DP World Tour Championship gears up for action-packed week

With just 10 days until the season-ending showdown at Jumeirah Golf Estates, the DP World Tour Championship, Dubai is set to deliver an unforgettable experience both on and off the course as the world's best golfers battle for glory from November 13-16.

Defending champion and reigning Race to Dubai champion Rory McIlroy will lead a star-studded field of the top 50 players on the Race to Dubai Rankings at the Earth course, including Marco Penge, Tyrrell Hatton, Tommy Fleetwood and Shane Lowry, as they compete for the final Rolex Series title of the season.

Away from the on-course action, the Championship Village - which this year is partly solar-powered - will be buzzing with energy, offering a wide range of new activities and entertainment to keep fans engaged throughout the week.

Alongside the return of the much-loved Ladies Day on November 15 and Family Day on November 16, fans will also have the chance to try their hand at the world’s fastest-growing sport - padel.

In collaboration with Dubai Premier Padel, guests can enjoy free lessons and activations across all four tournament days. For those seeking something more relaxing, there will be daily mat Pilates sessions.

One of the UAE’s favourite children’s entertainers, Magic Phil, will delight young fans on Family Day with two live performances and a meet-and-greet session, ensuring plenty of fun for all ages.

Parents can also take advantage of exclusive food and beverage offers for their little ones throughout the day.

The Championship Village will be the place for fans to win exclusive tournament merchandise, thanks to House of Pops’ “Swing Pop” competition.

The fun doesn’t end there. At The Greatest Bar on Earth, located adjacent to the 17th hole, Ticket+ holders can enjoy live music after play concludes on Friday and Saturday.

Local favourites Greg Pearson (Friday) and Dan Moores (Saturday) will perform from 4:45 pm to 6:15 pm. Fans with Ticket+ entry will also enjoy a prime vantage point of the 18th tee this year, thanks to the addition of a new viewing platform.

Meanwhile, the tournament’s Earth Lounge, located beside the 16th green, will feature a fresh new look with a mural by local abstract artist Rabab Tantawy.

Known for blending traditional mediums like oil paint with contemporary techniques such as spray art, Tantawy’s work adorns the exterior of the Premium Experience venue.

As part of the tournament’s commitment to sustainability and community impact, the DP World Tour Championship has partnered with Thrift for Good - a UAE-based social enterprise dedicated to rehoming, upcycling and recycling textiles to reduce waste and support children’s charity projects worldwide.

Collection points will be available from November 10-16 at the Welcome Tent, with an additional drop-off point open from November 3-9 at the Clubhouse.

Through this initiative, 100 per cent of profits from reselling contributed items will go directly to children’s charity projects around the world via Gulf for Good.

After attracting record weekend crowds last year - and with demand for tickets high once again – with Friday general admission sold out - fans are encouraged to secure their General Admission tickets early at dpwtc.com.

Weekend tickets start from AED 190, while entry on Thursday and Friday is free of charge.

Fans looking for an elevated experience can choose from a variety of premium hospitality options, but should act quickly, as availability is limited.

Ticket+ for Saturday and Sunday is sold out, while Earth Lounge access is sold out for Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Championship Chalet tickets for Sunday are also sold out.

Fans are also advised that due to an ongoing development within the Jumeirah Golf Estates community, there will be limited public parking available for this year’s DP World Tour Championship.

To help manage access and maintain a smooth arrival experience for all spectators, a nominal parking fee will apply from Thursday, November 13 to Sunday, November 16, priced at AED 50 per car, when purchased in advance via dpwtc.com, and AED 80 per car when purchased upon arrival.

Complimentary parking will be available for ticket holders attending on November 10-11.

Proceeds from parking will be reinvested into sustainability-focused initiatives within the UAE, as part of the tournament’s ongoing commitment to creating a positive environmental impact.