Desert Palm X-Country Run

Desert Palm X-Country Run

The Desert Palm X-Country Run is an athletic event held in Dubai at the Melia Desert Palm Hotel. Participants run through the grounds of the estate, which includes gardens, manicured grass polo fields, and tree-lined roads. The course offers a variety of surfaces and terrain, transitioning between grass, sand, gravel, and paved private roads. The environment features natural elements such as grazing horses and local birdlife.

The event is organized by Super Sports UAE and is open to participants who wish to run or walk. The following distances are available:

• 3 km
• 5 km
• 10 km

The event includes timing services for participants. Registered runners receive several items as part of their entry, including a T-shirt, a medal, and a certificate. On-site amenities provided include music, snacks, fruit juice, and other refreshments. The race is designed to have a community atmosphere where parents and children can participate together. Registration for the event includes a specific cutoff period for cancellations and category changes prior to the race day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.