Dubai Sports World Returns for Action-Packed August Edition

• The region’s largest indoor sports destination, spanning over 25,000+ square metres, reopens its doors
• The 2025 Edition runs from 3 August through to 2 September, featuring nine core sports, dedicated children’s activities, and enhanced community initiatives
• New for 2025: DSW Run IN – Dubai’s first ever Indoor Half Marathon – kicks off the edition

Dubai, UAE – 09 July 2025: Dubai Sports World (DSW), the region’s largest indoor sports and fitness destination, is set to launch its special August edition, packed with the city’s most loved sports, exciting new challenges, and immersive experiences. Organised by Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) in collaboration with Dubai Sports Council (DSC), the 2025 edition will run daily from 8:00 am to 12:00 midnight from August 3 to September 2, spanning over 25,000 square metres and featuring over 40 courts and pitches.

Sporting Fun for the Whole Family

Sports on offer for 2025 include badminton, basketball, cricket, football, padel, tennis, table tennis, volleyball and pickleball, complemented by state-of-the-art infrastructure and facilities. This season, DSW also brings back its free, open-access gym, featuring advanced cardio machines, functional training rigs, and strength zones.

The expanded Dubai Kids World features multi-story inflatable slides and soft play obstacle courses as well as dedicated fun zones with retro arcade games, enabling parents to take part in their favourite sports and fitness activities while their kids have supervised fun and stay active.

Opening Day to Feature Dubai’s First Indoor Half Marathon

And visitors can hit the ground running at the August Edition opening day with the DSW Run IN – Dubai’s first-ever indoor half marathon, on Sunday, (August 3). Set in a fully climate-controlled environment, the race promises a unique experience for runners, complete with professional timing and cheering zones.

The DSW Summer League on Saturday, (August 23) brings together the best workplace teams in the UAE for an inter-company sports showdown featuring high-energy games and corporate team building at its finest.

Beat the Heat and Stay on Track with your Fitness Goals

Geared towards Dubai residents and visitors staying in the city during the summer break, the August Edition offers high-impact, quality programming throughout the month. With nine sports academies providing world-class coaching – including Galaxy Blues Academy for football, and with U.S. college-level basketball coaches at Taal Basketball Academy – DSW continues to nurture the next generation of athletes. From academy-led training sessions to court bookings and kids’ activities, seamless booking is available through the Dubai Sports World app with real-time slot tracking and QR code check-in.

Commenting on the 2025 edition of Dubai Sports World, His Excellency Saeed Hareb, Secretary General of the Dubai Sports Council, said:

“Dubai Sports World has become one of the most prominent and important community fitness events on Dubai’s annual calendar. It encourages individuals from all walks of life to adopt an active lifestyle and provides valuable opportunities for social interaction during the summer months, thereby enhancing the quality of life for both residents and visitors.

He added that the Dubai Sports Council is pleased to continue its fruitful partnership with the Dubai World Trade Centre in presenting the August edition of the event, which offers exceptional sports experiences for fitness enthusiasts in Dubai — both residents and visitors — regardless of their age, physical ability, or background.

He further pointed out that this year’s edition includes new activities that contribute to strengthening community cohesion, bringing together participants from over 200 nationalities living in Dubai in a vibrant and inclusive sports environment.

Moreover, His Excellency emphasized that Dubai Sports World stands out as a pioneering model of social inclusion through sports. He noted that special sporting activities have been organized for sanitation engineers at Dubai Municipality, delivery workers, senior citizens who are members of the Thukher Club, and staff from Dubai Corporation for Ambulance Services — reflecting Dubai’s firm commitment to making sports a way of life for everyone, without exception.”

Mahir Abdulkarim Julfar, Executive Vice President, Dubai World Trade Centre, said: “We are excited to begin the countdown to the return of Dubai Sports World, with this special August Edition. Reflecting our commitment to Dubai’s sporting community, this year’s edition allows us to deliver our most intensive and exciting programming yet, perfectly timed for residents and families staying in Dubai during the summer break. From the inaugural Indoor Half Marathon to the free community gym and enhanced facilities, this edition reinforces our dedication to creating an inclusive, accessible and engaging sporting experience for all.

“With the support of Dubai Sports Council and our strategic partners, we can bring our community together through sport and fitness in the most dynamic and empowering way,” Julfar added.

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.