Dubai Marathon

3.8 (5 Reviews)
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
07 Jan, 2024 (Sun)
Event size: 10000 - 24999 participants

Running

4 km, 10 km, 42.195 km

About the event

The Dubai Marathon is an international event that draws participants from all corners of the globe. Held in January each year, the event is sanctioned by the Dubai Sports Council and is known for the flat and fast course, making it ideal for both elite and recreational runners hoping to set personal best times. In addition to the marathon, there is a 10K race and a 4K fun run, as well as several satellite events held in the event village and a race for families on the day. The Dubai Marathon is a major attraction for both runners and spectators, providing a great opportunity to experience the culture and beauty of Dubai while participating in a world-class race.

Races offered by this event

4 km Fun Run

07 Jan, 2024 (Sun)
Running
4 km
Solo
On site
Road
Flat

10 km Road Race

07 Jan, 2024 (Sun)
Running
10 km
Solo
On site
Road
Flat

Marathon

07 Jan, 2024 (Sun)
Running
42.195 km
Race size: 1000 - 2499 participants
Solo
On site
Road
Flat
Timed

Course details

Course highlights

The start & finish of the Marathon, 10km and 4km races will be on the Umm Suqeim Road opposite the Madinat Jumeirah and in the shadow of the iconic Burj Al Arab. All these starts will be at the Madinat Jumeirah end of Umm Suqeim Road. All the finishes will be at the Dubai Police Academy end of Umm Suqeim Road. New venue and new routes coming soon.

Start address

Madinat Jumeirah - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Finish address

Madinat Jumeirah - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Route map

route map

What’s included in entry

These are included in your entry
Finisher medal
Massage
Event T-shirts
Toilets
Cash prizes
E-certificate/e-diploma
Video Service
Expo entry
Drink Stations
Bag drop
Timing chip (single use)
Photo Service
Medical Assistance

Frequently Asked Questions

Reviews

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SHAMSHAD HUSSAIN
Jan 2017
42 km

Amazing spirit of the Marathoners and encouraging volunteers. People of all Hue and Nationalities marching towards goal of better health and better world. 2 years participated and looking forward to this year too.

was my first experience of FULL Marathon. Was encouraged so much throughout the route by Volunteers that felt the Pain of completing it was worth and would not be possible without their encouragement. Inspired by great achievers each year.

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Ulrich Walter
Country flag of DE
Jan 2011
42.195 km

Dubai itself is a scenic city which looks a litte bit like a mixture of Tunisia, India and Disneyland. Especially in the German winter it is a nice place to stay for some days. Even if the weather should not be as nice as you expect you can visit the gigantic shopping centers and sky scrapers. And of course you can combine your trip with the participation in the Dubai Marathon. I did that in 2011. Unfortunately the marathon is far less exciting than the mordern Dubai architecture. You run far away from the center of the town, which means there are very few supporting spectators. You do not pass a lot of interisting attractions. Even the coast is out of sight. However, the course is flat and fast. Also you will not be obstructed by food stations because there are no food stations. The runners only get water and Gatorade. On the whole it was one of my fastest marathons but also one of the most boring ones.

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Sara Almoosa.
10 km

The track was nice the number of participants was huge But i was expecting to see the sea at least Wr don't know where is the ceremony I don't know what is my rating The app wasn’t helpful There is no audio guidance There wasn't any activities around the event When i finish i end up in the street No prober way finding The organizers didn't have any information even the start point they didn’t have any idea where is it No smog toilets

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Calia Afeltra
Country flag of ZA

Amazing first marathon experience! I can't wait to do my next one :) The crowd were so supportive every step of the way.

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Albara Alohali

Well organized. However, it was a flat boring course, so many loops does not show a true sample of Dubai. The race was lacking soul. I would do it once, but never twice.

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