Dubai Marathon

Road Running covering 4 km to 42.2 km in Dubaï (Dubai, United Arab Emirates)

Location

Dubaï, Dubai, United Arab EmiratesShow on map(25.2048° N, 55.2708° E)

Date & StatusJanuary 17, 2027Date confirmed

Elevation gainUp to +190 m

Dubai Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Dubaï, Dubai, AE focused on Road Running. It is part of World Athletics Label. Key features include City Run, Desert.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Road Running 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+), and Fun Run (4 km, +18 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for January 17, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (dubaimarathon.org).

Official website

Dubai Marathon in Dubaï (Work: "Western Desert, Sahara Desert, Libyan Desert, Egypt", Photo: Vyacheslav Argenberg, License: CC BY 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Western Desert, Sahara Desert, Libyan Desert, Egypt" · Photo: **Vyacheslav Argenberg** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY 4.0
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Event characteristics

City Run Desert

Races & distances (3)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Marathon	Road Running	42.2 km	+190 m	218 m - 298 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Road Running 10 km	Road Running	10 km	+45 m	221 m - 240 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Fun Run	Road Running	4 km	+18 m	224 m - 232 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

42.2 km

Elevation gain

+190 m D+

Elevation loss

-190 m D-

Altitude range

218 m - 298 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

0.9 % / 1.6 %

Course format

Loop course

42.2 km+190 m D+Peak 298 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 218 m to 298 m above sea level (+190 m D+, -190 m D-)

Peak: 298 m·at 12.6 km·Ø 0.9 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Dubai Marathon take place?

Dubai Marathon takes place in Dubaï, Dubai, AE (start area at coordinates 25.2048° N, 55.2708° E). The next edition is officially confirmed for January 17, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Dubai Marathon?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Road Running 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+), and Fun Run (4 km, +18 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Dubai Marathon?

The main competition (Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +190 m of elevation gain and -190 m of elevation loss, ranging between 218 m and 298 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Dubai Marathon?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (dubaimarathon.org).