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FAB Cycling Festival - Al Hudayriyat Island
The second edition of the FAB Cycling Festival is taking place on Abu Dhabi's Hudayriyat Island from Friday afternoon, 18th April to Sunday evening, 20th April. Movement makes memories – prepare for an exciting weekend filled with cycling adventures for all ages and skill levels.
From learn-to-ride programs for the little ones to adrenaline-pumping road and mountain bike racing on the main track, this festival promises a fun, unforgettable weekend of cycling activities for the entire family.
All activities and contests are FREE OF CHARGE. Don't miss out on amazing merchandise give-aways for all participants.
Event Location: Hudayriyat Island
DON'T MISS OUT ON THE BIKE RAFFLE. 1 WINNER WILL BE AWARDED EACH DAY OF THE FESTIVAL.
On Friday, April 18th, Saturday, April 19th and Sunday, April 20th, we will be announcing the winner for each bike raffle on the main stage in the event village in the evening between 7:30 and 8:00pm. All you need to do is:
Bike Rental: Should you require a bike for any of our cycling activities, you can rent one at Wolfi's Bike Rental by clicking here.
New and exciting venue map to come.
JUNIOR CYCLING CHALLENGE | FRIDAY AFTERNOON | ||
We are looking for the fastest junior rider. Race against other students and fight for the title of the best junior rider using the 5km loop. U9 = 5km | U11 = 10km or 20km | U15 = 20km | U17 = 20km.
Online registration necessary - Click here to register |
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RIDE FOR INCLUSION | FRIDAY AFTERNOON | ||
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Join in or cheer on our Ride for Inclusion participants. We welcome all People of Determination to take part in the Junior Cycling Challenge.
Online registration necessary - Click here to register |
FAB TAKE OVER COMMUNITY RIDE | FRIDAY EVENING | ||
Let's celebrate our passion for cycling all together! We're encouraging everyone to get on your bike and use your pedal power to join us and experience the beauty of Hudayriyat Island. Set off into the sunset together and enjoy a community ride with scenic views of Abu Dhabi's skyline.
Online registration necessary - Click here to register |
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LAST MAN STANDING | SATURDAY | ||
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A new event for 2025 raced over 10 laps of the 5km loop. Each lap gets progressively faster starting at 12 minutes, then 11, then 10, then 9:45, 9.10, 8.40, 8.40, 8.00, 7.40 and finishing in 7.10. Go too slow and you are out, go too fast trying to bank time and you get a penalty. This race is all about control and strategy until the all-out full gas last lap!
Online registration necessary - Click here to register |
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KIDS' ENTERTAINMENT ZONE OPEN | SATURDAY & SUNDAY | ||
Enjoy your cycling race or walk around the event village with no worries. Our professionals will be taking care of your kids. From face painters and bouncy castles to fun games like jenga and tik tac toe - your kids will not be bored for a single second.
On-site registration at the Abu Dhabi Cycling Club Car Park |
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YOGA CLASSES | SATURDAY & SUNDAY | ||
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Join us for a calm start to the day in the event village next to the main stage, for a fun Yoga Class. Mixed classes of 30 with 45 minute sessions will cover the basics of Yoga, with all levels welcome.
Online registration necessary - Click here to register |
CRITERIUM RACE IN REVERSE | FRIDAY EVENING (QUALIFYING) & SATURDAY AFTERNOON (FINALS) | ||
This is a mass start race around the closed 1km track with a duration of 15 minutes + 1 lap. Challenge yourself and others by attending the qualifying session on Friday evening which is distinguished by age groups. A total of 20 individuals will be able to take part in the finals at 18:30.
Online registration necessary - Click here to register |
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MOUNTAIN XC RACE | SATURDAY AFTERNOON | ||
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Come and test yourself on the green loop of Hudayriyat's Mountain Bike Course. A 21km route awaits you and your competitors.
Online registration necessary - Click here to register |
WOLFI'S CYCLING ACADEMY - COACH LED SESSION ON TRACK | SATURDAY & SUNDAY MORNING | ||
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It's time to conquer the track at Al Hudayriyat Island. Under the expert supervision of our coaches, you will embark on an exhilarating journey to hone your cycling skills to perfection. Please note that this session is not suitable for academic riders.
Online registration necessary - Click here to register |
MASTERCLASS SESSIONS | SATURDAY & SUNDAY | ||
Dive into the world of cycling and healthy eating! Our masterclasses are given by experienced professionals with 45 minute sessions covering areas from the mechanical field to healthy nutrition. Detailed information for each masterclass can be found on the registration page.
Online registration necessary - Click here to register |
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FAMILY / KIDS' FUN RELAY | SUNDAY MORNING | ||
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In teams of 4, engage in a challenging time trial that does not only include cycling, but also a scavenger hunt within the event village. An experience for the entire family! After cycling 1 lap of the 1km loop on the track, all team members must solve a fun task all together, which will lead them to their first puzzle piece.
Online registration necessary - Click here to register |
UAE'S MECHANICS' BUILD A BIKE CHALLENGE | SUNDAY MORNING | ||
Who is the king / queen of bike shops in the UAE? We invite all bicycle shops into the cycling challenge zone to assemble a bike from the box and ride it to the finish line. The team that builds the bike to meet the judge's approval with the fastest time wins.
Online registration necessary - Click here to register |
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CORPORATE ENGAGEMENT - RIDE OUT | SUNDAY AFTERNOON | ||
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We are in search of the most active company out there! Ride with your colleagues and peers on the beautiful Hudayriyat Cycle Track. The company with the most number of participants wins.
Online registration necessary - Click here to register |
CORPORATE TEAM RELAY | SUNDAY AFTERNOON | ||
Let's see the businesses compete against one-another! We invite all companies with a team of 4 to the main track and show their team spirit in a fun relay, where each member completes 1 lap of the 3km course before passing over their timing chip. Road bikes only - no time trial, fixed gear or track bikes or any additional handlebars allowed.
Online registration necessary - Click here to register |
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WOMEN MOVING FORWARD - RIDE OUT | SUNDAY MORNING AT 9AM | ||
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Join our experienced Women Moving Forward cycle coaches for a 10km social ride for adults of all ages. Meeting point will be at the WMF Activation Zone in the event village, where everyone will gather and go together to the main cycle track.
Online registration necessary for the Ride Along- Click here to register |