From courts to coastlines, international competitions and community races offer plenty to watch and take part in
Dubai : Dubai Calendar has unveiled a November programme of fitness, wellness and sporting events, anchored by the 10th edition of Dubai Fitness Challenge, bringing residents and visitors together through community activities across the city. From cycling, running and paddling to triathlon, team fitness and yoga, the month offers plenty of ways to get involved, alongside a lineup of live sport. Mark your calendars and get moving this November.
DUBAI FITNESS CHALLENGE
- Date: 31 October – 29 November 2026
- Location: Citywide
- About: Get moving with the 10th edition of Dubai Fitness Challenge, inviting everyone to complete 30 minutes of activity daily for 30 days. The programme features free classes, group workouts and activities for all ages across the city. This year’s highlights include event favourites such as Dubai Ride, Dubai Stand Up Paddle, Dubai Run, and Dubai Yoga.
Dubai Ride presented by DP World
- Date: 1 November 2026
- Location: Sheikh Zayed Road
- About: Cycle through the heart of Dubai at this free Dubai Fitness Challenge event open to all ages. Choose the family-friendly 4km route through Downtown Dubai, passing Burj Khalifa, or tackle the 12km course along Sheikh Zayed Road.
Dubai Stand Up Paddle (SUP) presented by RTA
- Date: 7 – 8 November 2026
- Location: Hatta Dam
- About: Enjoy two days of free water sports at Hatta Dam, with coached adult and family paddleboarding sessions, mass participation challenges and single or double kayaking. Sunset yoga on SUP boards adds a moment of relaxation against the mountain backdrop.
- Date: 22 November 2026
- Location: Sheikh Zayed Road
- About: Join runners of all ages and abilities as Sheikh Zayed Road becomes a running route for Dubai Fitness Challenge. Choose a 5km or 10km course and take in the city’s landmarks while moving towards the finish line at your own pace.
- Date: 29 November 2026
- About: Close Dubai Fitness Challenge with a free sunset yoga session led by expert instructors. Open to residents and visitors of all levels, the event includes wellness activities and dedicated zones to welcome different participants; advance registration is required.
OTHER SPORTS AND WELLNESS EVENTS
- Date: Until 16 April 2027
- Location: Coca-Cola Arena
- About: Dubai Basketball returns for the 2026–2027 season, competing in the EuroLeague and ABA League. Fans can enjoy fast-paced home fixtures against European clubs including Real Madrid, FC Barcelona, Olympiacos and Fenerbahçe.
- Date: 31 October – 1 November 2026
- Location: The Sevens Stadium
- About: Take on mud and obstacles designed to test strength, stamina and teamwork at Tough Mudder. Choose a 5km or 15km course, while younger adventurers can join Kids by Spartan races with 1km, 1.5km and 3km obstacle routes.
- Date: 1 November 2026
- Location: Mushrif National Park
- About: Explore tree-lined roads at Mushrif Park Run, part of Dubai Fitness Challenge. With 3km, 5km, 10km and 21.1km routes, runners of all levels can enjoy a scenic course through one of Dubai’s largest parks.
SKECHERS Performance Night Run 2
- Date: 4 November 2026
- Location: Meydan Royal Bridge
- About: Run beneath the city lights in the second of five SKECHERS Performance Night Run contests. Choose a 3km, 5km or 10km course across the illuminated Meydan Royal Bridge, with a T-shirt and finisher’s medal for participants.
- Date: 5 – 8 November 2026
- Location: Dubai Festival City
- About: Dubai International Baja returns with rally action and redesigned routes, continuing a motorsport tradition dating back to 1979. Previously known as the Dubai International Rally, the event is organised by the Emirates Motorsports Organization.
- Date: 7 – 8 November 2026
- Location: Al Mamzar Beach Park
- About: Elite and amateur swimmers come together for six open-water race formats, with distances ranging from 500m to 10km. Team relays and youth categories offer opportunities for seasoned endurance swimmers and those trying their first open-water sprint.
