One of the biggest gatherings of the supercar is to take place in Dubai this weekend, as a huge number of Ferrari models descend on City Walk to celebrate the forthcoming Dubai Motor Festival.
Families and motoring fanatics alike will be able to get up close and personal with the cars, pose for selfies or admire the Italian supercar’s beautiful bodywork at the unique gathering on Saturday, 7 November.
Hosted in association with the City Walk developer, Meraas, and in conjunction with the Dubai Ferrari Club, the event will take place from 10am to 12.30pm.
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Fans can pose for pictures alongside the cars and get up close and personal with the iconic Italian car brand – an event that is sure to be a big draw for the Emirate’s petrolheads.
The UAE is home to some of the most unique Ferrari supercars ever built and this will be a unique chance to see them out on the road.
“With a large number of the world’s best Ferraris coming together in one place, it’s one of the most impressive Ferrari events the region has seen, making it a magnificent way to kick off this year’s Dubai Motor Festival,” said Dubai Motor Festival director, Jin Chwen Ong.
“The Dubai Motor Festival starts on November 10 with the famous Dubai International Motor Show and then there are activities all over the city until the brilliant Motor Village opens at Meydan on November 20 and 21.”
Thousands of spectators will head to the Motor Village for the appearance of stunt driver Ken Block and a host of other demonstrations. The Grand Parade of supercars through Dubai brings the festival to a conclusion.
Tani Hanna, President of the Ferrari Owners Club UAE, said: “The Ferrari Owners Club UAE is one of the country’s most active motoring association and we are excited to demonstrate our support for the Dubai Motor Festival.
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“The festival celebrates the spirit of motoring and provides enthusiasts with a great opportunity to see some of the world’s most beautiful and exclusive sports cars in a safe and secure setting.
“The UAE and the region have a great love for automobiles and horses and what better than a multitude of prancing Horses to provide the thrill and emotions that only the name Ferrari can.”
Organised by the Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), an agency of the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM), the 3rd edition of the Dubai Motor Festival will be held from 10- 21 November under the patronage of His Highness, Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai.
For more information on the Dubai Motor Festival, please visit www.motorfestival.ae
