Brand new half marathon heads to DIFC

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Get your running shoes on as the first-ever City Half Marathon is coming to Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) this year.

It’s scheduled for October 25 and is the latest addition to the annual Dubai Fitness Challenge.

Runners can navigate an ultra-modern route around one of the most photographed financial districts in the world.

Participants must be at least 16 years old and can choose from 5km, 10km or 21km distances.

Registration is now open.

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