Mushrif Park X-Country Run

15km  |  10km  |  5km  |  3km
Start Time: 7am

About the Race

Running on tree lined sandy roads and tracks, stretches of grassed lawns and a little on the wild side, join this community based X- C Run organized by Super Sports. Enjoy nature and the early morning sunrise as you head off road through the beautiful gardens of Mushrif Park. From advanced to fun runners, young or experienced, run or walk 3k, 5k, 10k or 15k. Music, refreshments, parents & children running together and a community feel is what makes this race special.

All finishers receive a shirt, electronic chip timing, medal, snack & juice, fruits, water & downloadable certificate.

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COVID PROCEDURES

COVID-19 Precautions

  • Keep a 2m social distance at all times.
  • Wear a disposable mask till just before you start and once you finished.
  • Stay in the Race Village area till your distance is called to the start area.
  • No gatherings / hugging / touching / group photos etc.
  • Any participants not observing any of the above rules will be disqualified without a warning!
Where to Enter
  • Premier Online is Super Sports’ preferred registration partner. We always recommend purchasing the Protect Your Fee option when registering for any event through Premier Online.

  • Protect Your Fee ensures you receive a full refund no matter what the reason for cancelation, refunds are processed as per the terms and conditions stated on PremierOnline.com

Entry Fee & Refund Policy
  • 15, 10, 5 & 3km Adults (19yrs & over): AED175
  • 15, 10, 5 & 3km Juniors (18yrs & under): AED125
  • Discounts are offered for families of 3 or more consisting of parents and children – aged 18 years and under. Email events@supersportsuae.com for the family discount code.
  • There is NO on the day registration.


Credit/Refund Policy

  • Any participants canceling their participation after the closing date or if the race sells out or who is a “no-show” on the day of the race will not receive a refund.

In the unfortunate event of the race having to have to be postponed/canceled due to COVID restrictions/weather/venue issues, the credit/refund policy of online entries through online entry providers will apply or you can have your entry carried over to any other Super Sports organized race.

Entry Fee Includes

    • Electronic timing
    • Official race t-shirt
    • Finishers medal
    • Fruit, muffin & fruit juice
    • Downloadable Certificate
    Race Pack Collection
    • Your race number and timing chip collection is on the morning of the race at Race Check In which opens at 6.15am.
    • Race numbers will be emailed to all runners and will also be on show at Race Check In on the morning of the race.
    • Once you know your race number, proceed directly to your respective Bib collection desk and collect your Bib # with timing chip attached.
    • Please check that all your data which is printed on the label of the race pack envelope is correct. This includes
      your name, age category, gender and distance and in the event of there being any errors, please let our registration staff know so we can change it for you, so you have the correct result when finishing the race.
    • You must have checked in and received your timing chip 30 minutes before your race start.
    • Once you have done that, head to the Race Village and wait for the race briefing from our Race Director Warren.
    Race Day Program

    Be checked in at least 20 minutes before the start of your race. There is NO on the day registration.

    06h15 – Race Check In Opens
    07h00 – Race Check In closes for all distances
    07h00 – 15km Race Starts
    07h05 – 10km Race Starts
    07h10 – 5km Race Starts
    07h12 – 3km Race Starts

    Prize Giving
    08h15 – 3 & 5km Prize Giving
    08h45 – 10 & 15km Prize Giving

    THERE IS NO BAG DROP!

    Race Distances & Age Groups

    Age Groups are calculated as per your age on race day. Male and Female categories for all age groups.

