Shopping festivals are organized for shopaholics who literally live by the quote, “Shop till you drop”. Even if you do not belong to the category, you will still have a lot of fun in these shopping events; haggling, hours of non-stop window shopping, checking out new collections, and buying products from local labels are some experiences you can only enjoy at a grand shopping festival. We have mentioned a list of 7 such shopping festivals, which you must visit if you enjoy shopping.
USA Outlet Shopping Festival
This shopping festival is held only for 4 days and you can get an amazing shopping experience at this festival. You will find major discounts (unbelievable discounts!) across all the outlet stores in the USA. You can buy fashion products, jewelry, automobiles, etc. at stealing prices during this sale. The best part is there is something available for every age group.
Istanbul Shopping Festival
Istanbul Shopping Festival is one of the liveliest shopping festivals in the world (though it is not that famous!). The tentative month of this sale is July. You will find major luxurious fashion brands and other brands giving massive discounts on their products, during this time (you will get the feeling that this discount is unreal!). During this sale, you will find people crowding in fashion streets and posh shopping malls to get their pick.
If you are not up for shopping from posh malls, you can head to Grand Bazaar, Sapphire Bazaar, etc., and enjoy the shopping time. You can buy handmade shoes, spices, arts & antiques, jewelry, etc. at this shopping festival; while you are here, do check out the Turkish labels (the products are one-of-a-kind).
The Great Singapore Sale
The very first GSS was started by the Retailers Association of Singapore in 1994 and since then it has been held every year (and attracting shopping friends from across the globe!). In this sale, you can find products from national, regional, and international brands at 70% and above discounts.
Before going to the Great Singapore Sale, you will need to inculcate the art of haggling (you will need to become a professional haggler) to get the most out of the sale; there are many chic brands out there that give huge discounts, but you will need to persistently ask for it. Orchard Road, Marina Bay, Paragon Mall, Orchard Central, etc. are some of the hotspots where you can shop during the GSS (these are great spots to buy cheapest goods in Singapore, even on usual days). So, plan a trip to Singapore anywhere between June and July and fill your bags with your favorite brands.
Dubai Shopping Festival
The Dubai Shopping Festival is the largest and the most visited festival in the world. This is held for 1-1.5 months in December and January and is one of the largest entertainment events in the Middle East. In this festival, you will find massive discounts on an array of fashion products from luxurious &
regional brands. As soon as you enter any shopping mall, “SALE” is the omnipresent sign you will notice in the mall.
Do not miss out on the opening ceremony of this shopping festival; there is a vibrant firework, entertaining street dance and music performances, and exciting food. In short, you will not want this eventful night to end! Make the most of your Dubai shopping festival experience by taking advantage of coupons and promo deals from popular online travel portals like Klook, MakeMyTrip & Trip.com.
The Thailand Grand Sale
Thailand Grand Sale is not just about shopping big brands at as much as 80% off, but it is also about enjoying discounts on a range of hotels, attractions, activities, and restaurants. This sale is between June and August and the event is held annually. If you love to bargain, then you will have a lot of fun at this grand sale.
To enjoy discounts on sportswear, jewelry, clothes, etc., you can head to different shopping malls in Bangkok. Apart from known brands, you will see even local businesses and small retailers taking part in this grand sale. Siam Paragon, CentralWorld, Siam Center, etc. are some of the hotspots that you can check out, to get the most out of this event. There are some unique items of Thailand that you can buy at this shopping festival and you should not miss out on them.
Cannes Shopping Festival
The shoppers who are not about budget shopping but are on the lookout for trending fashion products, need to head to Cannes Shopping Festival. You already know that the most acclaimed film festival in Cannes is held every year, but you might not know that this place also hosts the most lavish shopping festival in the world.
At this festival, you will find acclaimed fashion designers from across the globe, showcasing their latest collection; you will find haute couture from different designers at the Cannes Shopping Festival. You will find even celebrities attending this festival; this is the festival to get runway picks, designer shoes & handbags, and other luxury products.
Korea Grand Sale
If you are planning to visit Korea at the time of the Korea Grand Sale then you will be relieved to know that the country’s government, in partnership with local retailers & flights, provides you great discounts on flight tickets, hotel tariffs, and restaurants. This is the biggest shopping festival in Asia and it is held in February.
This is a nationwide sale where you can walk into any market, shopping mall, designer boutiques, etc. and you will find various products at great discounted prices.
