Spartan Race Middle East unveils ‘Dawn 'til Dusk' at The Arena, Bab Al Shams
Spartan Race Middle East has confirmed The Arena, Bab Al Shams, as the venue for its upcoming 'Dawn 'til Dusk' event on Saturday, April 19.
Following the success of its inaugural Trifecta weekend at Dubai Parks and Resorts, the new event will feature two race formats, the 5km Sprint and the 10km Super, along with 1km, 1.5km, and 3km children's races.
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Participants will face a series of challenging obstacles, starting from a Colosseum-inspired arena and navigating the surrounding desert terrain. Races will begin at dawn and continue until dusk, with competitors setting off in waves.
The event aims to build on the first Spartan Race Middle East, which attracted over 4,000 competitors and 2,000 spectators. In addition to the races, attendees can expect entertainment, recovery zones, and food and beverage options from regional brands.
This announcement comes as Obstacle Course Racing (OCR) gains international recognition, having been added to the Modern Pentathlon for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Spartan continues to lead in the OCR space, attracting athletes of all levels.
Dubai's first Spartan Race Trifecta was held at Dubai Parks and Resorts on January 25 and 26. This event took place as part of partnership between Spartan Race Middle East and ITP Media Group.
It featured three race types – Sprint, Super, and Beast – with participants able to complete all challenges over two days. Children's races was also held on both days.
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