Winter is when Dubai comes alive for drivers. The heat has gone, the roads are clear in the early morning, and the city's car calendar is packed. Here are the dates worth planning a trip around.
Icons of Porsche, 21 to 22 November
The region's biggest car festival moves to a new home this year, The Square at Nad Al Sheba. Expect hundreds of cars, live music and food, from 4pm to 11pm both days. Tickets are AED 85, and children under 12 go free.
1000 Miglia Experience UAE, 29 November to 3 December
Inspired by Italy's famous road race, 120 teams drive across all seven emirates, including a desert time trial and a stop in Al Ain. The cars go on public display at DIFC on 28 and 29 November before they set off.
UAE National Day, 2 to 3 December
A public holiday with celebrations across the city. Roads and hotels get busy, so book your car early.
Dubai Shopping Festival, 4 December to 17 January
Six weeks of events, offers and fireworks, and peak season for visitors.
Our tip
These are the busiest weeks of the year for supercar hire. Book a few weeks ahead, check the deposit and insurance before you pay, and read our Dubai guide for licence rules and the best drives.
Dates come from the organisers and may change, so check before you travel.