Happy Saturday to all our Dubai listeners. If you are looking for what to do today, for the rest of this week, and all the way through the weekend, Dubai is buzzing with events and experiences you will not want to miss.

Today, October 4th, the Dubai Comedy Festival is in full swing. Running through October 12th at both Dubai Opera and Coca-Cola Arena, expect international headliners and top local talent bringing nonstop laughter. You are guaranteed great weekend vibes and a packed calendar of acts. Shows are expected to sell out quickly, so consider booking ahead if you want to grab a seat according to Dubai Calendar.

For tech enthusiasts, Gitex Global kicks off this Monday, October 6th, and runs until October 10th at Dubai World Trade Centre. This is one of the world’s leading tech festivals and Dubai’s flagship event for big ideas—think smart city innovations, future tech demos, plus a spectacular drone light show over Sheikh Zayed Road every evening. It’s a must for anyone looking to glimpse the future up close, as posted by Otto.

Shopping lovers, the Dubai Home Festival continues all across Dubai until October 16th. You will find discounts of up to seventy five percent at top malls like Mall of the Emirates and Dubai Mall. There are raffles, giveaways, and high-energy crowds hunting for the best deals according to Otto.

For foodies and families, don’t miss the relaunch of the iconic Dubai Fountain outside Dubai Mall. After a major upgrade over the summer, the fountain’s dazzling water and light shows have returned, now sparkling even brighter with new blue tiles. You can catch performances every half hour from 6 pm to 11 pm each night and free afternoon shows at 1 and 1:30 during the week, with later slots on weekends. What’s On reports that there are over forty restaurants nearby with sensational views if you want to dine during the shows.

On the shopping front, Ripe Market is back at Dubai Police Academy Park every Saturday and Sunday starting October 10th, turning weekends into a haven of artisan stalls, street food, live entertainment, and kid-friendly activities such as a petting zoo and pony rides. The market opens from 9 am to 9 pm Saturdays and from 9 am to 7 pm Sundays according to What’s On.

And get ready, because Global Village will reopen its gates on October 15th. Experience cultures from around the world through food, shopping, and shows, all under the stars in Dubailand. This famed destination draws millions every season and is a great outing for families and friends as reported by What’s On and Otto.

If you are after something celebratory, Oktoberfest returns to the Grand Hyatt Dubai from October 9th to 26th. Step into the Grand Oktoberfest Tent for bratwurst, Bavarian steins, and oompah bands every weekend—plus family brunches every Sunday for a full Bavarian experience according to What’s On.

Dance music fans can keep the party going this weekend with Tomorrowland presents Boris Brejcha at Terra Solis Dubai tonight. Go for deep techno beats and a festival setup to light up your Saturday, according to PlatinumList Dubai.

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