Dubai Run 2026 will close Sheikh Zayed Road to traffic on Sunday, November 22, opening it to residents and visitors who want to run, jog, or walk through the city. The event is free and forms part of the Dubai Fitness Challenge, which runs from October 31 to November 29, 2026 — its 10th edition.
Participants can register for Dubai Run through the official Dubai Fitness Challenge website. Registration details and links will be confirmed via official channels once available.
For now the registration is open for the Dubai Fitness Challenge (30 minutes of fitness for 30 days). We will keep you posted once the application to participate in the Dubai Run event once the organizers opens the live link.
Event Details
The run follows a morning schedule:
- 6:30 AM: Start
- 8:00 AM: Start line closes
- 9:00 AM: Event ends
Dubai Run is not a timed race. Participants can walk, jog, or run at their own pace.
Two Routes
Participants choose one of two distances at registration. Both start on Sheikh Zayed Road near the Museum of the Future.
- 5km route: Ends on Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard near Dubai Mall. Suited to families, beginners, and those planning to walk or jog.
- 10km route: Ends at the DIFC Gate Building near Emirates Towers. Designed for more experienced runners.
Switching routes after registration requires canceling and re-registering.
How the Registration Works
Registration is handled through the official Dubai Fitness Challenge website at no cost. Once open, the process is as follows:
- Visit the Dubai Fitness Challenge website and go to the Dubai Run registration page.
- Select Dubai Run from the available events.
- Enter your name, contact information, and any other required details.
- Choose your route and a start time slot.
- Review and submit the form.
- Save your confirmation — it includes a QR code needed to collect your bib.
A parent or legal guardian may register up to three children. All participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult on the day.
Bib Collection
Bibs are mandatory. Anyone without one will not be permitted to join the run. Collection takes place at the Dubai Municipality 30×30 Fitness Village in Zabeel Park from November 2 to 21, 2026. Registered participants will receive details on collection hours. A friend or family member may collect on a participant’s behalf by presenting the participant’s valid registration QR code.
Getting There
Road closures will be in effect around both routes, and nearby parking will be limited. Organizers recommend traveling by Dubai Metro:
- 5km route: Dubai World Trade Centre Metro Station
- 10km route: Emirates Towers Metro Station
Participants should top up their Nol card with at least AED 15 before the day to avoid queues.
Event Background
Last year’s Dubai Run drew a record 307,000 participants, up from 278,000 in 2024, according to figures shared by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. The event is one of the headline moments of the Dubai Fitness Challenge, a month-long citywide program offering free workouts, fitness villages, and community activities.
How to Register
To register for Dubai Run 2026, visit the official Dubai Fitness Challenge website at dubaifitnesschallenge.com. Updates and registration announcements are also shared through the official Dubai Fitness Challenge social media accounts.
تحدّي دبي للجري 2025 أكبر فعالية مجانية للجري في العالم. Dubai Run 2025 the world’s largest free community run. https://t.co/0R6iDDPMCV
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) November 23, 2025
