Plus500 city half marathon

Lace up and join the city's best runners in Downtown Dubai.

If a run is only as good as its views, here's a race to spoil you with picturesque sights. Sprint through one of the world’s most photographed neighbourhoods, Downtown Dubai, during the Plus500 City Half Marathon on 27 October.

The route starts at the Gate Building at Dubai International Financial Centre and follows a path lined with local landmarks such as the Burj Khalifa, Emirates Towers and Museum of the Future. Cover a distance of 21km for the half marathon or choose to run the 5km or 10km circuit, depending on your ability. The highly-anticipated event is open to everyone, so it's one that you can sign up for with friends and family.