ABOUT

WHAT TO EXPECT

Expect everything to meet your personal best! It’s a fast race designed for people looking to challenge their best performance. We want to record everyone who sets a new PB for the distance. And we want to set you up in the best possible way.

09/02

2025

Dubai

ICONIC ROUTE

10.000

PARTICIPANTS

21.1

KMS

3

HOUR CUT-OFF

THE ROUTE

Our stunning route combines speed, beauty, and inspiration. The start is hosted by Jumeirah Emirates Towers, and then at dawn, runners set off through downtown Dubai’s skyline, surrounded by modern architectural wonders. They transition onto Jumeirah Beach Road, with the coastline beside them.

As the sun rises, it casts a golden glow over the course. The journey ends at Sunset Beach’s vibrant event village, where excitement, food, and live music celebrate an unforgettable run.

WHAT’S ALONG THE ROUTE

SUPPORT POINTS

There are 6 water, medical & comfort
points, at the start, end and at 4 points
regularly spaced along the route.

FIRST AID

The whole Burj2Burj route is covered by
Ambulances and the Event Village has
many treatments for any running injury.

SECURITY

The event is run in conjunction with the
Dubai Police to manage road closures
and emergency communications.

LIMITED PLASTIC

We make intentional decisions about our partners and suppliers, to move towards a more sustainable event.

WINNING SPIRIT

PRIZES AND AWARDS

Gold, Silver or Bronze trophies await the male and female winners atop the race podium. Awards for the top solo male and female overall winners in the half marathon. Plus every starting runner race running belt and every runner crossing the line receives a goodie bag, medal to commemorate the day and your achievement. As well as lots of giveaways on the day.
PRIZE MONEY
Male and female prize money for solo 21.1km race only
  • 1st – $10,000
  • 2nd – $4,000
  • 3rd – $3,000
BONUS PRIZE
$3,000 for
  • 1st male under 60 mins for 21.1km
  • 1st female under 70 mins for 21.1km
The above information is subject to change.
ANTI-DOPING
We would like to inform you that anti-doping measures will be rigorously enforced at the upcoming Burj2Burj race. As part of our commitment to fair competition, all elite athletes eligible for prize money will be selected at random for on-site testing upon completion of the race.

Any athlete who fails the anti-doping test will be disqualified from the race, forfeiting their finish time and prize money eligibility. Additionally, their results may be reported to their national federation and/or the IAAF.

Please note that prize money will only be distributed once all test results have been cleared by Burj2Burj race officials.
Thank you for your cooperation in upholding the integrity of our event.

EVENT ITINERARY

WHEN YOU REGISTER

Thank you email with confirmation of your submission and an event information pack.

+2-3 WEEKS

You will get your event QR code that you will need to collect your bib and enter the race.

THE BUILD UP

Starting in October 2024, we'll be launching our regular training program. It's a fantastic opportunity to enhance your training and connect with fellow participants. If you can’t make it in person, you can still benefit from our training expertise by following our social media pages, where we'll be sharing regular coaching tips to help you prepare for the race.

7-8 FEB 2025

Join us at the Event Village to collect your race bib and a fantastic goodie bag. Don't forget to check in your post-race clothes bag (remember, no valuables) for your convenience. But that's not all: make sure to soak in the vibrant atmosphere and festivities at athlete park both before and after the race!

AFTER THE RACE

FIRST UP
The dedicated athlete Recovery Zone presented by Longevity, where your medal awaits and where you can reward your body with a post-race massage.
MEETUP AND CHILL OUT IN THE event VILLAGE
After you’ve given it all, recover, relax and celebrate in style
with your friends, family and fellow runners.
  • Live Music & Entertainment
  • Games & Competitions
  • Expo Area
  • Photo Podium
  • Food Zone
  • Activities & Performances
  • Prize Giving
  • Sponsor Exhibits
  • And much more!
JOIN US AT THE EVENT VILLAGE
Join us at Event Village for a weekend of fun activities for you and your family at Sunset Beach!

SPECIAL OFFER

SPECIAL OFFER FOR OUR GLOBAL RUNNERS!

We’re thrilled to share some fantastic news for our international participants! In our commitment to make your Burj2Burj experience as seamless and memorable as possible, we’ve secured an exclusive accommodation deal that’s just too good to miss. 

UNBEATABLE RATES, UNFORGETTABLE COMFORT

We understand that travelling for an event like ours is about more than just the race – it’s an entire experience. That’s why we’ve partnered with some of the best hotels in Dubai to offer you luxurious stays at incredible prices. These specially negotiated rates are designed to ensure that you can rest in comfort and style without stretching your budget.

ACT FAST - LIMITED AVAILABILITY

With thousands of runners joining us from around the globe, rooms are filling up fast. Secure your spot in the heart of the action and make the most of your visit to Dubai.

Click here for pricing and to book your accommodation before it’s too late! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your Burj2Burj journey.

SPONSORS AND PARTNERS

Our aim is to make Burj2Burj a truly phenomenal experience and we need the right partners to do that.
We don’t want to just place some flags and logos around. We want to immerse participants, their families and friends
in an lively atmosphere. This means working with brands to maximize the engagements and activities available.

PRESENTING PARTNERS

OFFICIAL PARTNERS

GOVERNMENT PARTNERS

CORPORATE PARTNERS

WANT TO GET IN FRONT OF AN ACTIVE AUDIENCE?
Get in touch to know more about sponsorship packages.
Call us
Mon-Fri from 8am to 5pm.
available soon
Email us
Speak to our friendly team.
team@worldsiconic.com

RUNNING GREEN

There’s no running from the need to be sustainable to protect our planet, and so Burj2Burj is committed to taking the steps to become fully carbon neutral by 2028.

Events can be challenging to host without causing environmental impact, however we’re taking every step possible to ensure this race doesn’t negatively impact the race we’re all on towards sustainability.
WHAT ARE WE DOING NOW?

- We’re located on the Metro route to minimise car travel to and from the event;

- A collaboration with No More Bottles gives us  a plastic-free solution to the waste of water bottles;

- BIBs are printed on site, reducing unnecessary printing for athletes who may not be able to attend, which eliminates paper waste and avoids unnecessary envelopes;

- My Laps, a global market leader that operates carbon free, handles the timing of our iconic race;

- A collaboration with Plastic Bank guarantees that our medals are sustainable. For every medal supplied, we prevent the equivalent of two plastic bottles from entering our oceans;

- Food and materials will be recycled and there is an audit of the impact of our event preparation and production that will help shape future years events.

Through these initiatives, we contribute to the global effort of reducing plastic waste, creating a positive impact on both the environment and the communities involved. This partnership not only celebrates the achievements of Burj2Burj participants but also supports a more sustainable future.

HOW WILL WE IMPROVE AND PROVE WHAT WE DO?
What we can’t save and deliver without waste we will be offsetting – the challenge of which will grow as we attract more international runners and interest in the following years. From 2024 we will offer offsetting for all flights, local travel and event production, attracting a sustainability sponsor, to fund truly transparent and deep sustainability planning, accounting and communication.

We won’t greenwash the event – we will work with highly accredited environmental audit partners and share data openly to critics – welcoming the chance to spot any areas we can and should be addressing.

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THE ROUTE
The route is fast. With straight sections and minimal elevation changes
and is perfectly designed to be a potential world record breaker.
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