Umm Al Quwain Half Marathon
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Umm Al Quwain Half Marathon
The Umm Al Quwain Half Marathon is organized by the Department of Tourism and Archaeology in Umm Al Quwain. The 2027 edition is the event's third edition and aims to encourage an active and healthy lifestyle within the local community.
The race uses a fast, flat, World Athletics Certified Measured Course that is listed on the global athletics calendar and recognized as a World Ranking competition. Athletes can earn ranking points that count toward qualification for major events such as the Olympic Games, World Championships, and Continental Championships.
Race distances include:
- 21 km Elite and Open categories
- 10 km Elite and Open categories
- 5 km Open category
- 1 mile Open category
The event offers cash prizes totaling up to AED 100,000 and includes preferred hotel room rates for participants. Side events and a community atmosphere for runners, families, and spectators are part of the race weekend. The race takes place in the heart of Umm Al Quwain in front of Vida Beach Resort on Sheikh Ahmed Bin Rashid Al Mualla Street on January 10, 2027. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.