Event description
Become a diversity champion and join us in the 20th 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). In addition to Marina Home as the title sponsor, DCS is proud to have Johnson Arabia & Optimum Nutrition as Gold Sponsors and ASICS as the technical T-shirt partner.

To celebrate the 20th commemorative edition of the DCS Half Marathon & 10KM, we are offering very attractive pricing to our loyal members and participants.

Special 20th Edition price (till entries last):
Half Marathon: AED 295 + VAT
10KM: 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 transfer the race entry to a fellow athlete before January 1, 2023 (subject to the prevailing registration fee on the day of transfer); or
- the athlete can run the event virtually (before February 28, 2023) and collect their medal, race bag/t-shirts, etc 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 commemorative 20th edition of the Marina Home Dubai Creek Striders Half Marathon & 10KM, which is passionately organised 'by' runners 'for' runners.
Sponsors
Location
Venue
Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club | QD's Car Park
City
Dubai
Country
United Arab Emirates
Races
10KM
Sun. 22 Jan. 2023
06:15
10 km
Half Marathon
Sun. 22 Jan. 2023
06:00
21.1 km
Registration
Registration open
Fri. 1 Apr. 2022
Late fees apply from
Sat. 29 Oct. 2022
Registration close
Sun. 15 Jan. 2023 05:59 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 October 1, 2022 (subject to 25% administration fee); or
- the athlete can transfer the race entry to a fellow athlete before January 1, 2023 (subject to the prevailing registration fee on the day of transfer); or
- the athlete can run the event virtually (before February 28, 2023) and collect their medal, race bag/t-shirts, etc 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 & Energy 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)
Along the course
Facilities & services
Medical
Registered Nurse and / or Emergency Medical services present.
Parking
Toilets
Changing rooms
Showers
Other
Dubai Creek Striders supports the fight against COVID-19 and follows the National Emergency, Crisis and Disasters Management Authority (NCEMA) and Dubai Sports Council (DSC) guidelines to ensure the highest safety standards and relevant preventative measures to protect the health and safety of its community members. All athletes and spectators will be required to comply with the precautionary measures applicable on the race date.
Timing & certification
Timing
Automated timing
MyLaps BiBTag by Premier Timing
Certificate
Electronic certificates
Medals
Finisher medals
Trophies
Races

10KM

Distance
  • 10 km
Start date
Sun. 22 Jan. 2023
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
/ 11-99

Half Marathon

Distance
  • 21.1 km
Start date
Sun. 22 Jan. 2023
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)
Cut-off
3h
Age categories
/ 15-17
/ 18-34
/ 35-39
/ 40-44
/ 45-49
/ 50-54
/ 55-59
/ 60-99
Note(s)
20th Edition Special Price for limited entries on first come first served basis.
Map & accomodation
Organisation
Phone
‭+971 (0)50 225 5895‬
Video