Abu Dhabi's 2025-2026 Running Season: Four Major Events Announced

The Mohammed Bin Zayed City Run is scheduled for April 15, 2026, at Mohamed Bin Zayed City Public Park as part of the local fitness calendar. This event joins several others that form the core of Abu Dhabi's running activities across multiple months.

Cancer Run Presented by Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi

The Cancer Run presented by Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi takes place on February 1, 2026, in Abu Dhabi. It forms one segment of the broader 2026 running calendar and supports community participation in fitness activities.

Mohammed Bin Zayed City Run

The Mohammed Bin Zayed City Run occurs on April 15, 2026, at Mohamed Bin Zayed City Public Park. The event provides a friendly fitness opportunity for residents in the Abu Dhabi community and is listed among the verified dates for the season.

Global Running Day at Yas Park

Global Running Day is set for June 4, 2026, at Yas Park. The program includes inclusive race distances of 1km, 3km and 5km that accommodate participants of all ages and fitness levels.

Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon and Lets Run Program

The Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon is set for December 13, 2025, with potential 2026 iterations and offers a full marathon along with relay half-marathon options plus 10km, 5km and 2.5km distances. Separately, the Lets Run program at The Galleria provides monthly community runs every Saturday. Editions feature partners such as lululemon, adidas, Barry's and GO Sport along with expert coaching available for all fitness levels.

These events are supported by public listings from visitabudhabi.ae and related local sites. Participants can review the specific distances and park locations listed for each date to plan involvement. The Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon and Cancer Run add variety through different formats and organisers while the Galleria sessions supply recurring Saturday options. Details remain available through the official event pages for registration and updates on any 2026 adjustments.