The Open Masters Series Abu Dhabi 2026 will take place on 6-15 February 2026 and is set to be the largest mass-participation sporting event in the region, bringing together more than 25,000 participants across 31 sports over 10 thrilling days of competition.

Additionally, the Abu Dhabi Masters Games 2025 will take place in 2025 as a preparation event. It will mark a historic milestone as the first-ever Masters event hosted in the UAE and will offer a more intimate setting for a select group of participants in the UAE to experience world-class competition and camaraderie.

The Open Masters Series Abu Dhabi 2026 will take place across 30 venues in different locations throughout the UAE.

The Abu Dhabi Masters Games 2025 will be held in 20 venues within the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.

Masters events promote lifelong competition, friendship and understanding between mature sportspeople, regardless of age, gender, race, religion, or sport status by organizing sports festivals all over the world. The Open Masters Series Abu Dhabi 2026 will uphold this tradition, promoting sports for all, regardless of age, nationality, or competitive status.

The event is open to all adults aged 30 and above, following the principles of lifelong sports and inclusive competition (swimming events are open to adults aged 25 and above). Participants will compete in age brackets, typically structured in 5-, 10- or multi-year increments.

The event is open to all adults aged 30 and above, regardless of skill level (swimming events are open to adults aged 25 and above). The goal is to encourage participation, with a strong emphasis on older age groups and senior athletes.

Registration for the preparatory Abu Dhabi Masters Games 2025 will open in February/March 2025.

Registration for the Open Masters Series Abu Dhabi 2026 will begin after April 2025.

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All participants will be required to pay an entry fee. Our goal is to keep registration fair and accessible, with early-bird pricing, and special offers available.

The registration fee will cover:

• Sports entry
• Access to all Games-hosted events (sports, special events)
• Access to Games transportation
• A welcome pack including commemorative wearable

The main event will feature 31 sports.

Combat Sports

• Jiu Jitsu
• Judo
• Karate
• Muay Thai

Water Sports

• Sailing
• Canoeing/Kayak

Racquet Sports

• Badminton
• Padel
• Squash
• Table Tennis
• Tennis

Individual Sports

• Archery
• Athletics
• Bowling
• Cycling
• Golf
• Obstacle Course Racing
• Orienteering
• Shooting
• Swimming
• Triathlon/Duathlon
• Weightlifting

Team Sports

• Basketball
• Cricket
• Football
• Netball
• Rugby
• Volleyball

Traditional Sports

• Falconry
• Endurance Horse Racing
• Equestrian (Horse Jumping)

Age categories are structured in 5-, 10 or multi-year increments, allowing for fair competition among peers.

All participants will receive a welcome pack with exclusive benefits. Medals will be awarded to the top 3 competitors/teams based on performance within their age group.

Join our event team and help make the Open Masters Series Abu Dhabi 2026 a success. You will get world-class sports event experience, exclusive access to attend Masters events and other benefits.

Registration will open soon. Stay updated by signing up.

A variety of volunteering opportunities will be available for different sports and venues e.g. Athlete Services, Venue Operations, Guest Assistance, Media Support, Spectator Services, etc. Sign up to receive updates.

Venues will be located across the UAE for the main event in 2026 (Open Masters Series 2026). For the preparation event (Abu Dhabi Masters Games 2025), venues will be located exclusively in Emirate of Abu Dhabi.

Yes! Accommodation options and travel packages will be available for international participants, volunteers, and spectators. Abu Dhabi, Dubai and the UAE are a world-class tourism destination, offering top-tier hospitality services.

A range of public and private transportation options will be available for all event participants, volunteers, spectators and other guests. Abu Dhabi provides an excellent road transport network.

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