Dubai Run

The Dubai Run is an annual mass participation sporting event held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Typically taking place in November, it invites individuals of all ages and fitness levels to participate in a non-competitive run along Sheikh Zayed Road, one of Dubai's main thoroughfares. The event aims to promote health and fitness within the community and encourage an active lifestyle.

The Dubai Run is typically organized as part of the larger Dubai Fitness Challenge, a month-long initiative launched by the Crown Prince of Dubai, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, to motivate residents to engage in 30 minutes of exercise daily for 30 days.

Participants can choose from various distances, usually including a 5km and 10km route. The event is known for temporarily closing sections of Sheikh Zayed Road, providing a unique opportunity to run along this usually busy highway. Registration is typically free and open to the public, with thousands of participants taking part each year. The event is a significant display of community engagement and promotes a healthy lifestyle in the region.