Dubai Mallathon 2026 draws 160,000 participants in record-breaking summer event
More than 160,000 people have taken part in the record-breaking second Dubai Mallathon, a three-month event that transformed shopping malls across the emirate into sporting venues. The initiative, held from June 15 to September 15 under the patronage of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, involved 160,475 participants who together…
A record-breaking summer event saw over 160,000 participants flock to Dubai's shopping malls for the second annual Mallathon, a three-month long initiative. Held from June 15 to September 15 under the patronage of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, the event transformed nine malls and destinations across Dubai into sporting venues, with three new sites added this year.
The Dubai Sports Council, in collaboration with the Ministry of Defence, organized the Mallathon, which involved more than 14 weekly races, Emirati Women's Day events, and a full marathon inside Dubai Mall. Professional athletes, amateur runners, beginners, and families all took part, demonstrating the leadership's commitment to integrating sports into daily life.
Saeed Hareb, secretary general of the Dubai Sports Council, hailed the Mallathon as a global model for turning strategic visions into tangible results, as it successfully converted retail spaces into vibrant sporting areas. The event supported key goals of the UAE's Year of the Family and was endorsed by official sponsors such as Al Ameen Service, Mai Dubai, Huawei, and Yango Group.
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