The Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon is set to return for its 18th edition on Saturday, February 1, 2025, under the patronage of Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah.
Hosted by the Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA), the marathon is set to take place on Al Marjan island, drawing both community runners and international elites.
The event will feature four races: the 21.1km half marathon, as well as 10km, 5km, and 2km runs.
Raki Phillips, Chief Executive Officer of RAKTDA said, “We are excited to announce the return of one of the most highly anticipated global sporting events in the Nature Emirate for the 18th year. The race never fails to produce world-class champions and we look forward once again to welcoming back an incredible line-up of elite athletes, sporting enthusiasts and tourists from across the globe.”
Registration for the event is now open until January 31. 10km, 5km, and 2km races are priced at $30 (AED110), $20 (AED74), and $10 (AED37), respectively.
Peter Connerton, Managing Director of Pace Events and Race Director of the Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon said, “With six months to go, we are pleased to be able to launch an early registration promotion for those runners who want to secure their places in the race of their choice. The running community will have over three months to take advantage of the Early Registration Promotion before prices revert on October 1st, and we look forward to welcoming early registrations from regular runners as well as from those keen to test themselves for the first time on the fast and flat roads of Al Marjan Island.”
In the 2024 edition, Kenya’s Daniel Mateiko claimed the men’s title with a time of 58:45, narrowly beating compatriot John Korir. Ethiopia’s Tsigie Gebreselama won in the women’s race, breaking her personal best with a time of 65:14.
For those interested, early registration for all four races is now open through the marathon’s official website.
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