- The 16th edition of Dubai Sports World (DSW) is set to return, featuring more than 40 courts and pitches across nine major sports, 14 sporting academies, and spanning 282,000 square feet at Dubai World Trade Centre
- New for 2026 is a 1km indoor running track, dedicated cycling academy
, - Returning favourites include the free open-to–all community gym, Dubai Kids World, and a packed calendar of community events and activities throughout the season
Dubai, UAE – 10 June 2026: Dubai Sports World (DSW), the region’s largest indoor sports and fitness destination, returns this summer for another action-packed season of sport and fitness. Organised by Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) in collaboration with Dubai Sports Council (DSC), the 2026 edition will run daily from 19 June to 25 August 2026, from 8am until midnight. Spanning ten weeks, DSW 2026 will bring together a packed programme of sporting activities, community events and challenges and fitness experiences designed to keep residents and visitors active and engaged throughout the summer months.
What to expect at Dubai Sports World
Dubai Sports World is the ultimate summer destination, offering a packed calendar of events and activities suitable for all ages and abilities designed to enhance the community’s well-being. This year’s edition will feature more than 40 courts and pitches spanning 282,000 square feet and nine core sporting activities on offer: football, basketball, padel, table tennis, tennis, volleyball, badminton, cricket and pickleball. In addition to the extensive sporting facilities on offer, DSW will also host several community events throughout the summer, including the 2nd edition of Run In on 27 June, International Yoga Day celebrations on 21 June, the Hero Cup on 25 July and the 3rd Edition of Summer League on 8 August.
New for 2026
New additions for 2026 include a 1km indoor running track, providing runners with a comfortable, climate-controlled environment to train during the summer months. Also launching this year is the Wolfi’s Cycling Academy, offering structured coaching sessions to help cyclists looking to develop their skills during the hotter season. DSW 2026 will also introduce two dedicated F&B zones within the venue.
His Excellency Saeed Hareb, Secretary General of the Dubai Sports Council, said: “Dubai Sports World has established itself as an important platform promoting community health and well-being during summer months, in line with our leadership’s vision to make health and fitness accessible to everyone. From families and corporate groups to People of Determination and senior citizens, Dubai Sports World continues to offer an inclusive environment where people for all ages and fitness levels can come together to stay active.”
Mahir Abdulkarim Julfar, Executive Vice President, Dubai World Trade Centre, said: “We are pleased to welcome the return of Dubai Sports World, offering residents and visitors spending the summer in Dubai, with a vibrant indoor destination focused on sport, fitness and wellbeing. In collaboration with Dubai Sports Council and our strategic partners, we remain committed to enhancing healthier and more active lifestyles across the community through accessible and inclusive sporting experiences for all ages and abilities.”
Health and wellbeing for all
Dubai Sports World is firmly focused on making fitness fun and accessible to the wider community, with events and activities for families, People of Determination, corporate groups and individuals of all ages and sporting abilities. The free-to-use gym is equipped with state-of-the-art Matrix equipment and there is also a range of free fun activities on-site including foosball tables and a retro arcade games zone.
Family-friendly fitness
DSW’s popular Dubai Kids World will once again offer a dedicated space for younger visitors to stay active and entertained throughout summer. The supervised children’s zone features inflatable slides, soft play obstacles classes, an arts and crafts corner, and more. The venue will also host dedicated summer camps for children aged four to 14, led by certified coaches from 13 elite academies, including Star Academy, Elite Football Academy and Galaxy Blues Academy.
For more information and updates, follow Dubai Sports World on social media channels: Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Court reservations will open soon on www.dubaisportsworld.ae and the Dubai Sports World app. Register and book via the DSW App which is simple to use and features QR codes for easy check-in. The app is available on the App Store and Google Play.
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About Dubai Sports World (DSW)
The 16th edition of Dubai Sports World, presented by Dubai World Trade Centre in association with Dubai Sports Council, runs from 19 June to 25 August 2026. This edition is Dubai’s biggest and most varied indoor sporting destination, giving everyone, from sporting enthusiasts to first timers, the opportunity to focus on their wellbeing during the summer season. The immersive sports world offers bookable pitches and courts for nine core sports including football, basketball, padel, table tennis, volleyball, badminton, cricket, tennis and pickleball along with fitness classes, a dedicated free gym area, summer camps and academies, a kids’ activity zone and more.
About Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC)
A global business facilitator since 1979, Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) is home to the region’s leading purpose-built convention and exhibition centre. DWTC provides a platform for connecting people, products, innovation and ideas from around the world through a dynamic calendar of international trade exhibitions and its own roster of sector leading mega events. As a designated free zone, complemented by award-winning commercial real estate, DWTC plays an integral role in Dubai and the region’s growth story. Since its inauguration, DWTC has hosted close to 6,400 events, with an estimated economic output of AED 270 billion, attracting over 40 million business visitors to Dubai.
Building on this legacy, DWTC’s second flagship venue, the Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC), stands as a premier destination for prominent national and international mega events. Strategically aligned with the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, DEC’s recently announced AED 10 billion expansion is integral to Expo City Dubai’s vision of becoming a global business hub for exhibitions and events.
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