 September): A tribute production featuring 12 singers and dancers performing the genre's biggest hits, suitable for families. Under-twos can sit on a parent's lap without a ticket. From Dh95.
9. All-Star Sumo (26 September): The first-ever international professional sumo exhibition in the UAE, featuring nine elite wrestlers, 36 bouts, and ceremonial elements. VIP tickets include post-event access to the athletes. From Dh85.
10. The Ripe Market at City Walk (every Saturday and Sunday in September): An indoor market running through September, showcasing UAE-made homegrown brands across fashion, skincare, beauty, home décor, wellness, accessories, and food retail. Free entry.
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