Sharjah Summer Promotions 2024, organized by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) in collaboration with the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA), celebrated its first grand raffle draw at 06 Mall in Sharjah.
This event is part of the 21st edition of the shopping festival, which features a series of activities aimed at stimulating the local economy.
The grand raffle, held on Saturday, awarded 25 lucky winners with an array of prizes including 10 gold bars, four hotel stays, and 11 shopping vouchers. Shoppers can look forward to future draws, with total prizes worth up to Dh3 million.
In addition to special deals and discounts, the festival boasts a vibrant schedule of 70 entertainment activities across major shopping malls, retail stores, popular tourist attractions, and family destinations in Sharjah.
Supporting the Local Economy
Ibrahim Rashid Al Jarwan, Director of Economic Relations and Marketing at SCCI and General Coordinator of Sharjah Summer Promotions, congratulated the winners and wished all participants good luck in the upcoming draws. He highlighted that the main goal of the festival is to boost consumer spending, attract tourists, and revitalize the retail sector. This effort aims to solidify Sharjah’s reputation as a top shopping destination offering a variety of products at discounted prices, ensuring enjoyable experiences for both residents and visitors.
Al Jarwan emphasized that the Sharjah Chamber is dedicated to organizing high-quality events that meet people’s expectations, enhancing the overall shopping and entertainment experience in the emirate. He noted that the positive feedback from shoppers and the high visitor turnout underscore the continued success of the Sharjah Summer Promotions.
The current edition of the festival will run until September 1, culminating in a grand raffle draw. Prizes will include 10 gold bars, four hotel stays, 13 shopping vouchers, and an Infiniti car.
Upcoming Events and Activities
For heritage enthusiasts, the Sharjah Summer Promotions will feature the Al Dhaid Date Festival from July 25 to 28, celebrating the cultural significance of the palm tree in Emirati heritage with a range of traditional activities.
Early shoppers can look forward to more exciting surprises, including numerous shopping vouchers from the Sharjah Cooperative Society. City Centre Al Zahia will host a raffle for shopping vouchers on July 27, followed by additional raffles at Suyoh Mall on August 3. Mega Mall will hold another major raffle on August 10, offering 10 gold bars, four hotel stays, and 11 shopping vouchers.
Rahmania Mall is set to offer shopping vouchers on August 17, and school bags and stationery will be given away to students by 06 Mall on August 24.
One of the highlights of this year’s Sharjah Summer Promotions is the Al Maleh (Salted Fish) and Fishing Festival, taking place from August 28 to 31 in Dibba Al Hisn. The event will feature heritage-themed activities, along with a draw for shopping vouchers and hotel stays.
