The Department of Tourism and Archaeology in Umm Al Quwain is organizing the third edition of the Umm Al Quwain Half Marathon in a vibrant and thrilling atmosphere, aiming to encourage community members to adopt an active and healthy lifestyle.

The event takes place in the heart of Umm Al Quwain, where runners of all levels gather for a unique athletic experience on a fast, flat, and World Athletics Certified Measured Course designed for performance, personal bests, and elite competition. The event also offers participants the opportunity to compete for cash prizes of up to AED 100,000 in an exciting community atmosphere for runners, families, and spectators.

The event is held on a World Athletics Certified Measured Course, officially listed on the global athletics calendar and recognized as a World Ranking competition. Athletes can earn ranking points that count toward qualification for major events such as the Olympic Games, World Championships, and Continental Championships.