Registration is now open now through the PremierOnline website and will close on 11th November, or sooner if places sell out.
Expo 2020 is bringing a brilliant opportunity for UAE’s enthusiastic running community on 19th November as the Expo 2020 Dubai Run takes them on a scenic route through the Expo site, past 192 awe-inspiring pavilions.
Supported by Expo 2020 Dubai and Dubai Sports Council, the Expo 2020 Dubai Run is open to residents and visitors of all age and nationalities, including participants in strollers, and participants can choose from three distances – 3km, 5km and 10km.
Age Groups
Participants in the three categories will be divided into different age groups, with four age groups available in the 3km run: 0-8 years, 9-12 years, 13-18 years and 19-plus; eight in the 5km: Under-13, 13-15, 16-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59 and 60-plus; and six in the 10km: U-19, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-plus.
To get in top shape for the event on 19th November, participants can take part in four, free-of-cost ‘The World Family Run’, which is also open to participants of all age and nationality and offers a family-friendly 1.3km run through Ghaf Avenue.
The World Family Run, which is supported by Dubai Sports Council, takes place every Saturday from 9th to 30th October, and those interested can register through the PremierOnline website.
Dubai Sports Council, in association with AIS Athletics, has also organised a series of free-of-cost morning and evening training sessions throughout the month of October, delivered by experienced middle and long distance coaches. Open to participants of all age and abilities, the Expo Running Club will also take place at the Expo Park from 3rd to 6th October, 10th to 13th October, 17th to 20th October, and 24th to 27th October.
News Source: Emirates News Agency
