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Diwali is commonly known as the Hindu festival of lights – the word ‘Diwali’ translates to ‘row of lights’ – and it’s a five-day event packed with food, candles and fireworks. It’s the biggest festival in India, but it’s also celebrated all over the world – including right here in Dubai.<\/p>\n

Dubai’s a great place to mark the occasion, whether you’re looking to learn some more about Diwali, or you celebrate it every year. With events ranging from concerts and musical performances from some of the biggest Indian artists, and catwalk shows featuring the latest fashions, to photography tours that aim to capture the festivities.<\/p>\n

If you’re looking for something to do this Diwali, here are just some of the events going on all around Dubai:<\/p>\n

Concerts:<\/h5>\n

Mika Singh<\/a><\/p>\n

MTV Unplugged: Ayushman Khurana and Ali Zafar<\/a><\/p>\n

Desi Fiesta<\/a><\/p>\n

Mall Promotions:<\/h5>\n

Festival City<\/a><\/p>\n

BurJuman<\/a><\/p>\n

Reef Mall<\/a><\/p>\n

City Centre Shindagha<\/a><\/p>\n

Diwali Experiences:<\/h5>\n

Diwali at Dubai Parks and Resorts<\/a><\/p>\n

Diwali Shopping Fiesta<\/a><\/p>\n

Diwali Utsav<\/a><\/p>\n

Diwali Unseen Trails Tour<\/a><\/p>\n

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Sourced from visitdubai.com<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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