See the region’s finest horses compete at the UAE’s most resplendent racetrack.
One of the most glamorous and lucrative horse races in the world, the Dubai World Cup will be held on April 5, 2025. The opulent 
Meydan Racecourse is ready to receive dignitaries, high-ranking Emiratis, and horse racing fans from around the world.
Global Air Charters has years of experience offering bespoke flights to the Middle East. Our clients travel to the United Arab Emirates to see golf tournaments, Formula 1 grands prix, and international yachting expos. With our institutional knowledge of airports, FBOs, and concierge services, we can guarantee a seamless and luxurious arrival in Dubai for a weekend of glamour at the horse track.
Contact our flight coordinators now to arrange your private charter to Dubai. Here’s how to spend the weekend while you’re there.
A Day at the Races
A $30.5 million purse will draw the finest thoroughbreds from around the region. There will be nine races on the day, eight for
thoroughbreds and one for purebred Arabian horses.
The racetrack has all the amenities you would expect for a grand showcase in Dubai. But if you’re looking for the best race day experience, several VIP packages and private suites are offered. You can book spots in one of their several on-site restaurants. These packages offer free-flowing champagne, multiple meal services, and the best views of the track.
Where to Stay
There are almost too many choices for luxury lodging in Dubai. The UAE is well-practiced in the art of hospitality, regularly catering to the world’s business and government elites. But to attend this race, a couple of options stand out.
The Meydan Racecourse grounds feature a five-star hotel. The Meydan Hotel offers views of the racetrack, a rooftop infinity pool, and a fully floodlit nine-hole championship golf course.
If you want to stay closer to the water, you can’t beat the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab. It’s the Middle East’s most famous hotel for a reason. Enjoy Michelin-starred dining and unbeatable views of the coast.
Explore Dubai City
The Meydan Racecourse is set back from the city center, so make sure to venture into the heart of this extraordinary city. Take in the entire town from the observation deck on the top of the Burj Khalifa, the tallest skyscraper in the world. While you’re there, have dinner at Armani Ristorante, an exquisite Italian restaurant on the lower level of the tower in the Armani Hotel Dubai. Ask for a window seat to get views of the fountain.
If you can’t see it from your table, go to the Dubai Fountain after your meal to see water jets shooting 500 feet in the air to a choreographed musical spectacle. Then walk over to the adjacent Dubai Mall to browse outposts from over 200 of the most sought-after luxury brands.
Other Events in Dubai
Go a week early and celebrate the end of Ramadan in Dubai. The holiday of Eid Al Fitr (March 30–April 1, 2025) is always a huge party in Dubai, with festive displays, bright lights, shopping, and feasting.
The Polo Masters Cup (March 31–April 4, 2025) will take place at Al Habtoor Polo Resort and Club. See the region’s leading polo clubs competing in a much-anticipated tournament. The real sights might be off the field, as the fashion and social scene at the tournament is almost as fierce as the polo.
The InClassica International Music Festival (April 6–21, 2025) is a delight for classical music fans. Some of the brightest operatic and symphonic talents from around the world gather at the Dubai Opera for two weeks of remarkable performances, including solo recitals, chamber music, and full symphonic concerts.
Dubai World Cup Horse Race
Early April is a lovely time to visit Dubai. The weather hasn’t yet reached the blistering temps of summer, and the city won’t be as packed with tourists as it is in mid-winter. If you want to see this thrilling race and the other sights of the city, contact our flight coordinators to reserve your airframe!
