The EMIGALA 2026: Dubai’s Biggest Fashion & Beauty Celebration Returns

Taking place on November 14 and 15, 2026, the two-day festival will celebrate regional and global achievements in fashion and beauty.

October 19, 2026 – The EMIGALA has announced that its sixth edition will take place on November 14 and 15, 2026, at Festival Bay, Dubai Festival City Mall. The two-day festival will once again bring together influential personalities, leaders, houses, and luxury brands shaping fashion and beauty across the region and internationally.

Presented by SHINE Entertainment, The EMIGALA recognises achievement across fashion design, beauty, entrepreneurship, innovation, media, influence and brand leadership. The festival celebrates both individual talents and luxury brands, providing a prominent platform in Dubai for regional talent alongside globally recognized names.

 

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The sixth edition will unfold across two consecutive evenings. The festival begins on November 14 with the Opening Ceremony and Panel Discussions, featuring this year’s honorees. Through conversations exploring their journeys, perspectives, and contributions, the evening will spotlight the experiences and achievements that have shaped their careers and influence within the fashion and beauty industries.

On November 15, the spotlight turns to the glamorous Red Carpet at 6:00 PM, followed by the Awards Ceremony at 8:00 PM, highlighting talents and achievements, and broadcasted live across regional and global TV networks, in addition to The EMIGALA’s own YouTube channel @theemigala

“The UAE is home to more than 200 nationalities, each bringing its own culture, traditions and distinctive ways of expressing identity through fashion and beauty. The EMIGALA was born from the idea of celebrating this diversity and bringing people together through the creativity that makes each culture unique,” said Dr. Michel Daher, Founder and President of The EMIGALA. “We are delighted to return to Festival Bay and continue our partnership with Dubai Festival City Mall, whose support helps us bring this vision to life.”

Set against Festival Bay’s waterfront, the sixth edition will unite fashion, beauty, culture and entertainment from Dubai to the world.

Hayssam Hajjar, Executive Director – Asset Management, Al-Futtaim Real Estate said “We are pleased to welcome The EMIGALA to Festival Bay for its sixth edition. At Dubai Festival City Mall, we continue to create experiences that bring together retail, dining, entertainment and culture in ways that give people new reasons to visit and spend time at the destination. The EMIGALA adds a strong fashion and beauty moment to that mix, bringing regional and international talent together in a setting that reflects the energy and diversity of Dubai. We look forward to welcoming guests to Festival Bay for what promises to be a memorable two-day celebration.”

The EMIGALA has established itself as a major annual platform dedicated exclusively to fashion and beauty. Don’t miss the sixth edition of The EMIGALA Fashion & Beauty Awards, broadcasted live from Festival Bay, Dubai Festival City Mall on November 14 & 15, 2026.