Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon
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About the race
The Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon is an annual road running event held on Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates. The event stage includes elite and mass races and has been organised for multiple editions, with the 19th edition staged in 2026.
Race formats held alongside the Half Marathon include:
- 10 km road race
- 5 km road race
- 2 km fun run
Race pack collection takes place at designated collection points in Dubai (The Agenda, Dubai Media City) and in Ras Al Khaimah (Marjan HQ Grounds adjacent to the start and finish area). Runners must bring their final confirmation email and a valid photographic ID to collect their running number; proxy collection is permitted with the participant’s confirmation email and photographic ID from the person collecting.
On-course provisions include VitaminWell sports drink stations for Half Marathon runners at key points and a 500 ml Bisleri water supply at regular intervals between 5 km and 17.5 km. Toilets are provided near all start areas, at every 5 km point on the Half Marathon course, and at the finish. Live tracking and broadcast information are provided on race day through the event website. The race is staged under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
