Explore Uptown Dubai
United Arab Emirates, February 2026. During the Holy Month of Ramadan, a new evening destination emerges in Dubai, placing culture, food, entertainment, and shared experiences at its centre. Moonlight Market is set to illuminate the Ramadan season at The Plaza, located at Uptown Dubai, with a month-long evening market experience designed to bring communities together after sunset. Operated by 7 Management in partnership with DMCC, Moonlight Market will transform The Plaza into a vibrant nighttime destination that blends culture, design, food, and live entertainment in a welcoming and contemporary open-air setting. From dining, retail, creative workshops and interactive board games such as chess, checkers, and Jenga, the market will offer a dynamic programme that invites guests to gather, engage, and unwind throughout the holy month.
Open every day throughout Ramadan, Moonlight Market will welcome guests from 5:00 pm to 12:00 am on weekdays, and 5:00 pm to 2:00 am on weekends, creating a lively after-iftar atmosphere designed to encourage discovery and social interaction. The experience is curated as a go-to lifestyle destination during Ramadan for residents, families, professionals, and visitors seeking a relaxed and inclusive environment after sunset.
The look and feel of Moonlight Market is a modern take on Ramadan markets, reimagined through bold colours, illuminated outlines, and redefined oriental patterns. The result is a visually striking yet elegant setting that creates a premium and playful shopping environment. Carefully curated vendor booths will showcase food and beverage concepts such as Salt, Freat, Goodies, Desert and Chill, Lana Lusa and more, alongside retail brands from Ripe Market spanning home and apparel, all presented within a modern, design-forward, visually immersive, and highly shareable setting.
Conceptualised as a next-generation Ramadan market, Moonlight Market celebrates originality, creativity, and community connection. A curated mix of forward-thinking UAE brands will come together through a programme that seamlessly blends retail, dining, and entertainment Throughout the holy month, The Plaza will be established as a vibrant social gathering hub for dining, discovery, and meaningful moments enjoyed under the glow of moonlit evenings.
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ABOUT THE PLAZA
Located at the heart of DMCC’s landmark Uptown Dubai district, The Plaza is a 21,000-square-metre open-air events destination designed to host world-class experiences. Featuring cutting-edge event infrastructure, a 43-metre HD screen, premium lighting and sound systems, and flexible layouts for up to 4,000 guests, The Plaza is built to accommodate everything from concerts, festivals, and fan zones to gala dinners, fashion shows, and cultural performances.
Operated by 7 Management, one of the region’s leading hospitality and entertainment groups, The Plaza embodies the spirit of Dubai — dynamic, diverse, and designed to inspire.
ABOUT UPTOWN DUBAI
Uptown Dubai is a transformative, mixed-use sustainable development by DMCC, strategically positioned as the Southern Gate of Dubai. The iconic new district integrates luxurious residences and world-class business spaces with exceptional hospitality and leisure offerings, creating a dynamic and inclusive urban community.
The ultimate lifestyle development, Uptown Dubai features eight towers, including the first to rise, Uptown Tower, designed by Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill. SO/ Uptown Dubai Residences offers luxury living with panoramic views of Dubai’s skyline, featuring modern amenities appealing to both individuals and families. This prestigious urban residence combines sophistication and contemporary design, creating a unique luxury living experience in the heart of New Dubai.
Enhancing the development’s exclusivity and amenities, SO/ Uptown Dubai Hotel provides visionary 5-star hospitality in an accessible, prime location. At the core of Uptown Dubai, The Plaza serves as a vibrant cultural and commercial hub, offering retail, dining, and leisure opportunities alongside unique art installations and cultural experiences. The Atrium, its culinary centrepiece, delivers world-class dining and retail experiences for residents and visitors, featuring standout venues such as Sur, an Aegean-inspired restaurant celebrating Mediterranean flavours, and Uptown Social, a community-focused café known for its expertly brewed coffee and feel-good bites. Uptown Tower is LEED Gold-certified, underscoring the development’s commitment to sustainability. With ongoing expansion to include additional towers, office space, and cultural venues, the development enhances Dubai’s position as a global trade and business hub while offering an unparalleled, premium living experience.
Uptown Dubai Website: https://uptowndubai.ae/en/
ABOUT 7 MANAGEMENT
7 Management is a leading international hospitality and management group headquartered in Dubai, known for creating award-winning dining and entertainment destinations across the Middle East and Europe. Since its founding in 2015, the group has been creating phenomenal experiences; from casual dining restaurants to high-end entertainment concepts in the UAE and around the world. The group is behind some of the region’s most iconic brands including February 30, Lucia’s, The Theater, Seven Sisters, Antika, Limonata, Sayf, YUBI, Lady Bird and 25 Jump Street. With a diverse portfolio that spans restaurants, lounges, beach clubs, and nightclubs, 7 Management seamlessly blends elevated cuisine with immersive entertainment, creating experiences beyond hospitality. In addition to its operational excellence, 7 Management is also a leading investment company, developing, owning, and operating F&B, dining, and leisure concepts that continue to shape the cultural and culinary landscape of the region.
7 Management Website: https://7management.me/
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