The Dubai T100 Triathlon Weekend is back for its third edition from 13 to 15 November 2026, and it’s moving from Meydan Racecourse to the coast at Al Mamzar. More than 2,000 athletes from 57 nationalities have already signed up; there’s a new Olympic distance and relay teams for the first time, and spectator entry is free all weekend.
Organised by the Professional Triathletes Organisation (PTO), Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) and Dubai Sports Council, the event is the penultimate stop on the nine-race T100 Race to Qatar.
More than 2,000 athletes already signed up
With about six weeks to go, the field is still one of the most international. Athletes from 57 nationalities have entered, and more than a third are coming back from previous editions. Last year’s event at Meydan drew more than 3,000 triathletes and over 15,000 spectators across the weekend.
A New Coastal Setting with Iconic Skyline Views
The move to Al Mamzar Beach and Parklands puts the whole weekend in a single venue on Dubai’s coastline.
Athletes on the bike course will ride out through Al Hamriya Port and Dubai Islands before climbing the Infinity Bridge. From there, the route passes Port Rashid and the Queen Elizabeth 2, with views of the Dubai Frame and Burj Khalifa, before looping back to Al Mamzar. The run takes participants through the shaded pathways of Al Mamzar Park and along its newly opened corniche footpath.
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An all-female pro race
Dubai’s professional race will be women-only this year. Under the new T100 format, male and female pros race four individual T100 weekends before coming together for the Qatar T100 Triathlon World Championship Final on 10 to 12 December.
Twenty of the world’s best professional women will race in Dubai, competing for crucial tour points ahead of the final. The start list will be announced in the coming weeks.
Which race is right for you?
The amateur programme is bigger than ever, with a new Olympic distance and relay options for the Olympic and Sprint races.
| Race | Swim | Bike | Run | Relay? | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sprint | 750m | 20km | 5km | Yes | First-timers |
| Olympic (new) | 1.5km | 40km | 10km | Yes | Stepping up from Sprint |
| 100km (T100) | 2km | 80km | 18km | No | Experienced age-groupers |
- New Olympic distance: the benchmark triathlon distance, and a natural step up for anyone who has done a Sprint.
- Relays: new for 2026. Split the swim, bike and run between friends or colleagues in the Sprint or Olympic race.
- Youth aquathlons: swim-and-run races for younger athletes also run across the weekend.
“Moving to Al Mamzar gives us a single venue for the whole weekend, and with the new Olympic distance as well as relay options for the Sprint and Olympic, there has never been an easier way into the event, whatever your level,” said Sam Renouf, CEO of the PTO.
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Part of the 10th Dubai Fitness Challenge
Race weekend once again falls within the Dubai Fitness Challenge (30×30), which marks its 10th edition in 2026. Running from 31 October to 29 November, the citywide initiative launched by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum encourages residents and visitors to do 30 minutes of activity a day for 30 days.
The Dubai T100 is a flagship event in the challenge, combining elite international racing with races open to every fitness level.
“As part of the tenth edition of Dubai Fitness Challenge, the event captures exactly what 30×30 stands for: a world-class sport inspiring people of all ages and abilities across Dubai to get active and take on a challenge of their own,” said His Excellency Saeed Hareb, Secretary General of Dubai Sports Council.
Event Details & Registration
- Dates: 13 to 15 November 2026
- Location: Al Mamzar Beach and Parklands, Dubai
- Races: 100km, Olympic, Sprint, Olympic and Sprint relays, and youth aquathlons
- Pro race: women only, 20 athletes
- Spectators: free entry all weekend
- Registration: open now at t100triathlon.com/dubai/participate
Frequently asked questions
When is the Dubai T100 Triathlon 2026?
The Dubai T100 Triathlon Weekend runs from 13 to 15 November 2026 at Al Mamzar Beach and Parklands.
Is it free to watch the Dubai T100?
Yes. Spectator entry to Al Mamzar is free across the whole race weekend.
What race distances are there at the Dubai T100?
There are three: the Sprint (750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run), the new Olympic distance (1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run) and the 100km (2km swim, 80km bike, 18km run). Relays are available for the Sprint and Olympic races.
Can beginners enter the Dubai T100?
Yes. The Sprint is designed for first-timers, and you can also enter the Sprint or Olympic relay as part of a team, doing just one of the three legs.
Why is there no men’s pro race in Dubai this year?
Under the new T100 format, men and women each race four individual weekends before meeting at the Qatar T100 World Championship Final on 10 to 12 December. Dubai is one of the women’s stops, with 20 top professionals racing.
How do I register for the Dubai T100?
Registration for all amateur races is open at t100triathlon.com/dubai/participate.
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