Event description

Join us for the 21st edition of the Dubai Creek Striders Half Marathon & 10km, brought in partnership with Marina Home, a perfect opportunity to push boundaries and celebrate a unified community that brings us together, stronger.

Made in Dubai, Marina Home x Dubai Creek Striders is an iconic partnership infusing every element of diversity, combining their unique prints in the region to celebrate individual distinctiveness. An occasion recognized as the most beautiful half marathon in the region, organized as a non-profit event attracting a variety of runners of all levels, nationalities and backgrounds.

Marina Home Dubai Creek Striders Half Marathon & 10KM is a multi-cultured family event that consistently exceeds thousands of runners and spectators. The race is organized by Dubai Creek Striders (DCS), which is a not for profit organisation run by volunteers from the running community (working on pro bono basis).

To celebrate the 21st edition of the DCS Half Marathon & 10KM, we are offering very attractive pricing to our loyal members and participants:

Half Marathon Regular Price (till December 31, 2023): AED 295 + VAT

10KM Regular Price (till December 31, 2023): AED 175 + VAT

The above price also includes the famous DCS Race Bag (filled with goodies), Technical Race T-shirt, Iconic Finisher Medal, Race Photos, Timing and Digital Certificate.

Post race breakfast (not included in the above price) will be available for purchase (on a discounted basis) for participants and supporters, closer to race date.

If the athlete is unable to run on race day due to any reason:
- the athlete can get refund of the race entry before December 15, 2023 (subject to 25% administration fee); or
- the athlete can transfer the race entry to a fellow athlete before January 14, 2024 (subject to the prevailing registration fee on the day of transfer); or
- the athlete can collect the race pack during the collection window, run the event virtually (before March 15, 2024) and collect their medal from the organisers.

All participants are welcome to train free of charge with DCS and join our weekday and weekend runs taking place throughout various locations in Dubai (please refer to DCS social media channels for details).

You don't want to miss the 21st edition of the Marina Home Dubai Creek Striders Half Marathon & 10km, which is passionately organised 'by' runners 'for' runners.

UPDATED INFORMATION - JAN 2024 - LATE ENTRIES :
Thanks to overwhelming response the 21st edition of this iconic race was sold out 50 days in advance. In response to numerous requests, we've listened, and we are excited to announce the opening of registrations for a limited number of LATE ENTRIES (with delayed restricted merchandise pickup). We are keeping it as the same regular price so this your last chance to secure your spot and become a part of the UAE's biggest sporting carnival.

For late entries NO Race bag or T-shirt at Bib collection. Race bag pick up will be provided only in March 2024.
T-shirts (if available) will be provided in March 2024.

Don't miss this opportunity – lace up your shoes, join us, and let's make this marathon an unforgettable experience together! Thank you for being a part of the excitement. See you at the starting line.
Location
Venue
Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club | QD's Car Park
City
Dubai
Country
United Arab Emirates
Races
Half Marathon
Sun. 28 Jan. 2024
06:00
21.1 km
10KM
Sun. 28 Jan. 2024
06:15
10 km
Registration
Registration open
Sun. 12 Feb. 2023 12:00
Late fees apply from
Sat. 9 Dec. 2023
Registration close
Sun. 28 Jan. 2024 05:45 or sooner if the event is fully-booked.
Participation
Individual athletes
Included
Race Bag | Technical Race T-shirt | Medal| Photo Service or Download | Timing and Digital Certificate.
Refund policy
Fees are non-refundable.
All entry fees are non-refundable and at the discretion of the event organiser.

If the athlete is unable to run on race day due to any reason:
- the athlete can get refund of the race entry before December 15, 2023 (subject to 25% administration fee); or
- the athlete can transfer the race entry to a fellow athlete before January 14, 2024 (subject to the prevailing registration fee on the day of transfer); or
- the athlete can collect the race pack, run the event virtually (before March 15, 2024) and collect their medal from the organisers.

Further this event is subject to refunds as follows:
- For refunds related to cancelled events, we will contact you and issue a refund automatically.
- For refunds related to rescheduled events, we will contact you with the new date and time ASAP. In case you can't make the event, refunds will be done upon request.
- Store purchases are excluded from refunds.
- All refunds are subject to a 25% administration fee.
Practical info
Race pack collection
You will be notified via email from the organisers of when and where to go to collect your (full) Race Pack in Dubai before the event. Packs will NOT be taken to the start line, so please ensure you collect prior to race day.
Transport to start
Own transport to the venue.
Transport from finish
Own transport from the venue.
Course / track / circuit
Difficulty
Easy
Support stations
Water & Hydration Drinks every 3-5km
Highlights
A figure-of-eight runs along, over, and under Dubai Creek, passing through some truly iconic areas of the old city.
Spectators area(s)
Facilities & services
Medical
Registered Nurse and / or Emergency Medical services present.
Parking
Toilets
Changing rooms
Showers
Timing & certification
Timing
Automated timing
Certificate
Electronic certificates
Medals
Finisher medals
Trophies
Races

Half Marathon

Distance
  • 21.1 km
Start date
Sun. 28 Jan. 2024
Start time
06:00
Start location
Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club | QD's Car Park, Dubai (AE)
Finish location
Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club | QD's Car Park, Dubai (AE)
Age categories
/ 16-34
/ 35-39
/ 40-44
/ 45-49
/ 50-59
/ 60-99

10KM

Distance
  • 10 km
Start date
Sun. 28 Jan. 2024
Start time
06:15
Start location
Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club | QD's Car Park, Dubai (AE)
Finish location
Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club | QD's Car Park, Dubai (AE)
Age categories
/ 11-19
/ 20-34
/ 35-49
/ 50-99
Map & accomodation
Organisation
Phone
+971502255895