In December 2025, Dubai will become the beating heart of the global sports industry. The inaugural World Sports Summit will bring together elite athletes, decision-makers, tech pioneers, and investors for a visionary gathering. With a focus on innovation, sustainability, and future technologies, the summit aims to transform how sports are played, consumed, and financed — and Dubai is placing itself firmly at the center of this transformation.
It’s 7:00 AM and the sun casts a golden hue over the Al Wasl Dome. A group of young athletes sprint across an open-air track, while drones capture every motion from above. In the distance? The glittering skyline of Dubai, buzzing with anticipation. The city isn’t just warming up for another day — it’s getting ready to host the world.
In December 2025, Dubai will launch the first-ever World Sports Summit, a global event of unprecedented scale and ambition. Set to become an annual fixture, the summit will convene the brightest minds and biggest names in global sports, from Olympic legends and team owners to tech CEOs and government leaders.
Backed by the Dubai Sports Council and organized in partnership with Events360X and the Dubai World Trade Centre Authority, this summit is not just a conference—it’s a catalyst. A place where ideas, innovation, and opportunity collide.
“We want to reshape the global dialogue on sport,” says Saeed Hareb, Secretary General of the Dubai Sports Council. “This summit is where the future of sport will be imagined and built.”
The agenda? Nothing short of revolutionary. Key topics include:
The exhibition space will feature a dedicated ‘Future of Sport’ zone, showcasing cutting-edge innovations—from smart wearables that track hydration in real-time to interactive VR arenas where fans become players.
Dubai’s role is more than that of host. With sports already contributing over 2% to the UAE’s GDP and a market value exceeding $3.3 billion, the summit is a strategic move to boost growth, attract foreign investment, and establish Dubai as the world’s most dynamic sports hub.
The World Sports Summit 2025 is expected to create a ripple effect across Dubai’s real estate and investment landscape. Major international events fuel demand for:
Areas near Downtown, Business Bay, and Sheikh Zayed Road are already seeing increased investor interest. Real estate experts predict a spike in both rental yields and appreciation rates leading up to and following the summit. For investors looking to align with Dubai’s growing reputation as a global sports and lifestyle capital, the time to act is now.
