Sheikh Zayed Festival Run
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Event details
The Sheikh Zayed Festival Run is scheduled for 4 January 2026 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The event takes place at Sheikh Zayed Festival Village (Al Wathba) and is organized by Gulf Multi Sport. It is presented as a community road run with podium presentations after the races.
Distances
- 5 km
- 3 km
Registration and entry
Registration is open for both distances with age eligibility noted: the 5 km entry is for participants born in 2018 or earlier, and the 3 km entry is for participants born in 2020 or earlier. The event listing shows availability for entries in each race. Participants are required to complete registration check-in before the race.
Included items
All registered runners receive a Sheikh Zayed Festival T-shirt and a finisher’s medal. Gifts for each age group winner are mentioned but are to be confirmed. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
