Dubai Marathon
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Dubai Marathon
The Dubai Marathon is an annual road marathon held on the streets of Dubai, United Arab Emirates, during January. The race has been staged since 1998 and is recognized as a World Athletics Gold Label Road Race. The marathon distance is 42.195 km.
The course is described as fast and flat. Race information pages cover registration processes, group categories, entry fees, routes and maps, prize money, medical advice, and live tracking via GPS mobile data. The event maintains separate information for elite men and elite women athletes and publishes official results and accreditation details.
Training resources are provided for regular runners and beginners, including nutrition and training tips. Media resources include photos, individual and high resolution images, videos, and a media library. Travel and accommodation information is available through listed tour companies and hotel accommodation pages. The event also offers fundraising information.
The 25th edition was marked in 2026 and the next edition is scheduled for Sunday 17th January 2027. Race organisers provide news updates and a range of practical resources for participants, media professionals, and visitors. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