Plus500 City Half Marathon 2026
- Date: 8 November 2026
- Location: Gate Building, DIFC
- About: The eighth edition of the Plus500 City Half Marathon invites runners of all abilities to race through DIFC. Choose a 21km, 15km, 10km or 5km course, whether aiming for a personal best or taking on a new distance.
- Date: 8 November 2026
- Location: Expo City Dubai
- About: Join a free family-friendly fitness meet at Expo City Dubai as part of Dubai Fitness Challenge. Participants can choose a 2.5km or 5km run, or try yoga, HIIT and spin classes, with registration required and limited places available.
- Date: 13 – 15 November 2026
- Location: Al Mamzar
- About: Take on the 100km triathlon, combining a 2km swim, 80km cycle and 18km run, or choose the shorter Olympic-distance race. Alongside amateur and professional competition, spectators can enjoy live music and food trucks near the finish line.
Urban Obstacle Juniors Championship
- Date: 14 November 2026
- Location: Gravity Calisthenics Gym, Al Quoz
- About: Young athletes take on a series of obstacle challenges in this junior competition at Gravity Calisthenics Gym in Al Quoz. Families can watch the next generation of obstacle racers test their speed and agility.
The WOM Challenge 2026: Rise Together
- Date: 14 November 2026
- Location: The Retreat Palm Dubai
- About: Team up with a partner for The WOM Challenge, a women’s duo event themed Rise Together that combines a stand-up paddle, a run with strength challenges led by coaches, and an ice bath and breathwork recovery session.
- Date: 14 – 15 November 2026
- Location: Zabeel Park
- About: Reconnect through movement, mindfulness, music and creativity at this two-day wellness festival. More than 100 experiences across 10 zones include fitness classes, holistic therapies and creative workshops, alongside organic food, art and activities for families.
- Date: 15 November 2026
- Location: Dubai Design District
- About: Celebrate inclusion and support people of determination with a 3km walk or run, or timed 5km and 10km races. Participants can enjoy entertainment and food at the Unity Run Village, with free entry for people of determination and their companions.
- Date: 15 November 2026
- Location: Public Prosecution premises, Dubai
- About: Held during Dubai Fitness Challenge, the Public Prosecution Run invites the community to race outside the Public Prosecution building in Dubai, with prize money on offer.
- Date: 20 – 21 November 2026
- Location: ISD Stadium, Dubai Sports City
- About: Teams of six, three men and three women, test their strength, strategy and teamwork through demanding workouts. Everyday, Intermediate and Elite categories cater to different fitness levels, with food, live music and activity stands adding to the atmosphere.
Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge Build-Up Ride 3
- Date: 22 November 2026
- Location: Al Qudra Cycling Path
- About: Build stamina for the main 92km challenge with the third build-up ride, covering a 65km route through Al Qudra’s desert landscape. The session gives cycling enthusiasts an opportunity to improve their endurance in a motivating group environment.
UAE Lifeguard Championship 2026
- Date: 24 November 2026
- Location: Atlantis, The Palm
- About: Watch lifeguards demonstrate their fitness, rescue skills and teamwork through challenges simulating real-life emergencies. Competing individually or in teams, these professionals put their lifesaving knowledge and ability to respond under pressure to the test.
- Date: 27 – 28 November 2026
- Location: Dubai Exhibition Centre
- About: Combine running with functional workouts at HYROX Dubai, a fitness race welcoming athletes of different abilities. Eight exercise stations feature challenges such as sled pushes, burpees, rowing and wall balls, testing strength and endurance.
- Date: 27 – 29 November 2026
- Location: Hatta
- About: Explore Hatta’s mountain trails with 5km, 15km, 30km, 50km and 100km races, plus a Mini Trail for younger runners. A new Team Shootout challenges groups to complete as many 5km loops as possible within 12 hours.
