One month to go until the Hero Dubai Desert Classic

The 36th edition of the Hero Dubai Desert Classic is set to be a landmark event, featuring a stellar lineup of golf superstars. Defending champion Rory McIlroy, aiming for a record fifth Dallah Trophy, will be joined by European Ryder Cup star Tommy Fleetwood and double Major champion Jon Rahm, who will be making his tournament debut.

Beyond the world-class golf, attendees can look forward to enhanced spectator and F&B experiences such as “The Social on Sixteen” and family-friendly entertainment with the FamilyBeatz mini-festival, ensuring a memorable experience for all.

Star-Studded Lineup:
Dubai resident Fleetwood and ten-time DP World Tour winner Rahm, will join defending champion McIlroy at the Emirates Golf Club from January 16-19, 2025.

Rahm, making his debut at the event, aims to add to his impressive record in Dubai, having previously won the DP World Tour Championship in 2017, 2019, and 2022 at Jumeirah Golf Estates.

Tyrrell Hatton and Jon Rahm – Andrew Redington

Additionally, players Akshay Bhatia, Tyrrell Hatton, Adam Scott, and Robert MacIntyre, announced on December 10th, will further elevate the tournament’s stellar field.

New Spectator & F&B Ticket / Experience – The Social on Sixteen:
Introducing “The Social on Sixteen,” a brand-new ticket option situated at the popular vantage point overlooking the 16th green of the Majlis Course. This package offers unlimited beverages and a selection of premium casual dining options all for only 695aed.

This new F&B package and venue gives fans a vibrant atmosphere to catch the action while enjoying a day of fun, food, drinks, and socializing with friends. Limited tickets are available.

Tournament Town at Hero Dubai Desert Classic

Tournament Town:
The lively Tournament Town will feature exciting activities and entertainment for all ages, including live music, arts and crafts, face painting, calligraphy, and caricature artists, as well as eco-friendly workshops at the Sustainability Corner, whimsical performances by acts like The Juggle Brothers and The Goofy Golfers, glitter, floral displays and more.

There will also be a variety of food and beverage options including well-loved home-grown brands such as Vietnamese foodies and SALT that will cater to every taste, adding to the vibrant, festive atmosphere. Enjoy live music, food and drink with friends and family free of charge until 11 pm.

Family Friday-FamilyBeatz:
On Friday, January 17, 2025, within Tournament Town to celebrate Family Friday, there will be Dubai’s first family-friendly rave – FamilyBeatz – will take place at the iconic Emirates Golf Club between 3 pm and 6 pm.

This family-friendly event with fun competitions, special DJs, bubbles and lots more, provides a fun, safe and inclusive environment for families to enjoy music and a fun afternoon after they finish school, with a focus on entertaining children under 8, though all ages are welcome.

Ticket Options:

The event offers free general admission tickets.
NEW for 2025 “The Social on Sixteen” experience – at AED695 for inclusive drinks and a selection of premium dining options at our new venue on the 16th hole.
Dallah Lounge Hospitality’s limited hospitality packages include premium all-inclusive packages, live cooking stations and prime views over the 18th hole from AED2,000.
For more details and ticket purchases head to dubaidesertclassic.com and via the Hero Dubai Desert Classic app on the App Store or Google Play.

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