Sheikh Zayed Road will close to make way for the world’s largest fun run… …

Dubai’s Sheikh Zayed Road will be closed to motorists again this weekend, Sunday, November 24, to make way for the Dubai Run as part of the Dubai Fitness Challenge.

The Dubai Run will transform Sheikh Zayed Road into a running track for the annual fun run. The last groups for the 10km and 5km races start at 7:30am and 8am, respectively, so expect road access to return later in the morning.

The Dubai Road and Transport Authority (RTA) has not yet announced alternative routes or when the roads are expected to reopen, however, last year, the road closures began at 4am and reopened at 10am.

Members of the public are encouraged to use the metro on Sunday morning. Those participating in the run can get off at Dubai World Trade Centre station.

Last year, 200,000 runners, joggers, and walkers took part in the Dubai Run, and you can expect a similar epic turn out this year. The event is open to runners of all ages and fitness levels, but you will need to register. You can register now via dubairun.com.

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What is Dubai Fitness Challenge?

Dubai run

Dubai Run is part of The Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC), an initiative of HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai Crown Prince and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai.

This year will three fitness villages pop ups, including the iconic Kite Beach Fitness Village, 25 community fitness hubs across the city, 600 free fitness sessions and 400-plus hours of activities through a month-long schedule.

You can register for Dubai Fitness Challenge now via dubaifitnesschallenge.com, and for Dubai Run via dubairun.com.

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