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Winters in Dubai offer a great beach experience, making it no surprise that the best time to visit the UAE is from December to April. However, fall and spring are also great options, featuring events like the Camel Racing Season from October to April, the Domestic Horse Racing Season from late October to late March, and kitesurfing and windsurfing, which run from December to April. Additionally, you can visit the largest mosque in the UAE, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, and the tallest building in the world, the Burj Khalifa, throughout the year to enjoy the majestic architectural heritage of both the past and present.

23 things to do in United Arab Emirates

Beach Season

December–March Activity

Winters in Dubai offer spectacular beach experience

Camel Racing Season

October–April Event

The tradition that honors a camel as a racing animal

Dubai Airshow

November 17–21, 2025 Event

Be the first to know brand-new trends and emerging technologies in the aerospace industry

Falconry

mid-November–mid-February Activity

The elite sport that is both traditional and exciting

Domestic Horse Racing Season

late October–late March Activity

Alongside the World Cup Carnival, Meydan racecourse offers a full domestic racing season

Dubai World Cup Carnival

March 30 Event

The horse racing season that leads to Dubai World Cup

Birdwatching

September–late April Nature

Birdwatching may be not such an obvious activity to do in Dubai, but it surely is unique

Al Marmoom Heritage Festival

March 10–19, 2023 (selected dates) Event

The festival fully dedicated to the heritage of camel racing

Ballooning

September–May Activity

Enjoy stunning views of the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve from a balloon

Polo Season

November–mid April Activity

The sophisticated polo season starts yearly to astonish once again with its beauty and elegance

Fishing

October–April Activity

For both beginners and professionals, fishing in Dubai is a prime experience!

Ramadan

March 9-April 8, 2024 Event

The Holy Month is a very serious period in Dubai, which influences the daily life profoundly

Sandstorms

April–August Weather

Able to reduce visibility to about 500 meters, the sandstorms may cause a lot of problems, but they're still a spectacular thing

UAE National Day

December 2 Event

The national day is celebrated with grandiose fireworks and fabulous shows

Kayaking and Canoeing

October–April Activity

One of the best ways to explore artificial islands and posh resorts of Dubai

Diving

March–May | September–November (all year round) Activity

Plenty of shipwrecks make Dubai exciting for diving

Flyboarding

all year round Activity

Challenge gravity and fly above the waters around Jumeirah Beach

Dubai Marathon

January 12, 2025 Event

Try your luck in the richest running event in the world

Chinese New Year

February 10-February 24, 2024 Event

The spirit of celebration is felt everywhere throughout the resort

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi

all year round Activity

The largest mosque in the UAE is something extraordinary

Kitesurfing and Windsurfing

December–April Activity

Warm winters and strong winds make Dubai a perfect water sports destination

Dubai New Year's Eve Fireworks & Events

December 31 Event

The City of Gold boasts one of the best end-of-year celebrations in the world

Sharjah Light Festival

February 1-February 18, 2024 Event

Amazing light displays projected over Sharjah landmarks

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