Snow Run Returns: Chill Challenge Awaits Runners Inside Ski Dubai This May
This one-of-a-kind race remains the only indoor snow run in the Middle East, drawing runners from around the world.
Participants aged 16 and above can choose between two race categories: 3 km or 5 km. Open to all fitness levels and nationalities, the event promises a unique summer experience with sub-zero temperatures inside Ski Dubai dropping to -4°C—offering a stark and exciting contrast to Dubai's desert heat.
The DXB Snow Run is part of Dubai's broader push to promote inclusive, innovative sports events that support the emirate's vision for sports tourism and year-round athletic engagement. It also emphasizes the city's commitment to providing opportunities for people of all abilities and backgrounds to stay active.
Training sessions are already underway to help participants gear up for race day. Ski Dubai is hosting daily morning snow hikes for ages 13 to 70—running Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM, and weekends from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
Registration is now live on PremierOnline and will remain open until 15 May 2025.
With each edition, the DXB Snow Run continues to solidify Dubai's status as a global destination for unique sporting experiences—on and off the slopes.
News Source: Emirates News Agency
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