Residents of Dubai, it's that season when you need to dust off your workout gear and sneakers and prepare to embrace a healthier lifestyle with the Dubai Fitness Challenge. And while you do that, don't forget to register for the world's largest free fun run, Dubai Run. Yep, you read that right! Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism and the Dubai Sports Council have announced that registration for Dubai Run is now open.
The Dubai Run is returning for its fifth edition as part of the Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC). Over 200,000 participants are anticipated to gather for a memorable run along the famous Sheikh Zayed Road and Downtown Dubai on Sunday, 26 November.
People of all ages and fitness levels, regardless of their abilities, can now sign up and reserve their place in this grand citywide event dedicated to health, fitness, and unity. The free run is presented by Mai Dubai and endorsed by Sun and Sand Sports. A record number of 193,000 runners, joggers, and walkers participated in Dubai Run last year and 2023 is set to be bigger than ever.
You have the option to choose between two run routes, both commencing from Sheikh Zayed Road. The 5km Downtown Family route is ideal for families and runners of all abilities, starting near the Museum of the Future and passing by Dubai's famous landmarks such as Dubai Opera, Dubai Mall, and Burj Khalifa. On the other hand, if you're a more experienced runner, you can take on the 10km Sheikh Zayed Road route, which runs from Sheikh Zayed Road to Dubai Canal before circling back and finishing near Al Mustaqbal Street, close to Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC).
Commenting on this, Ahmed Al Khaja, CEO of Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment, said, “Dubai Run, presented by Mai Dubai, epitomises the spirit of the Dubai Fitness Challenge and I invite everyone irrespective of age and fitness ability to experience this unique opportunity as we come together as one vibrant community with a shared vision for a healthier and more active future."
You can register for free on Dubai Run's website for a truly unforgettable experience. Once signed up, participants will be invited to collect their bibs and t-shirts, provided by Sun and Sand Sports, from DFC's all-new Run and Ride Central, located at One Central.
His Excellency Saeed Hareb, Secretary General of Dubai Sports Council, said, “Dubai Run stands out as one of the most widely embraced events within the Dubai Fitness Challenge line-up. This event magnificently transforms the globally famous Sheikh Zayed Road into the world's largest running track, breaking records each year in terms of participant numbers, diversity of nationalities, and age. We eagerly anticipate this year's edition of Dubai Run to serve as the culmination of Dubai Fitness Challenge, solidifying Dubai's status as one of the world's most active cities."