Dubai World Cup and Zuma Restaurant Unveil Landmark Collaboration

Dubai World Cup and Zuma Restaurant Unveil Landmark Collaboration
An unprecedented partnership bringing one of the world’s biggest restaurants to the world’s most spectacular race day.

Dubai Racing Club is proud to announce a game-changing collaboration with the internationally acclaimed Zuma Restaurant, elevating the 30th running of the Dubai World Cup on Saturday, 28 March 2026 with a VIP experience unlike anything seen before in global horseracing.

For the first time, Zuma—one of the most recognisable and influential restaurant brands on the planet—will curate and host the Royal Enclosure Majlis by Zuma, creating a new pinnacle of hospitality at Meydan Racecourse. This partnership marks a major moment for both Dubai’s racing landscape and its luxury lifestyle scene, bringing together two icons of excellence for an experience that is set to become instantly legendary.

A First-of-Its-Kind Racing x Culinary Collaboration

The Royal Enclosure Majlis by Zuma represents the fusion of world-class racing and world-class dining at a scale unprecedented in the region. Guests will enjoy:

• An exclusive, bespoke Zuma dining experience crafted only for Dubai World Cup guests
• Private chauffeur service and exclusive entry via the Royal Enclosure Bridge
• Premium Majlis lounges featuring luxurious leather seating and elevated race viewing
• Signature free-flowing premium beverages
• Unrestricted access to the Parade Ring and Saddling Garden, placing guests at the heart of racing’s most electric moments

This is not simply a hospitality upgrade — it is the redefinition of what a VIP race day can be.

Zuma has become synonymous with modern luxury dining since opening its first restaurant in London in 2002. Now operating nearly 30 locations worldwide, the brand has shaped culinary culture across London, New York, Dubai, Hong Kong and beyond. Its arrival in the Royal Enclosure at Meydan Racecourse marks one of the most significant restaurant partnerships ever seen in horseracing.

“Zuma is a powerhouse in the global dining scene and a true icon of Dubai’s lifestyle landscape,” said Ali Al Ali, CEO and Board Member, Dubai Racing Club. “To partner with such an influential brand for the Dubai World Cup’s 30th anniversary, and beyond, is not just exciting — it is transformational. Together, we are creating an experience that sets a new international benchmark for race day luxury.”

“The Dubai World Cup is a global stage, and we are honoured to bring the Zuma experience to such a defining moment in the city’s cultural calendar.” – David Smyczek, Managing Director – Zuma, Middle East & Turkey

The Royal Majlis by Zuma experience is available for AED 22,000 when purchased online. For bookings and more information, visit dubairacingclub.com.

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About Dubai Racing Club (DRC)

Founded in 1992 under the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Dubai Racing Club organises and hosts horseracing at Meydan Racecourse, from November to March, including the Dubai Racing Carnival and the Dubai World Cup – the world’s most spectacular race day, with a total prize money of US$ 30.5 million for the showcase of nine races, including US$ 12 million at stake in the title contest.

About Meydan Racecourse

Meydan Racecourse is the world’s largest integrated horseracing facility, home of the Dubai Racing Carnival and the spectacular Dubai World Cup race day, and centre of the city’s racing action and social scene. The iconic Grandstand is a half mile in length and can accommodate over 80,000 spectators.

About Zuma

Zuma was co-founded by Rainer Becker and Arjun Waney in 2002. Zuma London, the first restaurant to open, remains the brand’s homestead. Zuma has successfully launched several locations across the world including Hong Kong (2007), Dubai (2008), Istanbul (2008), Miami (2010), Bangkok (2011), Abu Dhabi (2014), New York (2015), Rome (2016), Las Vegas (2017), Boston (2019), Madrid (2021), Maldives (2022), Cannes (2024) and Riyadh (2024).

In addition to permanent restaurants, Zuma has a number of pop-up and seasonal venues in the most sought-after locations across the globe including: Datca Peninsula (Marmaris), Bodrum, Phuket, Kitzbühel, Ibiza, Mykonos, Porto Cervo, Saint-Tropez and Capri.

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About Dubai Racing Club (DRC)

Founded in 1992 under the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Dubai Racing Club organises and hosts horseracing at Meydan Racecourse, from November to March, including the Dubai Racing Carnival and the Dubai World Cup – the world’s most spectacular race day, with a total prize money of US$ 30.5 million for the showcase of nine races, including US$ 12 million at stake in the title contest.

About Meydan Racecourse

Meydan Racecourse is the world’s largest integrated horseracing facility, home of the Dubai Racing Carnival and the spectacular Dubai World Cup race day, and centre of the city’s racing action and social scene. The iconic Grandstand is a half mile in length and can accommodate over 80,000 spectators.

Visit Dubairacingclub.com to learn more and to buy tickets.