Dubai Marathon
Dubai Marathon gives January runners a fast, flat road course on Al Sufouh and Jumeirah Beach Road, with an early start and elite-speed history.
Quick facts
- January marathon with a 6:30 a.m. start.
- Fast, flat course using Al Sufouh and Jumeirah Beach Road.
- Route passes Madinat Jumeirah and Burj Al Arab.
- Registration is handled through the race's own entry page.
Is registration open for the 2027 Dubai Marathon?
Registration for the 2027 Dubai Marathon is open.
About the Dubai Marathon
The Dubai Marathon is a January road marathon built around speed rather than sightseeing. It gives international runners a flat Gulf-weather target with an early start, strong elite history, and a straightforward city-resort race footprint.
Course
The route starts near the Dubai Police Academy and uses Al Sufouh and Jumeirah Beach Road, passing Madinat Jumeirah and Burj Al Arab before finishing inside the Police Academy grounds. It is flat, fast, and exposed enough for wind and sun to matter.
Race-day weather
January in Dubai is cooler than the rest of the year, but the sun can still come up quickly after the early start. Dry air, glare, and exposed coastal sections can turn a fast course into a pacing problem if runners chase splits too aggressively.
Past Dubai Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Sunday, January 17, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Sunday, February 1, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
| 2025 | Sunday, January 12, 2025 | Completed | Open results |
| 2024 | Sunday, January 7, 2024 | Completed | Open results |
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Dubai Marathon FAQ
When is the Dubai Marathon?
The 2027 Dubai Marathon is on Sunday, January 17, 2027.
Is registration open for the 2027 Dubai Marathon?
Registration for the 2027 Dubai Marathon is open. View the official registration details at dubaimarathon.org.
Is Dubai Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. Dubai Marathon is a Boston Marathon qualifier. To use the result, you must run the certified full-marathon course within the qualifying window and meet the current standard for your age and gender. Meeting the standard lets you apply but does not guarantee entry, and net-downhill courses can receive a time adjustment under current B.A.A. rules. Review the Boston qualifying times and downhill-course rules, or browse upcoming Boston qualifier marathons.
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