Burj2Burj 2026 isn’t just about what happens on race morning. Race week unfolds across four days, giving you time to collect your bib, visit the Expo, connect with the community, and ease into Race Day without feeling rushed.

Think of this as your simple, day-by-day guide to what’s happening and when. You don’t need to do everything. Just pick what works for you and take it one day at a time.

Day 1 - Thu, 5 Feb 2026

What’s happening on Thursday

Thursday is where race weekend officially kicks off. The Expo opens, bib collection begins, and the first runners arrive to get organised early.

📍 Location: The Burj2Burj Expo at Coca-Cola Arena

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Highlights:

• Burj2Burj Expo opens
• Bib collection begins
• Panel Talk with Maurten

Day 2 - Fri, 6 Feb 2026

What’s happening on Friday

Friday is when the atmosphere really starts to build. More runners arrive, the Expo is in full flow, and the community comes together ahead of Race Day.

📍 Location: The Burj2Burj Expo at Coca-Cola Arena

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Highlights:

• Press Conference
• Bib Collection
• Panel Talk: Inside the Elite Mind with Alexandra Bell

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Day 3 - Sat, 7 Feb 2026

What’s happening on Saturday

Saturday is all about final prep. It’s your last chance to collect your bib and take care of any pre-race essentials before Race Day arrives.

📍 Location: The Burj2Burj Expo at Coca-Cola Arena

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Highlights:

• WOM Women’s Challenge
• Mini Marathon
• Elites Signing Session
• Panel Talk: The Art and Science of Running with Shane Benzie
• Panel Talk: The Women Redefining Sport in the UAE
• Panel Talk: The Run Club Effect
• JTC Sunset Fitness Session

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Race Day - Sun, 8 Feb 2026

What’s happening on Race Day

Race Day is where everything comes together. From the early start at the start village to crossing the finish line, this is the moment you’ve been building towards.

📍 The Start Village

📍 The Finish Village

Highlights:

• Live Broadcast Start
• Half-Marathon Race Start
• Prize-Giving

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Arrive early, follow marshal instructions, and take it all in. From start to finish, this is your Burj2Burj moment.

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Whether you’re joining us for one day or all four, this schedule is here to help you move through race week smoothly. Plan ahead, trust your preparation, and we’ll see you at the start.

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