United Arab Emirates
Trail Running Calendar United Arab Emirates 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in United Arab Emirates for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 12 exciting trail runs across the country. Find your next trail run in United Arab Emirates below and join the trail community at these great events!
August 2026
An indoor HYROX-style obstacle run in Abu Dhabi where competitors repeat a 1 km run and inflatable obstacle loop to complete 1 km, 3 km, or 5 km distances.
September 2026
Indoor inflatable obstacle race at Reem Mall, Abu Dhabi, with lap-based formats and participant kit including medal, timing and refreshments.
Obstacle course at Ski Dubai on 20 Sep 2026 with 20+ obstacles, timing, refreshments and a finisher medal; rated 8.4 from 559 reviews.
Cross-country races in Dubai on 27 September 2026 offering 15 km, 10 km, 5 km and 3 km with timing, a medal and race pack items included.
October 2026
Obstacle course races at Al Ain Zoo on October 10, 2026, featuring 5K Sprint, 10K Super and a 1-3K Kids Race with published starting prices.
November 2026
A multi-day Spartan World Championship in Al Wathba, Abu Dhabi, featuring elite and age-group obstacle races from 3 km kids events to the 21 km Beast.
An 11 km trail race in Fujairah on 21 November 2026 with cash prizes across male and female categories and included race services.
A multi-distance trail event in Hatta, UAE, offering 100 km to 1 km races, a 12-hour night relay, on-course aid stations and prize funds for top finishers.
January 2027
An indoor mall run at Dubai Hills Mall offering 1, 2.5, 5 and 10 km distances with on-course music, aid stations and included race items such as medals, timing and shirts.
A mountain trail run in Ajman - Masfout featuring rugged terrain, multiple distance categories, on-course services, and cash prizes for 10 km and 24 km overall winners.
February 2027
Cross country event at Desert Palm estate in Dubai offering 3 km, 5 km, 10 km and 15 km routes across grass, sand, gravel and paved roads.
May 2027
Cross country running in Desert Palm Dubai with 3k 5k and 10k routes across grass sand gravel and estate roads, plus timing and race inclusions.