DIMC 2025-2026 Season Calendar
18 days to goDubai International Marine Club (DIMC) presents an action-packed 2025–2026 season showcasing traditional dhow sailing, offshore powerboating, aquabike racing, kitesurfing, kayaking, fishing and more across Dubai’s coastline. This calendar celebrates the city’s maritime heritage alongside cutting-edge watersports, welcoming athletes, families and fans to a series of high-energy competitions at iconic locations including Dubai Offshore Sailing Club, Dubai Harbour, Dubai Islands and Al Jaddaf.
From dazzling offshore powerboat races to heritage dhow regattas and vibrant community initiatives, every event is designed to thrill spectators and participants alike.
Upcoming events:
| Date | Race | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 11–12 October | 43ft Dubai Traditional Dhow Sailing Race | Dubai Offshore Sailing Club |
| 18–19 October | 43ft Dubai Traditional Dhow Sailing Race | Dubai Offshore Sailing Club |
| 1–2 November | 60ft Dubai Traditional Dhow Sailing Race | Dubai Offshore Sailing Club |
| 29–30 November | 60ft Dubai Traditional Dhow Sailing Race | Dubai Offshore Sailing Club |
| 8–9 November | Dubai Traditional Rowing Race | Al Jaddaf |
| 15–16 November | Dubai Traditional Rowing Race | Al Jaddaf |
| 27 November | UAE National Day Celebration | DIMC, Dubai |
| 6–7 December | UAE Modern Sailing Championship | Dubai Islands |
| 6–7 December | UAE Rowing Championship | Dubai Islands |
| 1–7 December | Oceanman Swim World Final 2025 | Dubai Offshore Sailing Club |
| 12–14 December | UIM XCAT World Series – Dubai GP | Dubai Offshore Sailing Club |
| 20–21 January | 22ft Dubai Traditional Dhow Sailing Race | Dubai Offshore Sailing Club |
| 23–25 January | Dubai Aquabike Championship – Heat 1 | Dubai Islands |
| 24–25 January | Dubai Kayak Boats Fishing Competition | Dubai Islands |
| 16–25 January | Dubai Kitesurf Competition | Dubai Islands |
| 4–7 February | Dubai Fishing Competition – Heat 1 | DIMC, Dubai |
| 13–15 February | Dubai Aquabike Championship – Heat 2 | Dubai Islands |
| 27 February | Ramadan Iftar at DIMC | DIMC, Dubai |
| 28–29 March | UAE Modern Sailing Championship | Dubai Islands |
| 28–29 March | Dubai Kayak Boats Fishing Competition – Heat 2 | Dubai Islands |
| 28–29 March | Dubai Standup Paddling & Kayak Race | Dubai Islands |
| 28 March–5 April | Dubai Kitesurf Competition – Heat 2 | Dubai Islands |
| 8–11 April | Dubai Fishing Competition – Heat 2 | DIMC, Dubai |
| 8–12 April | Dubai International Boat Show 2026 | Dubai Harbour |
| 10 April | Dubai International Boat Show – Night Show 2026 | Dubai Harbour |
| 24 April–17 May | 35th Al Gaffal 60ft Traditional Dhow Sailing Race | Sir Bu Nair to Jumeirah Beach, Dubai |