Festival "Dubai Summer Surprises - 2009"
June 11 - August 14, "Amazing Dubai. Within the framework of the festival" Dubai Summer Surprises - 2009 "of the annual largest summer shopping and entertainment holiday in the Middle East region, many events will be held, united by one theme -" Amazing Dubai ".
July 1 - 10
Min bladi al emarat
A traditional event dedicated to Dubai's ethnographic heritage. Especially popular are the competitions, during which the best cultural and culinary exhibitions are determined.
Dubai Marina Mall. 17.00 - 20.00
July 8-14 
Junior Chef of the Year Awards
One of the most prestigious awards in the hotel industry in the Middle East, the Junior Chef Awards is a recognition of culinary talent. The jury of the competition includes chefs from around the world. During the competition, about 600 junior chefs of various nationalities from the leading restaurants of the city will demonstrate the preparation of the best dishes in various categories.
Times Square Center
July 9 - 15
Oasis of art
Artists from around the world will present their delightful work on the topic of ecology, with a particular emphasis on the problem of global warming. The event is organized in collaboration with the Dubai Cultural Council.
Wafi city 
July 16 - 22
Children's Fashion Week
As part of a fashion show, the latest trends in regional children's fashion from world famous brands will be demonstrated.
Dubai Mall. 17.00 - 22.00
July 23 - 29
Children's olympic games
Sports gaming competitions for children of all ages and their parents, which will be held in two arenas.
Dubai Marina Mall. 16.00 - 21.30
July 27 - August 7 
Collectors
An exposition of various artifacts and collectibles, which also provides an opportunity for visitors to meet with famous regional collectors and learn more about their most valuable exhibits. Cars, stamps, coins, photographs and more will be presented.
Wafi city
August 6 - 13
Photography exhibition
The exhibition will provide talented photographers with the opportunity to demonstrate their work, where the best of them will be awarded the special DSS 2009 - Photography Award. This year, the exposition will feature works from National Geographic funds.
Deira city center
Exhibitions, concerts, performances
June 11 - August 14
Art explosion
An art exhibition featuring paintings by five international artists from India, Canada, Denmark, France and Spain will take place at the ArtCouture Gallery, located on The Walk Alley, Jumeirah Beach Residence. Details at www.artcoutureuae.com
June 15 - September 15
XVA Gallery
The summer collection of artworks by two artists, Hussein Al Mohazin and Julia Townsend, will be presented in the gallery. Opening hours: Saturday to Thursday, from 09.00 - 19.00.
Details on the website: www.xvagallery.com
June 18 - August 20
Made in Tashkeel in the Tashkeel Gallery
Selected works by members of the exhibition center - sculptures and artworks made in Tashkeel, will be presented at the Tashkeel Gallery. Opening hours: Saturday to Thursday, from 10.00 - 22.00, Friday - day off.
Details on the website: www.tashkeel.org
July 1 - August 15
Summer in Abu Dhabi
The summer festival will take place from 1 to 7 rooms of the National Exhibition Center Abu Dhabi (ADNEC). As part of the annual summer event, there will be fun activities for you and your children, divided into five thematic programs: Science and Technology, Adventure, Art, Culture and Heritage, Sports and Entertainment. Opening hours: weekdays - from 16.00 - 00.00, on weekends - from 12.00 - 00.00.
Details on the website: www.summerinabudhabi.com
July 1 - September 1
Cuadro Fine Art Gallery
Four artists from the Middle East, Rahim Sharif, Fred Eversleigh, Gary Komarin and Nizar Sabur, will present their artwork at the elegant Cuadro Fine Art Gallery, located at the Dubai International Financial Center (DIFC). Opening hours: from Sunday to Thursday, from 10.00 - 20.00; Saturday from 12.00 - 18.00.
Details on the website: www.cuadroart.com
July 1 - September 15
Green art gallery
Selected works of art by contemporary Arabian artists will be exhibited at one of Dubai's very first galleries, located next to the Jumeirah Zoo Zoo. Opening hours are from Saturday to Thursday, from 10.00 - 21.00.
Details on the website: www.gagallery.com
July 1 - September 15
Hunar gallery
The prestigious Hunar Gallery, which has been operating in Dubai since 1998, will feature artwork, as well as various ceramic and bronze sculptures by seven popular artists. Opening hours are from Saturday to Thursday, from 09.00 - 20.00.
Details on the website: www.hunargallery.com
July 8
Keane
The concert complex Madinat Arena will host a concert by the British rock band Keane. Ticket price - 220 drh. The beginning is at 21.00.
Tickets can be purchased online at: www.timeouttickets.com
July 8 - 18
High school musical 2
At the Dubai Community Theater and Arts Center, the Mall of Emirates, the popular youth musical of Walt Disney, High School Musical 2, will be presented. Ticket prices - from 199 drh to 1000 drh.
Tickets can be purchased online at: www.timeouttickets.com
