Thu. 24 May. 2018
Dubai, AE
Event description
A 5KM and 10KM race held after sunset in the beautiful surroundings of Mushrif Park Mirdif during the month of Ramadan. 2KM event for juniors

The annual Iftar Challenge 5KM, 10KM and 2KM Junior running races, organised by the Desert Road Runners every year since 1998. A challenging and slightly elevated one lap run for novice and advanced road runners.

The race course length has been officially measured and accredited by the IAAF-AIMS.

Desert Road Runners club members are granted complimentary registration.
Sponsors
Location
Venue
Mushrif Park Mirdif
City
Dubai
Country
United Arab Emirates
Clubmember discount
Desert Road Runners members enjoy complimentary entry for this event; however registration is still required in order to confirm participation.
The discount will automatically be reflected in the shopping cart.
Races
10KM
Thu. 24 May. 2018
19:35
10 km
5 KM
Thu. 24 May. 2018
19:25
5 km
2 KM Junior Race
Thu. 24 May. 2018
19:05
2 km
Volunteer | Marshal
Thu. 24 May. 2018
17:30
2.5 hr
Registration
Registration open
Wed. 29 Nov. 2017
Late fees apply from
Thu. 10 May. 2018
Registration close
Wed. 23 May. 2018 or sooner if the event is fully-booked.
Participation
Individual athletes
Included
Medals, water on course, chip timing, certificates and prizes for age group winners and first male / Female over all
Refund policy
Fees are protected by event cancellation insurance.
Insurance
Event Protect
This event is insured through EventProtect.
A 5% insurance premium is applicable.
Practical info
Race pack collection
At the venue from 90 minutes before the event start
Transport to start
Taxi or private car. By bus, approx 3 km walk from nearest bus stop
Course / track / circuit
Difficulty
Moderate
Support stations
Water at finish and half way
Highlights
Gentile hills in a beautiful setting
Spectators area(s)
Ample space for spectators
Facilities & services
Medical
Registered Nurse and / or Emergency Medical services present.
Parking
Ample car parking space inside the park
Toilets
Available inside the park
Changing rooms
None at the venue
Showers
None at the venue
Other
Additional park entrance fee of AED 10 per car, AED 3 per pedestrian, payable by Nol Card (Issued by Dubai Metro)
Timing & certification
Timing
Automated timing
Mylaps, BiBTag
Certificate
Electronic certificates
After final results have been posted.
Medals
Finisher medals
Trophies
Ist male and female overall plus age category prizes for placings
Races

10KM

Distance
  • 10 km
Start date
Thu. 24 May. 2018
Start time
19:35
Start location
Mushrif Park Mirdif, Dubai (AE)
Finish location
Mushrif Park Mirdif, Dubai (AE)
Cut-off
1h 30m
Age categories
/ 12-17
/ 18-39
/ 40-49
/ 50-59
/ 60-99

5 KM

Distance
  • 5 km
Start date
Thu. 24 May. 2018
Start time
19:25
Start location
Mushrif Park Mirdif, Dubai (AE)
Finish location
Mushrif Park Mirdif, Dubai (AE)
Cut-off
1h
Age categories
/ 12-17
/ 18-39
/ 40-49
/ 50-59
/ 60-99

2 KM Junior Race

Distance
  • 2 km
Start date
Thu. 24 May. 2018
Start time
19:05
Start location
Mushrif Park Mirdif, Dubai (AE)
Finish location
Mushrif Park Mirdif, Dubai (AE)
Cut-off
0h 25m
Age categories
/ 5-9
/ 10-13
/ 14-17

Volunteer | Marshal

Duration
  • 2.5 hr
Start date
Thu. 24 May. 2018
Start time
17:30
Start location
Mushrif Park Mirdif, Dubai (AE)
Finish location
Mushrif Park Mirdif, Dubai (AE)
Age categories
/ 12-99
Note(s)
If you are unable to compete, contribute your time and support the event by volunteering as a marshal, a time-keeper, or manning the hydration stations.
Map & accomodation
Organisation
Event contact
Servatius Palmans
Phone
0506549543