Monday, January 26 – 28
Venue: Dubai Police Officers Club
Start: 8 am
This issue of sport decreasing crime has numerous dimensions based on the fields of security, social sciences, psychology, media and economics, requiring deep study and specialised research. The overall aim is to find scientific solutions for the malaise sports is suffering in many countries around the world. DPGH therefore invites scholars, researchers, and experts to participate in the Fifth International Conference, titled “Sports vs. Crime – Sports without Delinquency”.
Website: Sport Versus Crime
Thursday, January 29
Dubai World Cup Carnival 2015 (Race 4)
Venue: Meydan Racecourse
Start: 6:45 PM
A battle between the world's best horses, jockeys and trainers, Dubai World Cup Carnival will feature a series of nine highly-competitive race meetings. The Dubai World Cup Carnival attracts the most famous stars of the international racing scene, with the finale – the Dubai World Cup – set to be held on March 28, 2015 taking the title of the world's richest race meeting.
Website: Dubai World Cup
Thursday, January 29 – 31
Dubai Show Jumping Championship 2015
Venue: Emirates Equestrian Centre
Don’t miss this opportunity to see elite international show jumpers and their horses in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere at the Dubai Show Jumping Championship 2015, which forms part of the region-wide Arab League and attracts top international riders from all over the world. Visitors will enjoy a variety of family entertainment and activities including food and beverage stands, pony rides, activities for children and prizes.
Website: Emirates Equestrian Centre
Thursday, January 29 – 31
Dubai International Kite Fest 2015
Venue: Jumeirah Beach
Start: 8 am
An action-packed aerial show of sheer magnificence will see international kite flying teams perform synchronized Kite flying, sports Kite flying, Kite surfing, Kite buggying, Kite boarding, fly boarding wake boarding and night Kite flying with illumination. Apart from this there will be several other thrills on the beach like face painting, kite making workshop, balloon benders, portrait artists, spot photography, food courts, music and dance performances to make it a perfect fun day out for families.
Thursday, January 29 – February 01
Omega Dubai Desert Classics 2015
Venue: Emirates Golf Club
The Omega Dubai Desert Classic is a PGA European Tour sanctioned event featuring a $2.5 million USD prize pool. Held at the same time and place every year, the Omega Dubai Desert Classic attracts some of the biggest names in golf. In 2014 the event celebrated its 25th anniversary with many past winners returning to play in the tournament with the likes of Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy taking on the eventual winner Stephen Gallacher.
Website: Dubai Desert Classic
Friday, January 25 – February 6
Dubai Polo Gold Cup Series (Silver Cup) 2015
Venue: Dubai Polo and Equestrian Club, Arabian Ranches
The Dubai Polo Gold Cup 2015 is held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Maktoum Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai. Set in the stunning surroundings of the Dubai Polo and Equestrian Club at the Arabian Ranches, this event will present the world's best polo teams and players who will battle it out for the prize. This final event will be held on February 23 at noon. Dine in the VIP stands, bring your friends for a picnic on the lush lawns, or party to the beats in the tent.
Website: Dubai Polo Gold Cup
