AlUla Half Marathon

Experience AlUla’s first Half Marathon - with 10km, 5km, 3km and 1.5km options. Run through iconic landscapes and enjoy a vibrant race village.

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Price

From SAR 90 per person

Schedule

25 October 2025

Booking

Advance booking only - no walk-ins allowed

Experience type

Event

Duration

8 hours

Arrival time

Arrive at least 30 minutes before race briefing for each respective race

Age restrictions

Half Marathon: 18 years and above | 10km and 5km: 16 years and above | 3km: 5 years and above | 1.5km: 5 years to 16 years

Group size

Half Marathon: 700 participants | 10km: 1000 participants | 5km: 500 participants | 3km: 300 participants | 1.5km: 250 participants

Meeting location

Winter Park

Parking

Free parking at Winter Park


Overview

The inaugural AlUla Half Marathon hits the ground running on Saturday, 25 October 2025, offering distances for all abilities - from a full 21.1km to shorter runs of 10km, 5km, 3km, and even a 1500m race for children. Set against AlUla’s majestic backdrop, this flagship event of the Wellness Festival is a celebration of fitness and nature, and an official build-up race for the 2026 Riyadh Marathon. With DJs, live music, a race village and a course that weaves through awe-inspiring heritage landmarks and iconic landscapes, the AlUla Half Marathon provides an inspiring setting for a milestone achievement.

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Registration process

  • Choose your challenge: There are race distances from 1.5km all the way 21.1km Half Marathon to choose from.
  • Secure your spot - Complete your payment on ExperienceAlUla.com to lock in your place and become part of the AlUla Half Marathon.
  • Get your confirmation - You’ll receive an email immediately, with a booking form attached. Using the personalised link inside, you’ll need to enter your full registration details.
  • Finalise your registration - Once you’ve submitted the form, the organisers will reach out with everything you need to know. Expect essential race info, logistics guidance, and tips to help you prepare for the race, route and unforgettable experience ahead.
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Experience location

Winter Park

Know before you go

Race Village opens

05:00

Race Pack collection closes for Half Marathon

06:25

Half Marathon starts

06:30

Race Pack collection closes for all other distance

06:55

10km starts

07:00

5km starts

07:05

3km starts

07:07

1.5km starts

07:10

Prize Giving

08:00

Live entertainment begins

09:00

Race Village closes

13:00

  • Only those pre-registered with bib and chip allowed to race.
    Spectators welcome in Race Village free of charge.
  • Complimentary parking is available at Winter Park.
  • Kindly note visitors must drive to the location as transportation is not provided.

Half Marathon

SAR 250

10km

SAR 180

5km

SAR 120

3km

SAR 90

1.5km

SAR 50

  • Entry into chosen race distance
  • Free parking access at Winter Park Car Park
  • Access to Race Village and entertainment
  • On-route water aid stations
  • Live performances and DJ sets post-race
  • T-shirt, results, digital certificate and finisher's medal
  • Please note that all experiences are subject to weather and visibility conditions.
  • Running attire and appropriate shoes. No pushchairs or strollers permitted.
  • Race is not suitable for strollers. 
  • Race Village is wheelchair accessible. There is no specific wheelchair category race but those wishing to participate in a wheelchair are welcome in all distances. Please notify Race Organisers that you will be participating in a wheelchair.

Race packs: These must be collected in person by each participant at the Race Village in Winter Park. They contain your bib number and chip. Pick-up closes at 06:25 on the day of the race for the Half Marathon, and at 06:55 for all other distances.

Timings: To keep the race running smoothly, please ensure you arrive on time. Unfortunately, we won’t be able to accommodate late starts - anyone arriving more than 5 minutes after their race begins will not be permitted to compete.

Refunds: Cancellations and refunds are not permitted.

Medals: Finisher medals will be handed out at the finish line, with additional prize giving taking place from 08:00am.