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DUBAI’S ICONIC HALF-MARATHON
Every entry includes an event shirt, race bib, timing chip, full on-route support, hydration at aid stations and a finisher medal.
Identify your batch according to your expected finish time when you register. The sub 1h30 start batch requires performance proof.
Burj2Burj Half-Marathon is only for runners 16 years and older.
We do not offer refunds for any Burj2Burj 2027 entries.
Entries can be transferred for an additional fee of AED 80 until 04 Oct 2026 and then for AED 120 until 03 Jan 2027. Deferrals are permitted for medical reasons only and at the discretion of the event organisers.
Dawn over Dubai.
The air at its coolest, a quieter Dubai waiting for you.
For one morning, the city is yours.
A fast, mostly flat 21.1km through the views Dubai is known for; sunrise filling the skyline, music every kilometre, crowds where you don't expect them.
Thousands of runners on either side of you, moving in the same direction, for the same reason.
More on the course, closer to the day.
Not just a start and finish. The Burj2Burj Expo brings the community together for elite signings, expert talks and a curated retail experience available nowhere else in the region.
Burj2Burj is run in conjunction with the Dubai Police to manage road closures and emergency communications. The route is covered by expert medical teams, trained for events.
No matter your goal, Burj2Burj is built for your best. Your motivation is supported by pacers in each batch, accurate split timing, world-renowned elites and integrated training options.
Begin 2027 with a challenge that starts in the crisp morning air of Dubai and finishes in the cool sun on the beach. The perfect way to kick off your running calendar for the year.
Requirements and how to apply to be a part of the Burj2Burj 2026 elite runners group.
Please note that you have to be present at the official prize giving ceremony to receive your medal.
The timing, the weather and the iconic city of Dubai. More than just a half-marathon, it’s an experience.
Burj2Burj is a World Athletics Gold-labelled race with a prize purse to match.
Our goal is to attract a global elite field and manage this field according to the World Athletics standards.
Prize money is awarded for selected Emirati categories and special medals are awarded to selected Age Group finishers.
Find all prize money details here.
Every runner has a first race. This could be theirs.
The Mini Marathon is a race of their own, with everyone they love beside them. Made for kids, we keep the vibes high, with mascots, music, treats and a warm-up that feels like the real thing.
Parents are welcome to run alongside them, side by side.
The race starts at 8am, and every little finisher gets a medal handed to them as they cross the line.
No bib collection is needed and the race is not timed, just bring the registration confirmation email to the stage on race day.
Something special for the pace-setters of the family. Adults are welcome to run with their champions, but please be mindful of the smaller runners.
Capacity is limited for the Mini Marathon, so register your little runners now to secure their spot. Bib collection is not required.
Saturday, 23 Jan 2027. 7am, for an 8am start. Meet at the stage at the Burj2Burj Expo at Coca-Cola Arena.
