Event description
WALK, RUN FOR UNITY IN DIVERSITY

The Emirates NBD Unity Run is the leading community event in the UAE, supporting people of determination and promoting the cause of inclusiveness in all areas of society.

The Emirates NBD Unity Run is organized annually under the Patronage of HH Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Sports Council and Chairman of the Higher Committee for the Protection of the Rights of People of Determination, and organized under the umbrella of the Hamdan bin Mohammed Community Sports Initiative.

Participants can enter a 3 km fun run/walk or the timed 5 km Run. People of Determination and their ‘buddies’ are encouraged to participate and join in the carnival atmosphere as everyone celebrates unity in diversity in the UAE. The Unity Run Village offers festive fun for the whole family, including entertainment and food outlets. Celebrating the UAE, ‘… a community for everyone’.
Sponsors
Emirates NBD
EXPO
Dubai Sports Council
Hamdan Bin Mohammed Sports Community Initiative
30x30
UAE para
Special Olympics
Al Ain Water
Dulsco
emirates hospital
university of sharjah
Fun first
toysRus
cycle hub
Life Phamacy
Desco Copy & Print Center
Gilani Mobility
Emirates Woman
Motivation Media Group
What's On
Location
Venue
Al Forsan Parking
City
Dubai
Country
United Arab Emirates
Races
3KM Run
Sun. 17 Nov. 2024
06:00
Athletics | Running Road
3 km
AED 50.00
Register
5KM Run
Sun. 17 Nov. 2024
06:00
Athletics | Running Road
5 km
AED 100.00
Register
10KM Run
Sun. 17 Nov. 2024
06:00
Athletics | Running Road
10 km
AED 150.00
Register
Registration fees: Included VAT | Excluded 5% Service Fee
Registration
Registration open
Mon. 29 Jul. 2024
Registration close
Thu. 14 Nov. 2024 or sooner if the event is fully-booked.
Participation
Individual athletes
Included
Entry Fees Include: Entry to The Emirates NBD Unity Run 2024 Technical and medical support Hydration and refreshments Trophies for the top 3 rankings (male & female) 5KM and 10KM categories Finisher’s certificate
Refund policy
Fees are non-refundable.
Fees are non-refundable.
If the athlete is unable to participate on race day due to any reason:
- the athlete can get a refund of the race entry up to 7 days before the event (subject to a 10% administration fee); or
- the athlete can transfer the race entry to a fellow athlete before the registration closing date (subject to terms of service and subject to the prevailing registration fee on the day of transfer)

Furthermore, 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 made upon request.
- store purchases are excluded from refunds.
- all refunds are subject to a 10% administration fee.
Practical info
Race pack collection
All successfully registered 5KM and 10KM participants will receive their race pack on the event day during registration.
Course / track / circuit
Difficulty
Moderate
Support stations
Yes. Participants can refresh themselves with water provided at the Al Ain Water stations along the run route and in The Unity Run Village.
Facilities & services
Medical
Registered Nurse and / or Paramedic present with Physician available by radio / telephone.
Parking
Toilets
Changing rooms
Showers
Timing & certification
Timing
Automated timing
For 5KM and 10KM runners
Certificate
Paper certificates
Medals
No medals
Trophies
Trophies for the top 3 rankings (male & female) 5KM and 10KM categories.
Races

3KM Run

Distance
  • Athletics | Running Road 3 km
Start date
Sun. 17 Nov. 2024
Start time
06:00
Start location
Al Forsan Parking, Dubai (AE)
Finish location
Al Forsan Parking, Dubai (AE)
Age categories
/ 0-99
Registration fee
till 99yr AED 50.00
Note(s)
Participants below 18 years of age, must obtain parent’s/guardian’s consent to participate.
Please note that Under-10 year old’s have to be accompanied by one adult.
Stroller runners must consist of one adult with a child in a stroller.

5KM Run

Distance
  • Athletics | Running Road 5 km
Start date
Sun. 17 Nov. 2024
Start time
06:00
Start location
Al Forsan Parking, Dubai (AE)
Finish location
Al Forsan Parking, Dubai (AE)
Age categories
/ 15-99
Registration fee
15yr - 99yr AED 100.00
Note(s)
Participants below 18 years of age, must obtain parent’s/guardian’s consent to participate.
Please note that Under-10 year old’s have to be accompanied by one adult.
Stroller runners must consist of one adult with a child in a stroller.

10KM Run

Distance
  • Athletics | Running Road 10 km
Start date
Sun. 17 Nov. 2024
Start time
06:00
Start location
Al Forsan Parking, Dubai (AE)
Finish location
Al Forsan Parking, Dubai (AE)
Age categories
/ 15-99
Registration fee
15yr - 99yr AED 150.00
Note(s)
Participants below 18 years of age, must obtain parent’s/guardian’s consent to participate.
Please note that Under-10 year old’s have to be accompanied by one adult.
Stroller runners must consist of one adult with a child in a stroller.
Map & accomodation
Organisation
Company
FittGROUP
Phone
+971 50 476 0653