Luxury & Celebrity Events in Dubai 2026

Dubai Fashion Week will return to Dubai Design District (d3) from October 22 to 26, 2026, for its Spring/Summer 2027/28 edition. Co-founded by Dubai Design District and the Arab Fashion Council, Dubai Fashion Week official SS27/28 calendar and designer lineup have not yet been announced.

Guest accreditation is currently open. Individual show access remains subject to invitation, accreditation and designer approval.

The Dubai International Film Festival returns in December 2027 after a ten-year absence, reviving one of the region’s most prominent cinema events. The 15th edition will spotlight films and filmmakers from across the Middle East while reconnecting Arab cinema with international audiences, industry professionals, producers, and distributors.

First launched in 2004, the festival became known for combining major international premieres with a strong Arab cinema program. Previous editions welcomed names including Tom Cruise, George Clooney, Cate Blanchett, Shah Rukh Khan, Morgan Freeman, and Omar Sharif, while also supporting filmmakers from the UAE and wider region.

The full 2027 program, venues, screenings, red carpet events, and guest lineup are yet to be announced.