The Corporate Games
Coming to Abu Dhabi, Hudayriyat Island
16, 17 & 18 January 2026
Register early and book your place
Get Ready For The 2nd Hudayriyat Corporate Games January 2026
The Hudayriyat Corporate Games is one of the largest corporate multisport events in the UAE, open to all corporate employees, regardless of gender, age, fitness level and organisation size.
The 2nd edition of the event is scheduled to take place on the 16th, 17th and 18th January 2026, on Hudayriyat Island and is expected to attract more than 3000 employees and executives from various corporate entities who will compete in over 20 different sports disciplines, over the three-day event in a fun and sporty environment.
The winning company in each sport discipline will earn points, and the company with the highest number of points will take the overall
championship trophy; being crowned the ‘Corporate Sports Team of the Year’.
What is the Hudayriyat Corporate Games?
The Hudayriyat Corporate Games mirrors the Dubai Corporate Games, that has been successfully running for the past 18 years and is organised by High Five Events. The Hudayriyat Corporate Games is brought to you by Hudayriyat Sports and High Five Events.
The core objective of this event is:
- To promote wellness, fitness, and a healthier lifestyle for corporate employees.
- To build unique bonds amongst the local corporate community.
- To offer an ideal networking platform for like-minded professionals.
Participation Benefit
The Games are an opportunity for participating companies to:
- Create excitement amongst employees.
- Promote a healthier lifestyle through sports and activity.
- Foster company pride and a sense of belonging.
- Boost morale and improve company teamwork.
- Provide a setting for networking and developing new business leads.
- Have fun with the team in an active atmosphere
Also Included
The Hudayriyat Corporate Games will also feature a whole range of activities for the families and friends of the participants:
- DJ, music, entertainment and special competitions for families
- Sponsors activations
- Food and beverages available throughout the event
- Dedicated children's activities and play area
- Closing ceremony
- And much more!
About Us
The Hudayriyat Corporate Games offer a wide range of sporting competitions and challenges to make the event as inclusive as possible.
Our Objective
We provide an unforgettable experience to participants, their colleagues and families in top-notch sports facilities. The event is a professional competition among the corporate companies, with multiple side activities to keep everyone engaged and entertained.
Our Mission
To promote wellness and an active lifestyle amongst corporates in Abu Dhabi, offering participants the opportunity to experience a top-notch sports competition, within a friendly and fun setting of Hudayriyat, and encourage employees to excel.
Our Sports
The Hudayriyat Corporate Games offer a wide range of sporting competitions and challenges to make the event as inclusive as possible.
FOOTBALL (7S)
FOOTBALL (7S)
Date : 17 Jan (Sat) - Group stage, 18 Jan (Sun) - Knockout stage
Time : 8.00 to 18.30
Venue : 321 Sports - Hudayriyat Island
Squad size : Up to 12 players
Format : Each company’s Team A enters the Group Stage directly. Any additional team (B, C, etc.) will first compete in a Knockout Qualifier, and the winners of this qualifier will join the Group Stage teams in the main event.
BASKETBALL (5S)
BASKETBALL (5S)
Date : 17 Jan (Sat) - Group stage, 18 Jan (Sun) - Knockout stage
Time : 8.00 to 18.30
Venue : 321 Sports - Hudayriyat Island
Squad size : Up to 12 players
Format : Each company’s Team A enters the Group Stage directly. Any additional team (B, C, etc.) will first compete in a Knockout Qualifier, and the winners of this qualifier will join the Group Stage teams in the main event.
VOLLEYBALL (4S)
VOLLEYBALL (4S)
Date : 17 Jan (Sat) - Group stage, 18 Jan (Sun) - Knockout stage
Time : 9.00 to 18.00
Venue : 321 Sports - Hudayriyat Island
Squad size : Up to 8 players
Format : Each company’s Team A enters the Group Stage directly. Any additional team (B, C, etc.) will first compete in a Knockout Qualifier, and the winners of this qualifier will join the Group Stage teams in the main event.
CRICKET (11S / 8OVERS)
CRICKET (11S / 8OVERS)
Date : 17 Jan (Sat) - Group stage, 18 Jan (Sun) - Knockout stage
Time : 8.00 to 18.30
Venue : 321 Sports - Hudayriyat Island
Squad size : Up to 16 players
Format : Straight knockout tournament 11 a - side - 8 overs per match.
