The Emirates NBD unity run

The Emirates NBD Unity Run is the leading community event in the UAE, supporting people of determination, and promoting the cause of inclusiveness in all areas of society.

The Emirates NBD Unity Run is organized annually under the umbrella of the Hamdan bin Mohammed Community Sports Initiative.

Participants can enter a 3 km fun run/walk or the timed 5 km and timed 10 km. People of determination and their ‘buddies’ are encouraged to participate and join in the carnival atmosphere as everyone celebrates unity in diversity in the UAE.

The Emirates NBD Unity Run Village offers festive fun for the whole family, including entertainment, food outlets and arts and crafts market.

The Emirates NBD Unity Run will be held on 16th November 2025 in Expo City Dubai

• 3 km Run/Walk • 5 km Run • 10 km Run

6:00 AM - Open Registration 6:30 AM - Open The Unity Run Village 7:30 AM - Close Registration 7:45 AM - Race briefing & Warm up 8:00 AM - Start 3km Walk/Run, 5Km Run and 10Km 9:30 AM – 10Km, 5km Run and 3km Walk/Run Ends 11:00 AM - The Emirates NBD Unity Run 2025 End

Please note: Participants are advised to arrive at least one hour before their run/walk starts All The Emirates NBD Unity Run Village vendors are advised to be set up by 6:15 AM

People of all abilities are welcomed and encouraged to participate. Entry for people with disabilities is completely free of charge. Participants may walk run or use wheel chairs.

We welcome ‘buddies’ and they too may participate for free. We have an active volunteer program with volunteers offering to be buddies. On the day we can match buddies to participants if required.

Registration closes on Wednesday 12th November 2025 or when The Emirates NBD Unity Run capacity is full. Register early to avoid any disappointment.

You will receive a confirmation email upon successful registration and payment.

strollers are allowed, as well as wheelchairs.

Yes. Participants can refresh themselves with water provided at the Al Ain Water hydration stations along the run route and in The Emirates NBD Unity Run Village.