Emirates Dubai Sail Grand Prix
On 21–22 November 2026 the SailGP fleet races at Mina Rashid in Dubai, a few days before the Dubai International Boat Show opens. An independent guide: the format, how to watch, and getting out on the water yourself.
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The course
- A short inshore course of a few minutes per lap, laid close to the shore at Mina Rashid so the boats stay in view.
Where to watch
- The ticketed grandstand on the Mina Rashid waterfront is the main place to watch.
- Spectator boats are kept outside the race area; check the organiser’s rules before taking a boat out.
What to expect
- F50 foiling catamarans flying above the water at high speed on a short course close to the shore.
- Several short races a day, so a single afternoon gives you the full spectacle.
- Spectator stands on the waterfront, sold as tickets by the organiser.
Plan your visit
- The organiser lists the event for 21–22 November 2026 at Mina Rashid; tickets are sold on the organiser’s site.
- The Dubai International Boat Show opens at Dubai Harbour on 25 November, so one trip can cover both.
- Checked October 2026; confirm times with the organiser before you go.
Sailing nearby: the Dubai coast
Dubai’s marinas (Dubai Harbour, Dubai Marina and Mina Rashid) are the bases for day sails along the coast past the Palm Jumeirah.
Leisure boats in the UAE need the right licence and registration, and some areas are restricted; ask your marina for the current rules. Checked October 2026.
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