GENERAL INFO
Start & Finish
The start of the Marathon will be on the Umm Sequim Road and the 10km on Al Sufouh after the Madinat Jumeirah and in the shadow of the iconic Burj Al Arab. The 4km will start on Al Sufouh after the Madinat Jumeirah.
Start Times
| Marathon Elite | 5:45 am |
| Marathon Masses |
6:30 am |
| 10km Road Race | 8:00 am |
| 4km Fun Run | 10:00 am |
Getting to the Start
All participants are advised NOT to attempt to park in the Jumeirah Beach Road, Al Sufouh Area, Madinat Jumeirah or Police Academy area. There will be extensive road closures in place in these areas. If you do drive to the immediate areas near the start and finish listed above you do so at your own risk as this will create extensive traffic congestion and delays in getting to the start.
If you are travelling by car plan your trip. Avoid parking in the immediate areas to the start and finish. There are many accessible areas to park along the Al Wasl Road junctions away from the start and finish. Parking would be possible in the Mall of the Emirates/Al Barsha area with access made by crossing from the Dubai Metro Bridge at Mall of the Emirates taking you to the back of the starts walking past the Dubai Police Academy onto Umm Sequim Road.
Run Number Collection
Run Numbers must be collected on the following dates:
DUBAI LOCATION
THE AGENDA – DUBAI MEDIA CITY
Monday 9th February – 10am to 8pm
Tuesday 10th February – 10am to 8pm
RAS AL KHAIMAH LOCATION
RAKTDA GROUNDS – ADJACENT TO START AND FINISH
Thursday 12th February – 10am to 8pm
Friday 13th February – 10am to 8pm
SEE THE LOCATION MAPS
PLEASE NOTE: Everyone is advised to collect their own run number in person and provide proof of identity.
If you are having difficulty collecting your own run number we are allowing you to designate another person to collect on your behalf. In order to do this the person collecting on your behalf must have a printout of the final confirmation letter you will receive by e-mail one week before the race. They must have proof of their identity in order to do this.
Rules and Regulations
All participants must agree to the rules and regulations of the event and World Athletics.
T/Shirts, Medals and Certificates
Half Marathon – All marathon participants will receive an official race t/shirt, a finishers medal and downloadable finishers certificate.
10km Road Race – All 10km participants will receive an official race t/shirt, a finishers medal and downloadable finishers certificate.
5km Road Race – All 5km participants will receive an official race t/shirt, a finishers medal and downloadable participation certificate.
2km Fun Run – All 2km participants will receive an official race t/shirt, a finishers medal and downloadable participation certificate.
Race Day Temperature
The temperature will be approximately 10-15 degrees Celcius at the start.
Race Timing
The race will be timed using the “MikaTag” electronic timing system. Chips/Tags will be attached to the race bib number you will receive in your race pack. Do not remove this tag from your bib number. No Tag attached. No Time.
Drink Stations – Water
Half Marathon – Water Stations will be provided every 2.5km from 5km to 20km and at the finish.
10km Road Race – Water Stations will be provided at the 5km point and at the finish.
5km Road Race – Water Stations will be provided at the finish.
2km Fun Run – Water Stations will be provided at the finish.
Drink Stations – VitaminWell
Half Marathon – VitaminWell will be available at 5km, 10km, 15km and at the finish.
Toilets
Toilets will be provided after the following stations on the Half Marathon route: 5km, 10km, 15km and at the finish.
Medical
An Ambulance and medical station will be available approximately 200 metres after each main drink station on the Half Marathon route at 5km, 10km, 15km and at the finish. Medics will also be present at every intermediary station.
Baggage Facilities
Baggage facilities will be available near the start and finish area. (Half Marathon and 10km Runners Only) Location details are on the site map.
Please use the baggage bag provided to you when you collect your race pack and make sure that the sticker you received with your run number is placed on your baggage bag. Only the baggage bag provided to you will be accepted at the baggage area.
Entertainment
Live bands and a selection of other activities will be available at the Half Marathon Village throughout the day to entertain the participants and spectators. Food and Beverage facilities will also be available at the Half Marathon Village.