Zayed Sports City, located in the heart of Abu Dhabi, stands as the UAE’s premier destination for sports, recreation, and entertainment. Home to world-class venues and cutting-edge facilities, it hosts an incredible range of events; from international football and tennis tournaments to thrilling figure skating shows and bowling championships.
Its landmark venues - including Zayed Sports City Stadium, the International Tennis Centre, Khalifa International Bowling Centre, Zayed Sports City Ice Rink, the Pavilion, and numerous outdoor courts and pitches - are designed to serve both daily users and global events.
Operated by Oak View Group Middle East, Zayed Sports City is deeply rooted in community, ready to host the region’s biggest moments.
OUR LEGACY
Zayed Sports City, located in the heart of Abu Dhabi, stands as the UAE’s premier destination for sports, recreation, and entertainment. Home to world-class venues and cutting-edge facilities, it hosts an incredible range of events; from international football and tennis tournaments to thrilling figure skating shows and bowling championships.
Its landmark venues - including Zayed Sports City Stadium, the International Tennis Centre, Khalifa International Bowling Centre, Zayed Sports City Ice Rink, the Pavilion, and numerous outdoor courts and pitches - are designed to serve both daily users and global events.
Operated by Oak View Group Middle East, Zayed Sports City is deeply rooted in community, ready to host the region’s biggest moments.
ZAYED SPORTS CITY STADIUM
With a seating capacity of 40,000 and the ability to accommodate up to 60,000 guests for standing events, the stadium offers the scale, flexibility, and expertise required to host world-class events of every kind. Over the years, it has delivered countless moments that have shaped the UAE’s sporting and cultural history.
The venue has hosted multiple editions of the FIFA Club World Cup, featuring some of football’s biggest names, including FC Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Inter Milan. In 2019, Zayed Sports City Stadium made global headlines as it hosted three landmark occasions: the AFC Asian Cup, the Special Olympics World Games opening and closing ceremonies, and the historic Papal Visit, which welcomed more than 100,000 visitors.
In recent years, Zayed Sports City Stadium has evolved into a leading destination for concerts, festivals, and major entertainment events. In a remarkable start to 2025, the venue welcomed over 200,000 attendees across four sold-out nights of Coldplay’s 'Music of the Spheres World Tour' earning recognition in Pollstar’s Top 50 Stadiums Worldwide, ranking 11th in gross sales and 13th in ticket sales.
Today, Zayed Sports City Stadium continues to build on its rich legacy, proudly hosting world-class events that inspire, entertain, and unite audiences from across the globe.
44,260
seat capacity
100/100
FIFA rated pitch
19,190m2
grass surface
INTERNATIONAL TENNIS CENTRE
With the ability to welcome 5,000 seated guests in center court, and an additional eight outdoor tennis courts, which were recently renovated, are used by both professional and day-to-day players. The courts are also home to the Zayed Sports City Tennis Programme, which offers structured coaching and programmes for players of all levels and all ages.
The venue gained global recognition as the long-time home of the Mubadala World Tennis Championship, attracting world No. 1 players, multiple Grand Slams champions, and top-ranked competitors year after year. It has hosted legends such as Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, Serena Williams, Roger Federer, Emma Raducanu, Carlos Alcaraz, and many more, adding to its reputation as a stage for elite-level tennis in the Middle East. More recently, it became the new home of the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open, a WTA 500 tournament that brings some of the top female players in the world to the capital each year.
The complex includes three outdoor padel courts, which are growing in popularity and recently used for social matches and community tournaments. It also includes three basketball courts, which were recently renovated by ADQ to meet NBA standards, offering an elevated experience for basketball players.
9
outdoor tennis courts
5,089
seat capacity
600m2
indoor event space
3
basketball courts
3
padel courts
KHALIFA INTERNATIONAL BOWLING CENTRE
A landmark facility within Zayed Sports City's grounds, the Khalifa International Bowling Centre is one of Abu Dhabi's most established destinations for recreational and competitive indoor sports, welcoming close to 30,000 visitors monthly.
The venue features 40 professional bowling lanes built to international standards, with seating for over 900 spectators and a layout that supports both casual play and professional tournaments. Over the years, it has hosted numerous regional and international competitions.
Beyond the lanes, the venue is a popular hub for social activities and indoor sports, with dedicated areas for billiards, and table tennis welcoming casual players and enthusiasts.
40
WBA World Bowling lanes
928
seat capacity
4
restaurants
ZAYED SPORTS CITY ICE RINK
Zayed Sports City Ice Rink is one of the UAE's leading venues for ice sports, offering a full-sized Olympic-standard rink that supports figure skating, ice hockey and recreational skating.
Home to the Zayed Sports City Ice Skating Programme, the facility plays a key role in developing young skaters with tailored programmes and sessions led by our experienced coaches.
The venue also serves as a base for a local hockey team and league, supporting the growth of the sport in the region. With multiple practice sessions a day, and matches over the weekend, the rink remains a hub for both player development and competitive action.
1,280
seat capacity
1,860 m2
ice surface
PAVILLION
Located within the International Tennis Center, The Pavillion is a fully enclosed, glass-paneled venue designed to deliver premium hospitality experiences and private functions in the heart of Zayed Sports City.
Spanning 600 square meters, the space offers a flexible layout ideal for corporate bookings, private gatherings, sponsor activations, workshops, and more. It is frequently activate during major events at the International Tennis Centre, providing a climate-controlled setting for VIP guests, partners and media.
Whether integrated into a larger event or used as a standalone space, The pavilion delivers exclusivity, comfort, and versatility in a private setting.
600 m2
Space
TRAINING PITCHES
Zayed Sports City is home to one of the most expansive and diverse outdoor sports complexes in the region, offering a wide range of professional-grade facilities suitable for training, competition, and recreational play.
The site features 18 natural grass football pitches, accommodating both 7 a-side and 11 a-side formats, with select fields also used for rugby training and matches. One of the main pitches includes a dedicated 1,000-seat spectator stand and an integrated running track, making it ideal for events with attendees.
The grounds also include volleyball courts, and softballand baseball pitches that are actively used by teams participating in a local league throughout the season.
500
seat capacity
3
regulation rugby pitches
upcoming latest
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