‘Dubai Lights’ returns for a spectacular edition at Dubai Shopping Festival ​​

The 28th edition of the Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) adds more exclusive experiences to its action-packed 46-day calendar with the second edition of "Dubai Lights." Running until January 29, 2023, the activation brings spectacular interactive lighting installations from renowned international artists and studios to Dubai at City Walk, Dubai Design District (d3), and Palm Jumeirah. CITY WALK Festival goers can enjoy a showcase of 10 unique interactive light installations that create an immersive journey of artistic lights and sounds. In partnership with Light Art Collection and Merex Investment, the outdoor exhibition "The Spark Within" celebrates light and sound's power, resilience, and positivity as a symbol of connection between people, places, and nature. C/C is an interactive sculpture by Angela Chong that casts shadows daily and transforms into a colorful LED light show by night. The sculpture also functions as a seat for the public. LIGHT PIANO 2.0 by Arion de Munck and Mark Ridder combines art with music. It is composed of dozens of cubes connected to the keys of the piano that light up when the keyboard is played, enabling the audience to experience both the sound and light in a multisensory experience. Nest by Vikas Patil and Santosh Gujar is inspired by the male bowerbirds that build colorful nests for their partners. The installation plays on the idea of organic architecture in construction. Never Ends by Luigi Console & Valentina Novembre is an interactive installation involving a horse on a spring. The light show comes to life when a visitor gets on the exhibit. Run Beyond by Angelo Bonello is a work about the power of imagination and its ability to conquer fears and limitations. It plays on the theme of long jumping as a metaphor for opening oneself up to other cultures, new friendships, and unknown worlds. Submergence by Squidsoup is an extensive and immersive walkthrough experience composed of thousands of suspended lights that create the impression of a digital presence within a physical space. TORNADO, by UxU Studio, is an installation that mimics the majesty of natural phenomena. Sphere 3D Spectrum by Clifton Mahangoe brings together two opposites as harmonious partners. They form perfect circles surrounded by vibrations and spirals. In the projections, abstract dots and lines, images of sunlight, water reflections, and swirling flocks of birds alternate. BUNCH OF TULIPS by Koros Design renders the symbol of Holland as a giant inflatable PopArt. DESIRE by Uxu Design is an installation of 1,500 lights intended to evoke the idea of passion. DUBAI DESIGN DISTRICT (d3) Dubai Shopping Festival, in collaboration with Dubai Design District (d3), presents "Sky Castle," an interactive sound and light installation by multi-award-winning Australian-based art and technology company ENESS, featuring a cluster of inflatable arches spanning a public space in a colorful symphony. The Sky Castle story was developed during the lockdown to express freedom from isolation and the clear skies that come after difficult times. As guests move through the arches, their movement powers the melodic xylophone soundscape and causes color changes in each arch. As more people join in the journey, the music intensifies, creating a lush, orchestral piece that differs every night in response to the flow of the crowd in Dubai Design District. PALM JUMEIRAH Visitors can expect a different type of light show at Palm Jumeirah, themed after the wonders of the sea. Families can enjoy a hypnotic 'Sea-Wonder' carnival parade at The Pointe that will take them on an underwater journey of memorable and shareable moments until December 17. Families can also stop by the event plaza for photos and fun moments under the brightly lit aquatic-themed arch until January 29. On Palm West Beach, visitors can experience the beautiful underwater world by walking through the festive Sea-Wonderland. There is also a musical parade with performers dressed as sea creatures, running every 30 minutes from 6 pm to 9 pm on December 18. While at Nakheel Mall, there will be a 'Sea-Wonder' parade from 6 pm to 8 pm on 23 and 24 December. Earlier in the week, The Pointe, Palm West Beach, and Nakheel Mall celebrated the launch of DSF with a dazzling lighting ceremony that featured a captivating firework display and an awe-inspiring fountain show. Shop, win, and be entertained as Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) returns from December 15, 2022, to January 29, 2023, with incredible deals, innovative events, world-class entertainment, and life-changing prizes. As the longest-running event of its kind, DSF has grown over the last 28 years into a signature celebration for citizens, residents, and visitors alike. Featuring the ultimate retail therapy from a wide range of homegrown and global brands, live concerts, nightly shows, outdoor markets, pop-up dining, and more, this year's DSF experience is not to be missed. For more details, check out www.mydsf.ae and @CelebrateDubai, and @StyledbyDubai on social media channels. PR/ Expat Media
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