ABOUT
When a city becomes a playground
Kalba Sports Festival 2026 — nine days of competition and community events on the Kalba Corniche, Emirate of Sharjah.
13 official sports
From football and community volleyball to jiu-jitsu and kayak — official competitions across four categories.
Schools challenge
Five days of knowledge, sports and creative challenges for students and their families.
Community events
Health workshops, family games and entertainment for everyone throughout the festival.
Safety & organization
Run by the Sharjah Sports Council with police, civil defence and medical teams on site.