The eighth edition of Dubai Games, the city’s leading team-based sporting event, will take place from March 25 to 28, 2027, organisers have announced.
The tournament is held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai.
Since its launch in 2018, the event has grown steadily in scale and participation. The inaugural edition drew 1,054 participants across 154 teams. By 2026, that figure had climbed to more than 1,600 participants across 239 teams, with 56 cities represented.
The tournament brings together government employees, community members, juniors and teams from cities around the world. The Organising Committee said it reflects the city’s values of ambition, agility and teamwork, uniting participants through a shared spirit of collaboration and competition.
The eighth edition will give athletes and community members a chance to test their limits and strengthen connections. Organisers also highlighted the role of partners in supporting the tournament’s continued growth and its impact on the community.
DP World will continue as Official Partner, building on its long-standing relationship with Dubai Games.
Participants will compete across five categories: Battle of the Government for men, Battle of the Government for women, Battle of the Community, Battle of the Cities and Battle of the Juniors. Each will feature a series of challenges designed to test teamwork, agility and the ability to overcome obstacles.
News Source: WAM
