The Dubai Run took place on November 24, 2024. Excitement and energy were high as HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum led 193,000 people of all ages and abilities in the fourth edition of Dubai Run. The run is free for anyone who wants to participate, making it one of the biggest events available.
Every year, the Dubai Run is a much-anticipated event by participants of all levels, as it is one of the key highlights during the month-long Dubai Fitness Challenge. Thanks to its leadership under His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, The citywide initiative has helped transform Dubai into becoming not only the most active city but also provided its citizens and residents with free access to fitness events and other activities that promote wellness – making it an even happier and healthier place.
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Dubai Run 2024 with HH Sheikh Hamdan
This year, 193,000 enthusiastic people of all ages and walks of life participated in the fourth edition of Dubai Run. The run started near the Museum of the Future, where runners and walkers were dressed brightly in neon green colours. There was a 5km and 10km route available for participants to choose from. Both routes went through Central Dubai, passing by some iconic landmarks along the way.
Donning the Official Dubai Run T-shirts from Sun & Sand Sports, social runners and families took on the 5km route by popular attractions such as Dubai Mall, Dubai Opera and Burj Khalifa. The more experienced runners felt exhilarated by the 10km route which followed Sheikh Zayed Road all the way to ดthe Dubai Canal before bring participants back towards familiar sights like the
Dubai World Trade Centre then ending at Al Mustaqbal Street near one of Finacial powerhouses in UAE – The DIFC.
#DubaiRun .. The World’s largest free fun run. #Dubai pic.twitter.com/rjRImMI4nU
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) November 20, 2022
مشاركة مجتمعية واسعة في تحدي #دبي للجري على شارع الشيخ زايد. pic.twitter.com/aLnPKBQwTb
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) November 20, 2022
Here are some pictures as shared by Dubai Media Office and HH Sheikh Hamdan himself:
تحدي #دبي للجري … مشاركة قياسية وسط أجمل وأهم معالم الإمارة العالمية. pic.twitter.com/fy1YXeeBcs
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) November 20, 2022
#DubaiRun… The world’s largest free fun run sees thousands of runners take over the iconic Sheikh Zayed Road. pic.twitter.com/zns6YJw5Lp
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) November 20, 2022
شكراً لأكثر من 193 ألف شاركوني تحدي دبي للجري … معكم نظمنا أكبر فعالية مجتمعية للجري على مستوى العالم … وحولنا شارع الشيخ زايد لأجمل مضمار للجري في العالم .. ورسخنا مكانة دبي ضمن أكثر مدن العالم حيوية. شكراً لكل الجهات التي ساهمت في نجاح هذا الحدث الاستثنائي. pic.twitter.com/UfYB0f34z1
— Hamdan bin Mohammed (@HamdanMohammed) November 20, 2022
حمدان بن محمد يتقدّم المشاركين في تحدي #دبي للجري" ضمن دورته الرابعة والتي انطلقت في وقت مبكر من صباح اليوم على شارع الشيخ زايد، بمشاركة قياسية بلغت أكثر من 193 ألف مشارك في إحدى أبرز فعاليات "تحدي دبي للياقة" وأحد أكبر المناسبات الرياضية التي تشهدها دبي على مدار العام. pic.twitter.com/JOPbsnGVrM
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) November 20, 2022
Dubai Run 2021 on Sheikh Zayed Road
Dubai runners and fitness enthusiasts took part in the Dubai Run on Sheikh Zayed Road. As one of the events of the Dubai Fitness Challenge, the famous Dubai road was closed for participants on November 26, 2021.
The run includes a 5-km Fun Run and a 10-km Run, with both routes starting and ending at Dubai World Trade Centre. The event was FREE to attend.
The Dubai Media Office shared photos of the successful event which had 146,000 participants overall. This is the largest number of participants so far.
#Dubai Run, one of the key highlights of the @DXBFitChallenge, returns to Sheikh Zayed Road, which was transformed into a giant track for all runners to compete and excel. pic.twitter.com/8j5IjOYQVD
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) November 26, 2021
. @HamdanMohammed: As the Dubai Fitness Challenge reaches its closing weekend, it is inspiring to see the commitment of so many of our citizens, residents and visitors to their health and wellbeing. pic.twitter.com/HHRml6hbvo
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) November 26, 2021
As part of @DXBFitChallenge, thousands of runners take part in #DubaiRun along Sheikh Zayed Road, which turned into a giant track. pic.twitter.com/sF64HG0NvN
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) November 26, 2021
2019 Dubai Run on Sheikh Zayed Road Photos
The Government of Dubai Media Office has posted pictures of the run which showcases a large number of people who attended.
Image: Dubai Media Office
Pictures of the Dubai 30×30: Dubai Run on Sheikh Zayed Road
Images shared by the Government of Dubai Media Office showcases how crowded the main Dubai highway was and filled with fitness enthusiasts from different backgrounds.
Image Credits: Government of Dubai Media Office | Twitter
Crown Prince of Dubai, Sheikh Hamdan, Spearheads 70,000 Participants
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, led over 70,000 participants in this historic event. Here are some more photos shared by the Government of Dubai Media Office.
Video of the First Dubai Run
Here’s a video footage of participants of the 5 and 10 km races at the #DubaiRun as it kicks off on Sheikh Zayed
Footage of participants of the 5 and 10 km races at the #DubaiRun as it kicks off on Sheikh Zayed Road.#Dubai30x30 pic.twitter.com/rT0f6XBgvL
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) November 8, 2019
10km Winners of the Men’s Race
Here are the winners of the men’s category:
Winners of the #DubaiRun 10 km men’s race – the first ever run on Sheikh Zayed road.
1. Samir Jouaher 6052
2. Anouar El Ghouz 1238
3. Mohammed Mira 8748
Winners of the #DubaiRun 10 km men’s race – the first ever run on Sheikh Zayed road.
1. Samir Jouaher 6052
2. Anouar El Ghouz 1238
3. Mohammed Mira 8748@DXBFitChallenge #Dubai30x30 pic.twitter.com/Cft4hHCHpR— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) November 8, 2019
10km Winners of the Women’s Race
Winners of the #DubaiRun 10 km women’s race – the first ever run on Sheikh Zayed road.
1. Refref Mohammed 3739
2. Fanos Tekle 1765
3. Joyce Balle Baako 52886
Winners of the #DubaiRun 10 km women’s race – the first ever run on Sheikh Zayed road.
1. Refref Mohammed 3739
2. Fanos Tekle 1765
3. Joyce Balle Baako 52886@DXBFitChallenge #Dubai30x30 pic.twitter.com/VQOJb0mCgL— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) November 8, 2019