Dubai’s November Sports and Wellness Guide

Merge 104.8  |  26 October 2026

Dubai Calendar’s November programme is headlined by the 10th edition of Dubai Fitness Challenge, with a month of cycling, running, yoga, triathlons and sporting events offering visitors from across the GCC plenty of ways to stay active.

Dubai Fitness Challenge | 31 October – 29 November | Citywide
Take on 30 minutes of daily activity for 30 days, with free fitness sessions and flagship events across the city.

Dubai Ride | 1 November | Sheikh Zayed Road
Cycle a 4km family route past Burj Khalifa or tackle the 12km city course.

Dubai Stand Up Paddle | 7–8 November | Hatta Dam
Enjoy free paddleboarding, kayaking and sunset yoga against Hatta’s mountain backdrop.

Dubai Run | 22 November | Sheikh Zayed Road
Choose a 5km or 10km run along one of Dubai’s most iconic roads.

Dubai Yoga | 29 November
Close the challenge with a sunset yoga session and wellness activities. Registration required.

Other Sports and Wellness Events

Tough Mudder | 31 October – 1 November | The Sevens Stadium
Take on 5km or 15km obstacle courses, with races for children.

Mushrif Park Run | 1 November | Mushrif National Park
Choose from 3km, 5km, 10km and half-marathon routes through the park.

Dubai International Baja | 5–8 November | Dubai Festival City
Catch rally action and redesigned routes at this established motorsport event.

Oceanman Open Water Swim | 7–8 November | Al Mamzar Beach Park
Compete in open-water races ranging from 500m to 10km, with relay and youth categories.

Plus500 City Half Marathon | 8 November | DIFC
Run 5km, 10km, 15km or 21km through the financial district.

Cigna Run and Fitness | 8 November | Expo City Dubai
Enjoy a free fitness event featuring 2.5km and 5km runs, yoga, HIIT and spin.

Dubai T100 Triathlon | 13–15 November | Al Mamzar
Watch professional and amateur athletes compete in triathlon races, alongside live music and food trucks.

Urban Obstacle Juniors Championship | 14 November | Al Quoz
Young athletes test their speed and agility in obstacle challenges.

The WOM Challenge: Rise Together | 14 November | The Retreat Palm Dubai
Teams of two combine paddleboarding, running, strength challenges and guided recovery.

Arabian Soul Fest | 14–15 November | Zabeel Park
Explore a wellness festival featuring fitness, mindfulness, creative workshops, food and family activities.

Ultraa Trail Dubai | 27–29 November | Hatta
Explore mountain trails with races from 5km to 100km, plus a Mini Trail and team endurance challenge.

Dubai Basketball | Until 16 April 2027 | Coca-Cola Arena
Catch EuroLeague and ABA League home games against leading European clubs, including Real Madrid, FC Barcelona and Olympiacos.