nov. 19 - 22, 2026

2026 Abu Dhabi Spartan World Championship Weekend

Al Wathba, Al Wathba South 56620, Abu Dhabi, UAE, AE

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World Championship

Experience the pinnacle of OCR as elite athletes from around the globe compete for Spartan supremacy in this iconic event.

Desert Challenge

Push your limits on a unique, dune-filled course set in the heart—and heat—of the desert. It’s a test of grit like no other.

Prime Location

Located just a 30-minute drive from Abu Dhabi, this extraordinary venue is both accessible and unforgettable.

CHALLENGE A FRIEND

nov. 19 - 21

Sprint 5K
20 OBSTACLES

starting price

GREAT FOR TEAMS

nov. 22

Super 10K
25 OBSTACLES

starting price

TEST THE MIND & BODY

nov. 21

Beast 21K
30 OBSTACLES

Registration for the Beast course will count toward three different titles: the Beast World Championship, the MEA Championship, and the UAE Championship.

starting price

FAMILY FUN

nov. 21

KIDS RACE 1-3km
+OBSTACLES

starting price

CHEER FROM THE SIDELINES

nov. 19

SPECTATORS

nov. 22

3K TEAM RELAY

Elite Team Relay Championship

starting price

$449

$170 in savings

Trifecta Pass

3 Epic U.S. Races in '26: Sprint/Stadion, Super, Beast

All Heat Access

Free Spectator Passes

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about the event

Spartan is back again to the culturally rich and visually intoxicating dunes of Abu Dhabi, UAE for the 2026 Spartan World Championship hosted by Abu Dhabi Sports Council. Festivities will include a myriad of local traditions and flavor, including local fare, cultural demonstrations, and some good ole fashion dune buggies.

The Spartan World Championship weekend will include a variety of different World Championship races. A select group of top elites will battle for the 3K Elite World Championship title, while Elite and Age Group racers looking for a more grueling challenge will take on the qualification-based 21K Beast Championships. In addition to competing for the Beast World Championship title, athletes will also compete on the Beast course for the MEA Championship and UAE Championship titles.

There's Sprint and Super races, too, including a women's and co-ed night Sprint, and even a 3k Elite Team Relay, where co-ed teams of three come out to represent their country and fight for the top podium spot. For details on all qualification requirements, head to the FAQ to learn more. Don’t miss this once in a lifetime race opportunity.

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