GOV GAMES is a series of physical and mental challenges that bring together people from the UAE and beyond. A unique initiative, the games reinforce team spirit and collaborative work between friends, colleagues, and government sectors from across the world. Launched in 2018 by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council, the GOV GAMES has been getting better and stronger every year.

Purpose ofGov Games

01
Together

We are the building blocks of our community.

02
Inspire

Sports bring out the best in us, let’s find our motivation and inspiration.

03
Tolerance

We honor our city; it’s diversity and it's unity.

04
One Spirit

To celebrate what makes us different and what makes us the same. #1Team1Spirit.

Participating Categories

Battle of the Government

The Government entities category for men and women brings together the strongest teams in the Battle of the Government to compete for the title of Gov Games champion.

500+
Participants
1
Event
84
Teams

Battle of the Community

Following the Qualifications, the strongest teams in the Community Games category will come together for the Battle of the Community at Gov Games. Only one team will emerge victorious on the field.

150+
Participants
1
Event
27
Teams

Battle of the Cities

Dubai is the ultimate destination to welcome teams from different cities to compete in Battle of the Cities category. International cities will be competing again in this highly anticipated event.

168+
Participants
28
International Cities
28
Teams

Battle of the Juniors

"Battle of the Juniors" is a new category that showcases the energy and potential of our youngest contenders, aged 10 to 13.

195+
Participants
1
Event
28
Teams

Obstacles

Gruelling challenges the teams must overcome to reach the finale

We all have mountains to climb, but we don’t have to climb them alone. Let’s overcome our fears together.

Let’s explore the strength within us.

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Event Details

The event is open to the public for all teams.

29 Feb to 3 March 2024