    15km
    0 29 years  |  30 39 years  |  40 49 years  |  50 years+

    10km
    0 18 years  |  19 29 years  |  30 39 years  |  40 49 years  |  50 years+

    5km
    0 18 years  |  19 29 years  |  30 39 years  |  40 49 years  |  50 years+

    3km
    0 8 years  |  9 12 years  |  13 18 years  |  19 years+

    Start Procedures
    • Please wait in the Race Village area till your distance is called to the Start Area and keep your mask on until you get to the start line.
    • The Start Area will be a social distanced grid of rows with 3 cones per row spaced 2m apart.
    • Runners to self-seed themselves with the first 5 rows only for recognised faster runners.
    • Once the start siren goes, all rows will slowly walk toward the start line and only when you get to the start line will you be allowed to start running.
    • Once you cross over the start mats your race and time will start.
    • Chip times will be used for this race so that means your time will only start being recoreded once you cross the timing mats so it does not matter how far back you start.
    Race Rules
    • Keep to the right-hand side of the road / track at all times.
    • 15km = 3 laps of the course
    • 10km = 2 laps of the course
    • 5km = 1 lap of respective course
    • 3km = 1 lap of respective course
    • You must have your run number visible on the front of your upper body or race clothing and keep it visible at all times when on the run course.
    • Your upper body must be covered at all times on the run portion of the race.
    • Shoes are compulsory.
    • No form of locomotion other than running, walking or crawling is allowed.
    • Parents wishing to run with their children – aged 12 years and under – may do so free of charge but will not receive a race time or position, nor medal, shirt or any of the give aways.
    Race Results
    • Please scan the QR codes in the Race Village to view your result once you have finished running.
    • Full results will be on the Super Sports website as soon as possible at www.supersportsuae.com
    Race BIB Numbers
    • Bibs must be worn on your upper body with the number facing outward.
    • Once finished racing, hand your race bib in at the T-Shirt stand and collect your free shirt.
    • Safety pins will be provided in your race envelope or bring your own race belt.
    Timing Chips
    • Timing chips are attached to the back of your race bib.
    • Ensure your bib has 1 timing chip stuck to the back and if not, please see Super Sports staff on the day to issue you with a new bib.
      • DO NOT REMOVE THE CHIP FROM THE BIB.

        IF YOU RUN WITH NO BIB – YOU WILL RECEIVE NO TIME AND NO RESULT!

      General Information

      Finishers Medal 
      When crossing the finish line, please keep moving through the finish chute then you will receive your finishers medal.

      Complimentary Muffin & Drink
      You will receive a voucher once you finish the race for a complimentary muffin and fruit juice or coffee or tea which can be claimed immediately.
      NO VOUCHER, NO MUFFIN & NO BEVERAGE

      Athlete Refreshments / Water Stations
      There are 2 self-service water stations on course and 1 at the finish line. 

      Refreshments for All
      These will be on sale on the morning of the race and include: Full breakfast menu options, Tea, Coffee, Soft Drinks, Muffins, Fruits & Snacks.

      End of Race Procedures
      • When crossing the finish line, please keep moving through the finish chute then you will receive your finishers medal and immediately put on your face mask.
      • Make sure to wear your mask once you have finished.
      • Scan the QR codes to see your result.
      • Hand your race number with timing chip in at the T-Shirt stand and collect your free shirt.
      • You will be given your snack voucher once you have left the finish chute. Proceed to the counter and collect your muffin and fruit juice.
      Prize Giving
      • If you did not collect it from us on Race Day, we will send you an email letting you know when to collect your prize from Dawson Sports in Mercato Mall.
      • Trophies and vouchers will be awarded to the top 3 males and females for the respective distances.
      • Medals will be awarded to the top 3 males and females for the respective distance age groups.
      • Overall winners will not be included in age group prizes so we can spread the prizes out amongst more people.
      Photos
      • Remember to smile at the cameraman, give them a smile or a thumbs up, especially when you cross the finish line.
      • Photos can be found on your results page by clicking on the CAMERA icon and then doing a bib or selfie search. 
      • Photos will be available 24 hours after the race has finished.

      Race Course  |  3km  |  1 Lap

      Race Course  |  5km  |  1 Lap

      Race Course  |  10km  |  2 Laps

      Race Course  |  15km  |  3 Laps

      Directions to Location

      Mushrif Park

      Parking

      Enter the Park through Gate 2 and on your left will be the race parking bay.

      BIB#

      Race Numbers will be available 36 hours before Race Day so please check back then!