Dubai Mall to host ‘Festival of Fashion’ in January 2026

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Dubai Mall, the world’s most visited shopping mall, will host the ‘Dubai Mall Festival of Fashion’, a major new event in the global fashion calendar set for January 29 and 30, 2026.

The two-day festival will feature 12 fashion masterclasses across multiple venues in Dubai Mall, offering insights from leading international and regional designers, industry figures, and influencers.

The event will conclude with the Dubai Mall Global Fashion Awards on January 30, 2026, at the Armani Hotel Dubai, bringing together prominent names from the global and regional fashion scene for what is being described as the region’s biggest fashion awards ceremony.

Home to more than 200 luxury and fashion brands, Dubai Mall said the new festival aims to strengthen its position as a global hub for style and creativity.

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A Dubai Mall spokesperson said: “As the most visited retail destination on earth, Dubai Mall has always been at the heart of culture, lifestyle, and luxury. With Dubai Mall Festival of Fashion, we are proud to elevate our reputation as not just a shopping destination, but the centre of global fashion. This event will celebrate creativity, diversity, and the timeless appeal of style, while bringing together the brightest talents from around the world.”

The festival will include both invitation-only and public events, with ticketing and registration details to be announced on November 1.