The Dubai Mall marks the Holy Month of Ramadan with elegant Arabian décor, charity initiatives

Mark the spirt of the Holy Month of Ramadan at The Dubai Mall, one of the world's most visited entertainment and leisure destinations.

Experience the joy of giving and enjoy the traditional Arabesque décor inspired by the region's heritage, this spiritual season.

The Dubai Mall will be hosting Afghan master weavers at The Souk Atrium, in support to an initiative by Her Highness Fatema Bint Mohammed Bin Zayed. The weavers will spin wool and design magnificent carpets; display creative handmade carpets collection and share with the mall visitors the basic techniques of carpet weaving.

This initiative is held in partnership with Tanweer Investments based in Afghanistan, which aims to empower women to drive sustainable development. It provides women with job opportunities in carpet production, and also offers them and families critical social services including healthcare and education.

For the fifth consecutive year, The Dubai Mall and Dubai Cares are collaborating to highlight the value of charity. Join us in making a difference to underprivileged communities globally through, efforts to improve access for children to primary education. The initiative will take place at the waterfall atrium and the theme of this year's Dubai Cares campaign is ‘I can teach you something – Can you teach me how to read?' Teach the little ones how to read and contribute by posting a photograph on social media that reflects your personality with #Isfor and get to see your posts live at the Dubai Cares stand in The Dubai Mall.

Three captivating art pieces by eminent Emirati artist Mattar Bin Lahej, made out of stainless and engraved in calligraphy, reflecting the spirit of the Holy Month of Ramadan, will also be on display.

As part of offering an Arabian ambience, all public seating areas will be transformed to reflect the traditional style and the mall will welcome visitors with succulent dates and Arabic coffee. Daily Iftar packs with mineral water, dates, Ramadan calendar and healthy fasting tips will also be distributed complimentary at all Guest Service Desks from sunset till 3am.

During Ramadan, the mall will extend working hours from 10am to 2am while the dining outlets will be open until 3am for visitors to enjoy night gatherings and Suhour.

Date: During Ramadan
Time: Opening Hours – 10am to 2am daily; dining outlets to until 3am