What turns a sunrise shuffle into a city-wide celebration? A flat, sea-breeze course, smooth transport, and thousands of runners chasing personal goals against Dubai’s most cinematic skyline. Nakheel Palm Run 2025 returns to Palm Jumeirah on Sunday, 9 November, with timed 10K and 5K races plus a family-friendly 3K, promising early-morning energy and postcard views in equal measure.
Race day at a glance
The race village opens at 04:30, with welcoming at 05:30. Start guns follow in clean waves: 10K at 06:30, 5K at 07:30, and 3K at 08:00. Podium announcements begin around 08:30, while operations at the village wrap by late morning. Those times matter because the Boardwalk heats quickly once the sun is up and shade is limited. Plan your fueling and warm-up accordingly to arrive primed rather than rushed.
Where you’ll run
All three distances unfold along the East Crescent run track and Boardwalk on Palm Jumeirah. It’s a simple, confidence-building out-and-back: 1.5 km turn for the 3K, 2.5 km for the 5K, and 5 km for the 10K, with marshals and aid stations posted at intervals. Expect wide, flat sections, gentle curves, and long sightlines that help you keep an even pace while the Arabian Gulf frames the morning light.
Getting there without the hassle
There is no parking at the venue. All runners and spectators must park at Nakheel Mall (B1 level) and take the Palm Monorail to Atlantis station for the race village. The system uses wristband colors that match specific departure windows; for example, 10K groups begin shuttles from 04:15, while 5K and 3K waves follow in timed blocks. Be at the monorail 30 minutes before your assigned slot, and follow marshals at Lobby 5 to Level 2 to board. According to information compiled by Few.ae editor, leaving early is the single best stress-buster on this event.
What your entry includes
The 2025 listing confirms a finisher’s medal, e-certificate, an event T-shirt, and monorail transport for registered athletes. Spectators need separate monorail tickets (purchased during registration). Medical coverage includes paramedics, a registered nurse, and a physician on site, with toilets available at the venue. Timing is automated, with age-group trophies for the 5K and 10K; the 3K is a fun run with no trophies.
Fees and the fine print
As of the latest update, approximate entry fees show AED 214 for the 10K, AED 140 for the 5K, and AED 63 for the 3K, plus a 5% service fee. Treat these as indicative, since prices can change as registrations fill. Refund and transfer rules are spelled out on the event page; in short, fees are non-refundable except within stated windows, and late transfers are restricted. Always confirm totals at checkout before paying.
Who is behind the event?
RaceME Events delivers the race in partnership with local authorities and Nakheel. The official race pack thanks Dubai Sports Council, Dubai Police, and RTA for permits and on-ground support, and sets out house rules that keep the course safe: shirts must be worn, race numbers must face forward, and headphones are not allowed. Start pens close ten minutes after each gun.
Race-morning weather check
Early hours typically run warm and dry, with temperatures in the mid-20s °C at gun time rising quickly after 09:00. Hydrate the day before, sip steadily at aid stations, and consider electrolytes if you’re heat-sensitive. If you feel dizzy or nauseous, slow down and flag a marshal—medical teams are stationed along the route and at the village.
How to pace and what to pack
The Crescent’s flat terrain rewards even pacing and gentle negative splits. Into any headwind, shorten your stride slightly and keep your cadence brisk; open up after the turn. Bring a visor or cap for glare, light technical socks, and anti-chafe for hot spots. Safety pins are in the bag, but extras never hurt. If you’re bringing kids for the 3K, set a relaxed goal, agree on a meeting point, and enjoy the finish-line photos rather than chasing times.
After the finish
The monorail remains your ride back to Nakheel Mall; wristband colors continue to guide the flow. Refueling is easy at the mall’s cafés—aim for protein plus fruit, and keep sipping fluids while you cool down. With legs still fresh, consider a gentle beach stroll along the trunk later in the day. If you’re visiting, pencil a light afternoon and save your bigger “things to do in” plans for the following day.
Need-to-know recap for planners
Date and city: Sunday, 9 November 2025, Dubai. Distances: 10K, 5K, 3K. Venue: Palm Jumeirah East Crescent, out-and-back courses. Access: mandatory parking at Nakheel Mall and Palm Monorail transfers by wristband slot. Race bag collection: 5–7 November, 16:00–22:00, Nakheel Mall Monorail Station, with wristbands issued for you and your spectators. First village call: 04:30; guns at 06:30, 07:30, 08:00; awards from 08:30. Medical and amenities in place; timing automated; age-group trophies for 5K and 10K.
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