Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes Affairs and Chairman of the Emirates Council for Balanced Development, the Council has announced the launch of the Emirates Villages Run Series.
Organised within the framework of the Year of Community 2025, the series is sponsored by ADNOC, in partnership with sports councils, municipalities, and tourism authorities across the UAE.
The initiative aims to promote healthy lifestyles and encourage wider community participation in sports. Open to families, women, youth, senior citizens, people of determination, schools, companies, and sports clubs, the races provide an inclusive and safe environment for all.
The race calendar will take place 11 October 2025 at Qidfa, Fujairah, 18 October 2025 at Masfout, Ajman, 25 October 2025 at Al Rams, Ras Al Khaimah, 1 November 2025 at Falaj Al Mualla, Umm Al Quwain, 22 November 2025 at Dibba Al Hisn, Sharjah, 29 November 2025 at Al Lisaili, Dubai, and 6 December 2025 at Al Shuwaib, Abu Dhabi, which is the final race.
A total prize pool of AED500,000 will be awarded across the series. Beyond competition, the runs serve as a cultural and community platform, showcasing the UAE’s diverse landscapes and rich heritage.
Traditional Emirati performances will highlight national identity and heritage while promoting cultural and tourism opportunities in villages across the UAE. The series reflects the leadership’s commitment to community engagement, volunteerism, and shared responsibility, fostering unity and collective progress.
To register visit: https://emiratesvillagesrunseries.ae
