Optional
Algeria Revolution Day
National HolidaysNational Days
A solemn-leaning national day: respectful tribute content; keep commercial angles minimal.
Best for
NGOsGovernment
Entertainment Marketing Calendar for MENA
Events, cinema, gaming, streaming and attractions.
Upcoming moments for this industry
Optional
Green March Day
National HolidaysNational Days
A patriotic observance — green-themed tribute content; avoid political commentary on territorial issues.
Best for
F&BGovernment
Optional
Singles' Day (11.11)
Shopping SeasonsSocial Media Moments
A useful early-November revenue spike and a lighter 'self-gifting' angle two weeks before White Friday.
Best for
FashionBeautyE-commerceTechnology
Industry-specific
World Diabetes Day
Awareness Days
Highly relevant regionally: free screening drives, sugar-aware menus and prevention content resonate strongly.
Best for
F&BHealthcareNGOsGovernment
Must-use
Oman National Day
Must-Use EventsNational Holidays
Oman's celebration style is elegant and understated — refined creative with khanjar and frankincense motifs outperforms…
Best for
F&BTourismE-commerceGovernment
High opportunity
Morocco Independence Day
National HolidaysNational Days
A patriotic moment pairing well with November retail season — heritage-modern fusion creative stands out.
Best for
F&BFashionE-commerceGovernment
High opportunity
Lebanon Independence Day
National HolidaysNational Days
A heartfelt national moment — cedar motifs and love-for-Lebanon storytelling resonate; keep economic hardships in mind…
Best for
F&BTourismE-commerceNGOs
Must-use
White Friday
Must-Use EventsShopping Seasons
The single biggest e-commerce week in MENA.
Best for
FashionBeautyE-commerceFinanceTechnology
High opportunity
Black Friday & Cyber Monday
Shopping Seasons
Overlaps White Friday — decide whether to brand your sale locally (White Friday) or globally, and keep one clear messag…
Best for
FashionE-commerceTechnology
Must-use
UAE National Day (Eid Al Etihad)
Must-Use EventsNational Holidays
The UAE's flagship national moment with a long weekend: travel, dining, retail offers and premium brand tributes all pe…
Best for
F&BFashionReal EstateTourismE-commerce
High opportunity
Dubai Shopping Festival
Shopping SeasonsCultural Events
Six-plus weeks of elevated retail intent and tourist inflows: align pricing, raffles and in-store experiences with the…
Best for
F&BFashionTourismE-commerceTechnology
High opportunity
Winter Travel & Festive Season
Shopping SeasonsTourism Seasons
The Gulf's best outdoor months: camping, desert trips, outdoor dining and events.
Best for
F&BFashionTourismAutomotiveEntertainment
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UAE National Day (Eid Al Etihad)
Program a UAE National Day (Eid Al Etihad) experience: themed screenings/shows/game nights, plus shareable on-site photo moments.
“Where is everyone going for UAE National Day (Eid Al Etihad)? Here.”
Dubai Shopping Festival
Program a Dubai Shopping Festival experience: themed screenings/shows/game nights, plus shareable on-site photo moments.
“Where is everyone going for Dubai Shopping Festival? Here.”
Winter Travel & Festive Season
Program a Winter Travel & Festive Season experience: themed screenings/shows/game nights, plus shareable on-site photo moments.
“Where is everyone going for Winter Travel & Festive Season? Here.”
Bahrain National Day
Program a Bahrain National Day experience: themed screenings/shows/game nights, plus shareable on-site photo moments.
“Where is everyone going for Bahrain National Day? Here.”
Campaign types that work
- Limited seasonal offers
- National-moment content
- Awareness campaigns
- Collabs & influencers
- Bundles & gifting
- Contests & engagement
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