TUG OF WAR (7S)
TUG OF WAR (7S)
Date : 17 Jan (Sat), 18 Jan (Sun)
Time : 14.00 to 18.30
Venue : 321 Sports - Hudayriyat Island
Squad size : Up to 10 people
Format : Straight knockout tournament
NETBALL (7S)
NETBALL (7S)
Date : 18 Jan (Sun)
Time : 14:00 onwards
Venue : 321 Sports - Hudayriyat Island
Squad size : Up to 12 players
Format : Final format will be finalized according to the number of teams entered
DRAGON BOAT RACING
DRAGON BOAT RACING
Date : 18 Jan (Sun)
Time : 10.30 to 14.00
Venue : Marsana, Hudayriyat Island
Squad size : Up to 12 people (10 in the boat)
Format : Heats followed by a Final Race for the Top 3
CYCLING (30 KM)
CYCLING
Date : 18 Jan (Sun)
Time : 8.30 to 10.30
Venue : Hudayriyat Island Cycling Track
Squad size : Individual
Format : Race - 30 Km
RUNNING (3 KM & 5 KM)
RUNNING
Date : 18 Jan (Sun)
Time : 7.00 - 8.30
Venue : Hudayriyat Island Cycling Track
Squad size : Individual
Format : Races of 3 Km and 5 Km
SWIMMING
SWIMMING
Date : 16 Jan (Fri)
Time : 17.00 - 20:00
Venue : 321 Sports Elite Building
Squad size : Individual (50m & 100m) + Mixed Relay
Format : Heats followed by Finals for 8 best times
KARTING
KARTING
Date : 18 Jan (Sun)
Time : 8:30 - 14:00
Venue : Yas Kartzone
Squad size : Up to 15 players per company
Format : Race
GOLF
GOLF
Date : 16 Jan (Fri) & 17 Jan (Sat) (if needed)
Time : 17.00 to 20.00
Venue : Abu Dhabi Golf Club
Squad size : Individual
Format : 9 holes - Evening Shotgun
FITNESS (ONE PULSE)
FITNESS (ONE PULSE)
Date : 17 Jan (Sat) - Individuals category, 18 Jan (Sun) - Teams category
Time : 11.00 to 17.30
Venue :321 Sports - Hudayriyat Island
Squad size : Individuals - Mixed teams of 3 (min 1 lady)
Format : Points collected at every station + best timing
OBSTACLE COURSE (SPARTAN)
OBSTACLE COURSE (SPARTAN)
Date : 18 Jan (Sun)
Time : 12.00 to 17.00
Venue : 321 Sports - Hudayriyat Island
Squad size : Individual
Format : Fastest Time based
FIFA PLAYSTATION
FIFA PLAYSTATION
Date : 17 Jan (Sat), 18 Jan (Sun)
Time : 9.00 to 18.00
Venue : 321 Sports - Hudayriyat Island
Squad size : Individual
Format : Straight Knockouts
BACKGAMMON
BACKGAMMON
Date : 17 Jan (Sat), 18 Jan (Sun)
Time : 9.00 to 18.00
Venue : 321 Sports - Hudayriyat Island
Squad size : Individual
Format : Straight Knockouts
CHESS
CHESS
Date : 17 Jan (Sat), 18 Jan (Sun)
Time : 9.00 to 18.00
Venue : 321 Sports - Hudayriyat Island
Squad size : Individual
Format : Straight Knockouts
FOOSBALL
FOOSBALL
Date : 17 Jan (Sat), 18 Jan (Sun)
Time : 9.00 to 18.00
Venue : 321 Sports - Hudayriyat Island
Squad size : Doubles
Format : Straight Knockouts
TENNIS (DOUBLES)
TENNIS
Date : 17 Jan (Sat), 18 Jan (Sun)
Time : 8.00 to 18.30
Venue : 321 Sports - Hudayriyat Island
Squad size : Doubles
Format : Straight knockout Played in 1 set only
BADMINTON (DOUBLES)
BADMINTON (DOUBLES)
Date :17 Jan (Sat), 18 Jan (Sun)
Time : 8.30 to 18.30
Venue : 321 Sports - Hudayriyat Island
Squad size : Doubles
Format : Straight Elimination round - 1 set first to 30 points Quarter finals to Finals - 21 points best of 3 sets
PADEL (DOUBLES)
PADEL (DOUBLES)
Date : 16 Jan (Fri), 17 Jan (Sat), 18 Jan (Sun)
Time : 18:00 - 21:00 (Fri), 8.30 to 18.30 (Sat & Sun)
Venue : 321 Sports - Hudayriyat Island
Squad size : Doubles
Format : Straight knockout Played in 1 set only
TABLE TENNIS
TABLE TENNIS
Date : 17 Jan (Sat), 18 Jan (Sun)
Time : 9.00 to 18.00
Venue : 321 Sports - Hudayriyat Island
Squad size : Individual
Format : Straight knockout tournament Played in best of 3 sets (to 11 points)
KEY STATISTICS HUDAYRIYAT CORPORATE GAMES 2024 EVENT
No Of Companies
Total Participants
Spectators
Sponsors/Partners
Female Participants
Nationalities
Trophies
Medals
Participating Companies in HCG 2024
We have worked hard to build an event that welcomes all kinds of different companies and organisations.
Here are the amazing companies that have previously taken part in Hudayriyat Corporate Games.
Testimonials
How To Win
Best Performing Company is the one that accumulates the highest total of points at the Games (1st place = 3 points, 2nd place = 2 points, 3rd place = 1 point).
Hard Work Pays Off
The main venue for the Hudayriyat Corporate Games is 321 Sports on Hudayriyat Island in Abu Dhabi. In addition to 321 Sports, there are two satellite venues, one for the karting competition and one for the golf competition.
SIGN UP!
Register your organisation for the 2nd edition of the Hudayriyat Corporate Games
PREPARE YOUR TEAM
Organise your team and start training for the biggest corporate sports event of the year!
Take Part!
Compete, push yourselves, work together, make new friends and have fun.
BE REWARDED!
Medals will be awarded to all of the winners in each sport discipline
Trophies will be awarded for:
Best Supported Company
Best Team Sport Award
Overall Championship Trophy
Hudayriyat Island
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
On behalf of EY I would like to thank you both for hosting us and giving us a chance to create so many competitive memories.
Usman Farooq Senior Associate