Tickets for the spectacular race day are available now.


On your marks, get set, race. We are excited as the Dubai Racing Club has announced the dates for the 2025-26 season, which will take place at Meydan Racecourse and culminate with the Dubai World Cup on 28 March 2026.

The Dubai World Cup will attract trainers and jockeys from all over the world. During the event, there will be plenty of opportunities to watch the horses in action, as there will be 14 meetings running from 7 November 2025 to 13 March 2026, preceding the $30.5 million Dubai World Cup meeting on 28 March 2026.

As one of the most prestigious horse racing tournaments in the world, the Dubai World Cup was launched by Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai in 1996, and continues to be one of the most exciting events in the UAE’s sporting calendar and includes $12 million at stake in the title contest. 

Dubai World Cup

Tickets and hospitality packages

The Gallery on Level 1 offers views of the finish line and the closing ceremony. The offer includes an afternoon tea, buffet, live cooking stations, house beverages, and entertainment. Prices from AED 1,120.

On The Terrace, you can enjoy outdoor seating spanning the grandstand. This includes afternoon tea, buffet dinner, house beverages, and group seating options. Prices start at AED 2,080.

For those who prefer to be trackside, the first floor features space adjacent to the parade ring and finish line where you can enjoy afternoon tea, live cooking stations, unlimited house beverages, and premium bubbly options.

The Royal Enclosure by Zuma costs AED 22,000. Arrive in style via private chauffeur and cross the prestigious Royal Enclosure Bridge into a world of refined luxury. Enjoy a modern Majlis-style banquet curated by ZUMA, the FACT award-winning Japanese restaurant known for its sophisticated twist on traditional izakaya dining. Indulge in premium beverages and bespoke service throughout the day.

Dubai World Cup

Major General Dr Mohammed Essa Al Adhab, Executive Director of Dubai Racing Club, commented: “We are delighted to unveil the full programme for our exciting new-look season here in Dubai. The programme is diverse and caters for a wide range of horses, both Purebred Arabian and Thoroughbred. We hope that our excellent prize money and world-class facilities will continue to attract the best in the sport to race here in Dubai.”

We’ll see you on race day.

GO: Visit www.dubairacingclub.com for more information.