Going to Dubai 7s With Friends? How to Plan Your Journey Home 

Going to Dubai 7s with friends is easier when you plan your return journey in advance. The simplest option is to travel together in one car and arrange a professional driver to take your group and vehicle home after the event. This avoids the need for one friend to drive after a long day or for everyone to arrange separate taxis. Before attending the 2026 festival, scheduled for 27 to 29 November at The Sevens Stadium, agree on your transport, pickup point and drop-off locations. For event details, dates and activities, read our Dubai 7s 2026 guide.

What Is Dubai 7s?

Dubai 7s is an annual sports and entertainment festival held at The Sevens Stadium in Dubai. Rugby sevens is its main attraction, alongside other sports competitions, live music and family entertainment.

The 2026 event is scheduled for 27–29 November. Visitors can expect:

• Rugby competitions: Fast-paced rugby sevens matches featuring international teams.
• Other sports: Additional sporting competitions throughout the festival.
• Live entertainment: Music performances and entertainment across the venue.
• Food and activities: Food outlets, social spaces and activities for visitors.
• Family activities: Dedicated entertainment and experiences for families.

With matches and performances taking place throughout the weekend, many visitors spend several hours at the venue. Groups attending together should plan their return transport in advance, particularly when everyone wants to travel home at the same time.

Why Transport Becomes Difficult After Dubai 7s

Getting home after Dubai 7s is not always straightforward, especially if you’re attending with a group. While the festival offers a fantastic atmosphere, thousands of visitors leave The Sevens Stadium around the same time, which can make transport arrangements more challenging than expected.

• Large crowds: Thousands of visitors leave the venue at the same time.
• Taxi queues: High demand can lead to longer waiting times.
• Group travel: Coordinating transport for several friends can be difficult.
• After-parties: Many attendees continue their night elsewhere before heading home.
• Busy exits: Parking areas and exit routes can become congested after the event.

Planning your journey in advance helps avoid delays and keeps your group together.

Getting Your Group Home Safely After Dubai 7s

Group members may have different transport arrangements, making it difficult to leave the venue together. Travelling in one car with a professional driver for the return journey can be a practical option. An event driver service in Dubai can take your group home in your own vehicle.

Before booking, consider the number of passengers, available seats, and everyone’s drop-off locations.

Comparing Different Transport Options for Groups

Your best option depends on your group size and return plans.

• Travelling in one car: Keeps everyone together, provided the vehicle has enough legal seats and seatbelts.
• Taking separate taxis: Offers flexibility but may require multiple bookings and separate journeys.
• Using a professional driver: Allows your group to return in one vehicle without anyone having to drive after a tiring event or consuming alcohol.

How Much Does a Group Safe Driver Cost?

Prices depend on distance. Expert Safe Drivers in Dubai start at AED 80 for trips up to 10 km and rise to AED 140 for 60–70 km. Hourly plans start at AED 160 for two hours.

Splitting the cost makes a driver affordable for a group. For example, a group of four on the AED 80 trip pays about AED 20 each. Share every pickup and drop-off address when you book, so the team can confirm the final price.

How to Plan Your Group Ride Home

Agree on a Meeting Point

Choose one meeting point before the night starts, such as a specific gate or landmark. Tell everyone where it is and share the driver’s number in your group chat. When the last match or concert ends, the group knows exactly where to go.

Count Heads Before You Leave

Make sure every friend is with you before you walk to the car. Once everyone is together, hand the keys to your driver, who parks your car as instructed at the venue and takes it home. If someone leaves early, tell the driver before the car moves, so nobody is left behind.

Check the Schedule Before Match Day

Check match times and stage line-ups in our Dubai 7s 2026 schedule so yaour group can plan which days to attend. Friday, Saturday and Sunday each bring different crowds, so book your driver for each day your group goes.

Heading to an After-Party?

Many groups move on to an after-party once the stadium closes. If your friends do, book an after-party pickup service in Dubai. The driver picks you up from the party and drops you at home, with pickups available from any part of Dubai. Agree on the pickup time before the night begins, so the driver knows where and when to wait.

For the full steps on getting your car home, read Getting Home Safely in your own car.

Important Safety Considerations Before Leaving

The end of a festival can be tiring, especially after several hours of watching matches, walking around the venue and attending performances. Keep these points in mind when arranging your return journey.

• Avoid driving after drinking: The UAE has strict laws against driving under the influence of alcohol. Arrange alternative transport if you have consumed alcohol.
• Allow time for traffic: Do not assume you will leave the stadium and reach home immediately. Allow extra time for vehicle collection and busy roads.
• Keep your group informed: Share updates if your departure time or meeting point changes.
• Check your belongings: Before leaving the vehicle or venue, make sure everyone has their phones, bags, and personal items.

What to Do When the Night Ends

Closing time is when plans matter most. Keep these steps simple.

Message Your Driver Early

Send a message when the last match or concert is about to finish. This gives your driver time to reach the meeting point. If you drove, confirm where your car is parked.

Never Drive After Drinking

The UAE has zero tolerance for drink-driving, so the safest choice is not to drive after drinking. Read our guide to the drink-and-drive punishment law in the UAE before you go.

Book Your Group Driver With Expert Safe Driver

Expert Safe Driver has a team of RTA-registered, trained drivers, and its office is in Al Quoz, Dubai. Book our event driver service for your trip to the event, or visit Expert Safe Driver to see all services. Call or WhatsApp +971 55 988 5056 to book your group’s ride home.

Conclusion

Going to the Dubai 7s with friends is easier when everyone travels together. Book one professional, safe driver to take your group and car home, and share the details before match day. Expert Safe Driver is based in Al Quoz, Dubai, and offers event and after-party services. Plan your ride home before you leave, so the celebrations end safely.

FAQs

Can one driver take my whole group home?

Yes, if everyone fits in your car with a seat and a seatbelt. A driver takes one car, so a group arriving in separate cars needs a driver for each car.

How much does a group safe driver cost in Dubai?

Rates within Dubai start at AED 80 for trips up to 10 km and rise to AED 140 for 60–70 km. Hourly plans start at AED 160 for two hours.

Are Expert Safe Driver’s drivers registered?

Yes. The company says its drivers are registered with the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and are fully trained.

Can I book a driver for an after-party?

Yes. The after-party pickup service collects you from the party and drops you at home from any part of Dubai.