Taking place at D3, this edition is bigger and better than before.
Get ready to immerse yourself in the ultimate shopping extravaganza, entertainment galore, and irresistible food experiences as the 13th edition of MOTB kicks off. From unique retail finds to a performance from Dystinct, dance competitions, and hourly entertainment, here’s your guide to everything you need to know about the out-of-the-box experiences awaiting you at Dubai Design District (d3) from 1 to 11 January.
Dystinct will perform e& MOTB (Market Outside the Box) on Thursday, 2 January. For those unversed, Dystinct’s real name is Iliass Mansouri. He is a Belgian-Moroccan singer known for blending Arabic, French, Dutch and global sounds. He shot to fame with hits like “Ghazali,” “Tek Tek,” “Business” and “Yama,” gaining millions of streams worldwide. Dystinct has won Trace Awards Best North African Artist and Billboard Arabia Music Awards, and was featured on Forbes 30 Under 30. His most recent performance in the UAE was back in 2024 at Terra Solis Dubai. Now, he’s back to turn up the crowd.
As for e& MOTB, it’s a flagship event of the Dubai Shopping Festival. MOTB immerses you in unique fashion finds, experiential brand activations, and the trendiest entertainment in town. Discover Instagram-worthy treasures from over a dozen local and regional brands as well. You can also elevate your streetwear style and indulge in luxury accessories.
Happening at d3, the festival will also host pop-up shops, activities to keep all ages entertained, immersive experiences and installations that will be perfect for the gram. But that’s not all. You also get to enjoy hourly live entertainment on the main stage with talented artists and skilled festival DJs. Engage in E-gaming at the dedicated zone or witness the Emarat Station, or make your way to the Journey to 2126 by Nescafe.
Of course, no event is complete without food. So indulge your taste buds with on-trend dining experiences from homegrown culinary stars.
Entry to e& MOTB, including the concert, is absolutely free. In fact, you don’t have to pay for parking either, as there’s ample space in the venue.
So gear up for a 10-day celebration and get ready to be wowed at MOTB.
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