ZEST 2026 | Inter-School Sports Fest

Spirit &
Glory

More Than a

Tournament

ZEST brings schools together for a massive celebration of competition, sportsmanship, teamwork, and raw school spirit at the MAHE Dubai campus. It's not just about winning; it's about the legacy you leave on the court, the field, and the track.

// The Arenas

6 Sports.
1 Champion.

Boys & Girls Competitions

Boys Girls

Football

Boys Girls

Basketball

Volley
ball

Badmin
ton

Table Tennis

Chess

Major Sports

Schools per Category

Target Athletes

Trophies to Win

The Pursuit of

Greatness

Four award categories within every single sport. Only the elite will raise the trophy.

Girls

Runner-Up

Silver Medal

Girls

Champion

Gold Medal & Trophy

Boys

Champion

Gold Medal & Trophy

Boys

Runner-Up

Silver Medal

Why Step Onto
The Court?

Represent Your School

Wear your colors with pride and defend your school's legacy on a massive stage.

National Competition

Test your limits against the top athletes from schools across the entire UAE.

Build Teamwork

Forge unbreakable bonds with your teammates through high-stakes competition.

School Spirit

Experience the raw energy of cheering crowds and united school communities.

Championship Glory

Fight for the ultimate prize. Lift the trophy, take the medals, and make history.

Experience MAHE

Play in top-tier facilities at the MAHE Dubai campus and experience university life.

The Road to the
Finals

Phase 1

Register Your School

Secure your school's spot in the tournament by submitting the initial registration form.

Phase 2

Select Sports & Teams

Confirm which sports your school will participate in and the number of boys/girls teams.

Phase 3

Tournament Draw

Groups and fixtures are randomly drawn and schedules are officially released.

Game On

Competition Begins

Schools face off in group stages and knockout rounds across the MAHE campus.

The Climax

Finals & Awards

The last teams standing fight for gold. Medals and trophies are awarded to the champions.

Briefing
Room

Essential details for participating schools. Full rules and team requirements will be sent upon registration.

Get Full Info Pack

Event ZEST 2026 Inter-School Fest

Host MAHE, Dubai

Date November 2026

Categories Boys & Girls

Document Match Schedules & Draws

TBA

Document Rules & Regulations

TBA

One Festival. Many Schools.

One Community.

School Slot

// The Host Ground

Compete at
MAHE Dubai

Experience state-of-the-art sports facilities and vibrant university life. MAHE Dubai provides the perfect battleground for ZEST 2026, combining elite athletic infrastructure with an electric campus atmosphere.

Premium Indoor Courts
Expansive Outdoor Fields
True University Atmosphere

Bring Your School
To ZEST 2026

School Name *

Representative Name *

Official Email *

Contact Number *

Sports of Interest (Select multiple)

Football Basketball Volleyball Badminton Table Tennis Chess

Est. Boys Teams

Est. Girls Teams

Frequently Asked
Questions

Who can participate in ZEST?

ZEST 2026 is open to all recognized high schools in the UAE. Detailed age category restrictions will be provided in the official registration pack.

Are there separate competitions for boys and girls?

Yes, every sport features dedicated, separate tournaments and medal categories for both boys and girls teams.

Can a school register for multiple sports?

Absolutely. We encourage schools to bring a large contingent and compete across all six sporting categories to vie for the overall championship trophy.

Where and when does it take place?

The tournament will be hosted entirely at the MAHE Dubai campus in November 2026. Exact dates will be confirmed post-registration.

Where Schools Compete. Champions Rise.

More Than a

Tournament