Every Guinness World Record the UAE set in 2025
An emirate-wise snapshot of officially verified world records this year
DUBAI – The UAE’s presence in the Guinness World Records books expanded significantly in 2025, with achievements spanning innovation, sustainability, sport, culture, community engagement and large-scale spectacle.
From Dubai’s technological milestones to Abu Dhabi’s environmental initiatives and Ras Al Khaimah’s record-breaking sky shows, the year reflected the country’s continued focus on ambition, participation and global visibility.
Here is a detailed, emirate-wise guide to every Guinness World Record officially set or recognised in the UAE during 2025, based strictly on verified announcements and certified results.
DUBAI
Dubai accounted for the highest number of Guinness World Records in 2025, driven by innovation, sport, hospitality, healthcare and large-scale public participation.
Most countries participating in a SWAT challenge: Hosted by Dubai Police, the UAE SWAT Challenge 2025 set a Guinness World Record with participation from 46 nations, officially becoming the world’s largest event of its kind.
Longest DJ marathon on a boat: DJ Rodney Eid completed a 24-hour continuous performance aboard a boat in Dubai, marking a record-breaking National Day celebration.
Most runners in a mall run event: The Dubai Mallathon 2025 attracted more than 40,000 participants citywide, with 1,392 runners at the Dubai Hills Mall finale, earning the Guinness title.
Most expensive cup of coffee ever served: Dubai-based brand Roasters set a Guinness World Record after serving a Dh2,500 cup of specialty coffee brewed using rare Panamanian Geisha beans.
World’s tallest hotel: The Ciel Tower, standing at 377 metres with 82 floors, officially became the world’s tallest hotel in 2025.
World’s tallest infinity pool: Located on Level 76 of Ciel Tower, the infinity pool earned Guinness recognition for its height above ground.
Largest flying LED screen formed by multirotor drones: At the Dubai World Cup 2025, 5,983 drones created the largest airborne LED display ever recorded.
Most Noble Number charity auction world record: The sale of the P7 number plate for Dh55 million became the most expensive number plate ever sold globally.
Fastest blindfolded marathon: Ramy Naouss completed the 42.2km Dubai Marathon blindfolded and barefoot, securing a Guinness World Record.
Fastest climb of the Burj Khalifa by firefighters: Three Dubai Civil Defence firefighters climbed all 159 floors in 52 minutes and 30 seconds, wearing full firefighting gear.
Largest 3D printed structure by volume: Proto21 and Myata Restaurant achieved a Guinness World Record with a 13.75 cubic metre 3D-printed structure integrated into a dining space.
World’s largest silver bar: DMCC unveiled a 1,971kg silver bar, officially recognised by Guinness World Records during the Dubai Precious Metals Conference.
Fastest drone ever built by a police force: A drone developed by Dubai Police reached a verified speed of 580km/h, setting a new Guinness benchmark.
Most participants in a female run event: She Runs 2025 at Expo City Dubai set a Guinness World Record during the Dubai Fitness Challenge.
Most beard trims and shaves by a team in one hour: At Beautyworld Middle East, 48 barbers completed 190 trims in 60 minutes, establishing a new Guinness category.
Highest number of vascular health screenings in 12 hours: Saudi German Hospital Dubai achieved a Guinness World Record through a large-scale preventive healthcare initiative.
Largest UAE flag made of handprints: Pakistan Association Dubai created a flag using 24,514 handprints, officially recognised by Guinness World Records.
ABU DHABI
Abu Dhabi’s records in 2025 focused strongly on sustainability, community participation, food culture and philanthropy.
Longest chain of handcrafted lanyards: Zayed Authority for People of Determination created a 663.53-metre hanging ribbon chain in Abu Dhabi.
Largest biodegradable UAE flag mosaic: Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank set a Guinness World Record with a 26.849 square metre biodegradable mosaic flag.
Largest aerial display combining drones and fireworks: A February 2025 spectacle used 1,000 drones and 152 fireworks, officially verified by Guinness World Records.
Largest seabed cleanup across multiple locations: The ‘Beneath the Blue’ initiative involved 307 divers, collecting over one tonne of marine waste.
Most people completing a remote 1km walk in 24 hours: PureHealth and Active Abu Dhabi set a Guinness World Record with nearly 4,000 participants nationwide.
Largest recycled materials mosaic: Umm Al Emarat Park and Tadweer Group created a 25-square-metre mosaic using 24,846 plastic bottle caps.
Longest cheese board/platter: Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi set a Guinness World Record with a 30-metre cheese board weighing approximately 345kg.
SHARJAH
Sharjah’s 2025 records highlighted education, craftsmanship and artistic heritage.
Most people performing scientific experiments simultaneously: A total of 5,035 students participated at the Indian International School Sharjah.
Heaviest gold dress: The “Dubai Dress” weighed 10.0812kg, crafted from 21-carat gold and valued at Dh4.6 million, unveiled at Expo Sharjah.
Largest gold frame in the world: A 21-carat gold frame featuring Sheikh Zayed’s portrait was unveiled at Expo Centre Sharjah.
AJMAN
Largest celebratory phrase formed by vehicles: Ajman set a Guinness World Record when 603 vehicles spelled out “EID AL ETIHAD UAE 54”.
RAS AL KHAIMAH
Ras Al Khaimah began 2025 with two major Guinness World Records during its New Year celebrations.
- Largest aerial image of a tree formed by drones
- Largest aerial image of a seashell formed by drones
Both records were achieved using over 1,400 drones during a five-kilometre waterfront display.