Active - Dubai guide to sport, outdoor adventures and fitness https://whatson.ae/section/active/ Things to do in Dubai & the UAE Sun, 14 Jun 2026 13:15:24 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 Dubai Mallathon is back tomorrow for the 2026 season https://whatson.ae/2026/06/dubai-mallathon-is-back-for-2026-and-its-expanded/ Sun, 14 Jun 2026 13:17:32 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=389742 Dubai Mallathon was a huge success last year, and it’s back for 2026 for a longer period The Dubai Mallathon, Dubai’s famous sports initiative that saw the cities’ largest malls transformed into fitness hubs with indoor running tracks, is back tomorrow. Last year, it ran only over the month of August; however, in 2026, it […]

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]]> Drink, snack and cheer at these best sports bars in Dubai https://whatson.ae/2026/06/best-sports-bars-dubai-2025/ Fri, 12 Jun 2026 11:00:33 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=374082 Catch the action and enjoy great food, company and drinks at these top sports bars in Dubai Dubai has no shortage of lively sports bars where you can catch all the top matches, enjoy tasty food and drinks, and soak up a buzzing atmosphere. From rooftop terraces to classic bars, these spots are perfect for […]

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]]> Fight fans, don’t forget to secure your UFC Fight Night Abu Dhabi tickets https://whatson.ae/2026/06/ufc-fight-night-returns-to-abu-dhabi-this-summer/ Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:35:13 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=388711 Abu Dhabi is preparing for another huge UFC Fight Night as the Octagon returns to Etihad Arena this July Abu Dhabi is gearing up for another major UFC showdown this summer. UFC Fight Night Abu Dhabi will return to bring the live MMA action to Etihad Arena on Yas Island on Saturday, July 25, 2026, […]

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]]> garden on 8 is turning into the ultimate fan zone for the 2026 World Cup https://whatson.ae/2026/06/garden-on-8-is-turning-into-the-ultimate-fan-zone-for-the-2026-world-cup/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:04:29 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=390361 Sponsored: The relaxed rooftop sports bar is screening the World Cup live Football fans, we’ve found the ultimate spot to watch your teams triumph (or fail!) in the 2026 World Cup, no matter the time of the match. The What’s-On-Award-winning garden on 8 is transforming into a sports hub and creating a rooftop football fan […]

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]]> 10 things we rate about: The UAE summer https://whatson.ae/2026/06/things-we-rate-about-the-uae-summer/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 04:54:44 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=387281 UAE summers > winter almost everywhere else… A large part of the way you experience life, along with the meaning and enjoyment you extract from it, comes down to perspective. You can actively choose the lens through which you encounter events and emotions, you can always make a conscious decision to opt for love, light, […]

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]]> Here’s when every World Cup 2026 match kicks off in the UAE https://whatson.ae/2026/06/football-world-cup-match-timings-uae-2026/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 04:00:49 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=389677 Prepare to renegotiate your bedtime The World Cup 2026 might be unfolding thousands of kilometres away, but fans in the UAE won’t miss a single kick. The only question is how much sleep you’ll lose over the next few weeks. From late-night group stage clashes to early-morning knockouts, here’s every match kick-off time in UAE […]

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]]> 10 ways to feel your best this summer in Dubai https://whatson.ae/2026/06/10-ways-to-feel-your-best-this-summer-in-dubai/ Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:37:00 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=390457 Move, recover and eat well this summer in Dubai – without making it harder than it needs to be As the temperatures rise during summer in Dubai, the long, sunny days can leave energy levels a little lower, and the temptation to stay indoors as motivation dips and somehow the answer always ends up being […]

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]]> Here are all the World Cup Fan Zones in Dubai https://whatson.ae/2026/06/fanzones-in-dubai-to-watch-the-world-cup-2026/ Tue, 09 Jun 2026 05:58:21 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=390318 Where big screens, louder crowds and match-day energy take over the city One of the best spots to catch the World Cup in Dubai is the Fan Zones, and there are a few dedicated spaces popping up across the city that you need to visit for at least one match. Whether you’re after a high-energy […]

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]]> Wellness Week is back and here’s everything you need to know https://whatson.ae/2026/06/wellness-week-is-back-and-heres-everything-you-need-to-know/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:44:01 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=390406 Wellness Week is back with workouts, wellness pop-ups and more reasons to step away from your desk There are wellness classes, and then there are wellness weeks where you can fit a workout, a massage, a nourishing meal and a creative workshop into the same day. That’s the idea behind Wellness Week, returning to ICD […]

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]]> 56 of the best places to watch the World Cup in Dubai https://whatson.ae/2026/06/world-cup-sports-bars-fanzones-dubai-2026/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 11:29:21 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=389498 World Cup fever hits Dubai Though the World Cup action unfolds thousands of kilometres away, Dubai will be bringing every tackle, goal and winner closer to home. Here’s where to watch the World Cup in Dubai  FAN ZONES Bla Bla by McGettigan’s   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by BeMoreThan Events […]

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]]> Dubai launches Active Summer initiative with indoor and outdoor sports https://whatson.ae/2026/06/dubai-launches-active-summer-initiative-with-indoor-and-outdoor-sports/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 06:50:11 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=390279 Active Summer will feature mall races to kids programmes to snow sports Dubai is turning up the heat on summer fitness with the launch of a major new sporting initiative designed to keep residents moving all season long, regardless of the temperature outside. The Dubai Sports Council (DSC) has announced the launch of “Active Summer”, […]

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]]> Top spots to watch the World Cup in Abu Dhabi https://whatson.ae/2026/06/world-cup-abu-dhabi-2026/ Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:39:52 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=389587 All eyes on World Cup action in Abu Dhabi The capital does World Cup season in its own style – waterfront venues, island sports bars and a handful of neighbourhood favourites that have been filling up for big matches for years. From Yas Island to the Corniche, here’s your guide to watching the World Cup […]

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