Festival of Cake Dubai 2025: A Sweet Sensation at Expo City
Festival of Cake Dubai 2025 is set to take Expo City Dubai by storm from 28 November to 2 December, turning Al Wasl Plaza into a wonderland of desserts, pastry art, and baking creativity. This five-day extravaganza promises to delight cake lovers, families, and aspiring bakers with fun, flavor, and flair.
Organized in collaboration with TGP International, the festival brings together international pastry legends, talented local bakers, and dessert lovers from across the region. It’s more than just a showcase of sweet treats, it’s a multi-sensory, community-driven celebration of baking as an art form.
What to Expect: Cake, Creativity & Culinary Magic
At the Festival of Cake Dubai 2025, visitors are in for a full-on dessert adventure:
- 100+ Live Shows & Workshops: There will be three stages with more than 100 shows, including masterclasses led by celebrity chefs, cake-decorating demonstrations, and interactive baking sessions.
- Bake-Off Competition: Whether you’re a professional, amateur, or junior baker, you can join the festival’s Bake-Off and show your cake-making talent.
- Celebrity Chefs: Renowned pastry experts such as Anna Olson, Sahar Parham Al Awadhi, Claire Clark, Kimberly Lin, and Markus Bohr will share their skills, stories, and signature desserts.
- Cake Picnic: On the final night (2 Dec), the festival hosts the first-ever Middle East edition of the “Cake Picnic” guests are encouraged to bring their own cakes and join a communal outdoor dessert feast.
- Free Cake Sampling: Everyone gets a taste of “Bertha Cake,” a viral 24-layer dessert, making it a must-try for first-time festival-goers.
Immersive Dessert Zones & Sweet Attractions
The Festival is packed with immersive zones designed to enchant both sweet enthusiasts and curious visitors:
- Chocomelt Garden: A chocolate lover’s paradise, this pop-up under the iconic Al Wasl Dome offers a festival-exclusive menu of rich chocolate creations.
- Cake Canvas Café: A “paint-your-own cake” experience where guests decorate mini cakes on a canvas (mini cake) for just AED 75.
- Kids’ Cupcake Workshops: Young bakers can unleash their creativity by decorating cupcakes with sprinkles, frosting, and fun shapes.
- Sprinkles Pool: A colorful, playful pit filled with “sprinkles” where kids (and adults!) can hang out, take photos, and enjoy Instagram-worthy moments.
- Live Music & DJs: The Sugar Rush Bar brings sweet beats and a chill atmosphere, perfect for relaxing while indulging your dessert cravings.
Why Festival of Cake Dubai 2025 Is a Must-Visit
1. Dessert Innovation Meets Heritage: This festival isn’t just about eating cake, it celebrates the craftsmanship of pastry chefs and the cultural evolution of desserts. From traditional flavors to avant-garde showpieces, there’s something to excite every palate.
2. A Platform for Aspiring Bakers: The Bake-Off competition and workshops give amateur and young bakers a chance to learn, compete, and shine. It’s a platform to grow, be inspired, and connect with the global baking community.
3. Community and Family-Friendly: With interactive zones, family activities, and communal experiences like the Cake Picnic, the festival is designed to be inclusive, fun, and social bringing people together over shared sweetness.
4. Educational & Engaging: Talks and demos by top pastry chefs offer insider insights into baking techniques, ingredients, and trends. Whether you’re a home baker or just love watching dessert artistry, there’s a lot to learn.
Practical Info for Attendees
- Venue & Time: Expo City Dubai, Al Wasl Plaza. Festival runs daily from 16:00 to midnight.
- Ticketing: Tickets are valid for one day only. Children aged 5 and under and persons of determination get free entry.
- Accessibility: The event is family-friendly, and children (12 and under) must be accompanied by an adult aged 21+.
- Photography: No professional photography or videography is allowed in the ticketed area.
Follow Festival of Cake Official website for more updates.
Final Thoughts on Festival of Cake Dubai 2025
The Festival of Cake Dubai 2025 is not just an event, it’s a celebration of art, creativity, and community through the universal language of sweetness. Whether you’re a dedicated baker, a food lover, or simply someone who appreciates a beautifully crafted cake, this festival offers a unique, unforgettable experience.
Be ready to indulge in dreamy desserts, join fun baking competitions, and create sweet memories under the glow of Al Wasl Plaza. The Festival of Cake is where Dubai’s love for innovation meets its love for cake and where visitors of all ages can come together to celebrate the joy of baking.
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