What is Dubai Run?
Dubai Run began in 2019, when Sheikh Zayed Road was closed to traffic and transformed into a running track for the first time. Around 70,000 people took part in that inaugural edition.
It has since grown into the world’s largest free community run. The 2025 edition drew more than 307,000 participants of all ages and abilities.
The event offers two routes rather than a full marathon: a 5km course suited to families and runners of all ages, and a 10km course aimed at more experienced runners.
Once registered, participants collect a race bib and a free event T-shirt from the Dubai Fitness Challenge Fitness Village before the run.
Dubai Run 2026 date and time
Dubai Run 2026 will take place on Sunday, 22 November 2026, according to the official Dubai Run website.
Dubai Run 2026 will begin at 6:30am.
Dubai Run 2026 location
Like previous editions, Dubai Run 2026 will take over Sheikh Zayed Road: a one-of-a-kind chance to run along the city’s main highway, available only once a year.
Two routes are offered for 2026: 5km and 10km.
The 5km route takes participants through Downtown Dubai on Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Boulevard.
The 10km route starts and ends on Sheikh Zayed Road.
Dubai Run 2026 registration
Pre-registration is mandatory and is done free of charge through the official Dubai Run website.
Registration for the 2026 edition had not yet opened at the time of writing. In past years it has gone live in October; we will update this page once registration goes live.
Dubai Run 2026 facilities
Exact facilities for 2026 will be confirmed nearer the date, but based on recent editions you can expect:
- Water stations positioned along both the 5km and 10km routes.
- Race bib and free event T-shirt collection at the Dubai Fitness Challenge Fitness Village in Zabeel Park ahead of the event.
- No bag-drop facility — backpacks are not permitted on the route, so keep valuables to a minimum and on your person.
- Medical and first-aid support along the course.
- Live music, performances and entertainment along the route and at the festival village.
Dubai Run 2026 entry fees
Taking part in Dubai Run 2026 is completely free. There is no entry fee, and the event is open to people of all ages and fitness levels — though pre-registration is required.
Sources
- Dubai Run — Official event website (22 November 2026 date)
- Dubai Fitness Challenge — Official 30×30 website
- Dubai Media Office — Over 300,000 athletes at Dubai Run 2025
- Khaleej Times — Dubai Run 2025 timings, routes and collection points
- Khaleej Times — Sheikh Hamdan leads first Dubai Run (2019)
- Gulf News — Dubai Run 2025: everything to know about the 7th edition
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