Abu Dhabi isn’t slowing down when it comes to sporting occasions. With title fights, championship races, competitive cricket, and elite basketball on the horizon, the final months of 2026 are packed with major events worth adding to the calendar.
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2026
This is the big one for the capital. The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix will close the 2026 season at Yas Marina Circuit in December, and it could well be the decider.
Hosting the last stop of the championship, Yas Island will once again prepare for another huge season-ending celebration.
For further information and to get your tickets, visit F1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2026.
Dates: 03 – 06 December 2026
Location: Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
UFC 333
The Octagon returns to Etihad Arena in October for UFC 333, the centrepiece of Abu Dhabi Showdown Week. Headlined by current featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski and undefeated Movsar Evloev, this is set to be another huge night of mixed martial arts expected in the capital.
Beyond the main card, Showdown Week will bring fighter appearances, fan experiences, and MMA-focused events to Yas Island as the sport continues to grow in the region.
For further information and to get your tickets, visit UFC 333 | Etihad Arena.
Date: 24 October 2026
Location: Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Euroleague Basketball SuperCup
The upcoming Euroleague Basketball SuperCup will bring together four leading clubs, including Dubai Basketball and Real Madrid, in a knockout-style competition.
Competing across two days, this significant new addition to Abu Dhabi’s growing basketball calendar is an early-season showcase featuring some of Europe’s biggest teams and star players.
For further information and to get your tickets, visit Euroleague Basketball SuperCup Abu Dhabi 2026 | Etihad Arena.
Dates: 18- 19 September 2026
Location: Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
DP World ILT20 Season 5
Cricket returns with DP World ILT20 Season 5 starting this November. Bringing together six franchises and a global mix of international stars, the fast-paced T20 action will once again take over stadiums across the UAE.
The Abu Dhabi Knight Riders didn’t hit the heights expected in season four, so there is hope they will go all the way this campaign.
For further details on the format and ticket information, visit DP World International League T20.
Date: 22 November 2026 (Start Date)
Location: Zayed Cricket Stadium, Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi (Abu Dhabi Knight Riders Home Ground)
Michelin Yas 12 Hours
Endurance racing takes centre stage at Yas Marina Circuit with the Michelin Yas 12 Hours.
The event challenges teams and drivers across a demanding 12-hour race, where speed matters just as much as strategy, consistency, and teamwork. Expect international racing talent battling through one of the region’s most recognisable circuits.
For further information and to get your tickets, visit Michelin YAS 12 HOURS 2026.
Dates: 12 – 13 December 2026
Location: Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Mubadala Abu Dhabi Sail Grand Prix
The world’s fastest sailing championship returns for the 2026 Season Grand Final, with everything on the line when the F50 catamarans hit the water in Abu Dhabi at the end of the year.
National teams featuring some of the sport’s best sailors will battle at remarkable speeds, with the season’s biggest prize and final standings coming down to one dramatic weekend.
For further information and to register for tickets, visit Mubadala Abu Dhabi SGP 2026.
Date: 28 – 29 November 2026
Location: Zayed Port, Abu Dhabi
From the water and the court to the cricket field, the Octagon, and the racetrack, Abu Dhabi is lining up a spectacular sporting finish to 2026.
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