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This Diwali, <a href="https://menainsights.com/dubai-chamber-of-digital-economy-signs-mou-with-alibaba-cloud-to-advance-adoption-of-agentic-ai-across-the-business-community-in-dubai/”>Dubai Gold District (DGD), the Home of Gold, is inviting residents and visitors to immerse themselves in the spirit of the Festival of Lights, with festive jewellery collections, special shopping offers, sweet treats, dining experiences and a chance to win a share of 1kg of gold. Bringing together 70 brands and more than 200 stores, the destination offers something for every kind of celebration, whether shoppers are searching for a special gift, marking a family occasion, exploring gold purchases or planning a festive outing with loved ones.
Running until 12 November, the celebrations feature the 1 Kilo Gold Rush raffle, which will see six lucky winners share 1kg of gold. Shoppers who spend AED 1,500 at participating jewellers will receive one digital raffle entry, while qualifying purchases made up to and including 6 November will earn double entries. The first draw, on 7 November will award 100g of gold to each of five winners, followed by the grand-prize draw on 12 November, when one winner will receive 500g of gold.
A little sparkle for every celebration
From timeless gold jewellery and statement diamond pieces to precious stones and festive gifts, Dubai Gold District’s participating retailers are bringing a variety of offers to the season. Shoppers can discover discounts on selected jewellery, savings on making charges, complimentary gifts with qualifying purchases, old gold exchange benefits and options to secure gold rates with an advance payment.
Malabar Gold & Diamonds is offering AED 100 in vouchers for every AED 3,000 spent on eligible diamond and gemstone jewellery. Shoppers can also enjoy discounts of up to 40 per cent on diamond value and making charges, with making charges starting at 1.99 per cent on selected chains and bangles. Its gold rate protection option allows customers to pay 25 per cent in advance to secure the gold rate. The retailer’s festive launch event took place on 25 October.
Joyalukkas’ Joywali Diwali promotion, running until 8 November, offers free cash vouchers on eligible diamond and precious stone jewellery purchases above AED 3,000 and a complimentary 24-carat gold bar on qualifying purchases above AED 5,000. Customers can pre-book by paying
10 per cent to secure the lowest gold rate, exchange eligible old gold with zero deductions and purchase 8g gold coins without making charges.
Tanishq is offering 100 per cent value on eligible old gold exchanges, along with an additional benefit of up to AED 15 per gram. Customers can also pre-book by paying a 20 per cent advance to secure the lower gold rate. These offers run until 8 November.
Classic Jewels & Diamonds is offering discounts of up to 65 per cent on diamonds, zero making charges on selected pieces, full value on eligible old gold exchanges and the option to lock in the gold rate with a 10 per cent advance.
At Ziya Gold & Diamonds, shoppers can enjoy discounts of up to 60 per cent on making charges, gold rate booking with a 10 per cent advance and full exchange value on eligible 22-carat gold. Other offers include a complimentary gold coin on diamond purchases from AED 6,000 and a buy-one-get-one-free diamond ring promotion featuring a selected combination priced at AED 499. The offers run until 15 November.
Thangals is offering customers the option to lock in gold rates with a 15 per cent advance, zero making charges on selected 4g and 8g 22-carat gold coins, and a complimentary gold coin on eligible diamond purchases of AED 3,499 or more. These offers are available until 30 November.
Grand Idea Jewellery is offering 25 per cent off diamonds and 25 per cent off making charges, while Amaar Jewels is offering buyback of 70 to 75 per cent on selected lab-grown diamond jewellery.
Shoppers can also explore offers from other participating jewellers, including Kanz Jewels, Arakkal, Bafleh, Fella, G Gold, Hanif, Jawhara, Khushboo, Kiora, Motiwala, OreBullion, Tajvi and Al Haseena. With promotions spanning different jewellery styles and purchases, visitors can explore options for festive gifting, personal purchases and special family occasions. Offers, eligibility and validity vary by retailer.
Festive finds, sweet treats and a little extra joy
The festive spirit extends beyond jewellery, with opportunities to discover special collections, pick up treats for visiting friends and family, and enjoy rewards throughout the season.
Emirates Minting is presenting a Diwali collection at its Dubai Gold District store, alongside an Instagram competition offering participants the chance to win AED 5,000 and one of 250 Accor dining vouchers. To enter, participants must follow the brand, like the competition post and tag others on Instagram before 12 November. Entry details and applicable terms are available through Emirates Minting’s official Instagram channel.
For those who believe no Diwali celebration is complete without something sweet, Habib Bakery is offering 20 per cent off all sweet boxes every Monday, including its Diwali range. Whether picking up festive treats for guests or sharing a box with loved ones, shoppers can add a little sweetness to their celebrations.
More reasons to celebrate, with extra savings for cardholders
Adding to the festive shopping experience, eligible HSBC Visa credit cardholders can receive instant cashback of 3, 5 or 7 per cent on qualifying gold, diamond and pearl jewellery purchases from 31 October to 6 November, depending on transaction value. The promotion is part of a Dubai Jewellery Group campaign and is subject to applicable cashback caps and terms and conditions. Gold coins and bars are excluded.
Bring everyone together over festive flavours
Diwali is as much about sharing a meal as it is about exchanging gifts, and Dubai Gold District’s hospitality offerings give families and friends more ways to come together. Six participating Accor hotels will offer festive dining experiences throughout November, with prices starting from AED 75 per person. Guests can look forward to Indian-inspired cuisine, live food stations and traditional Diwali sweets in settings suited to festive gatherings.
For larger celebrations, private Diwali gatherings are available for groups of 10 to 250 guests, with packages starting from AED 75 per person. Those looking to turn a festive outing into a longer stay can also explore room rates starting from AED 200 for stays between 1 and 15 November at participating properties, subject to availability and applicable terms.
From the glow of gold jewellery and the excitement of festive shopping to the familiar taste of traditional sweets and the pleasure of sharing a meal, Dubai Gold District brings together the many ways people celebrate Diwali. Whether visiting to find a meaningful gift, explore a special purchase or spend time with family and friends, the Home of Gold offers a festive destination to discover, celebrate and create memories throughout the season.
Developed by Ithra Dubai, Dubai Gold District brings together gold and jewellery retailers, dining and hospitality in a destination connected to Dubai’s gold trading heritage.