1- How can I register?

You can register online from the website by visiting

https://www.racearabia.sa/aluladesertblaze

 

 2- Race registration price? 

5km - 70 SAR

10km - 120 SAR

Half Marathon - 200 SAR

Marathon - 350​

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3- Can I register on-site or on the day of the race?

The last day for registration is 22/8/2024 until 7:30AM onsite at the Event Village. No registration will be accepted after that. Also, the capacity is limited, which means that the registration will be closed once the contest reaches full capacity. That's why we encourage people to register early before it's too late. 

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4- From where can I collect my bib?

Bib collection will be at the Maraya at the Event breifing  according to the date and time below:

 Friday, August 23, 2024 from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM.

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5- Can I give away or sell my bib?

You can transfer your bib to another participant up until August 1st only.

After this date no name transfers are permitted.

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6- Do I need to have completed a qualifying event to participate in the full marathon?

We do not have any mandatory qualifying event for the marathon.

However, we strongly recommend that you should have successfully completed at least one 40+km off road running event in preparation for this significantly challenging event.

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7- What is the cutoff time for each distance?

Cutoff for 5km: 1hour

Cutoffs for 10km: 2hours

Cutoffs for Half marathon: 3hours

Cutoffs for Marathon: 7hours

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8- When does the race starts?

All distances at  8:00 A.M. 

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9- Will there be a drop bag area to leave our bags?

Yes, participants of all race categories can benefit from a drop-bag service at the latest 30 minutes before the start, runners bring their drop bag at the designated bag drop booth at the race village.

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10- What will I get for participating?

All the participants will get a t-shirt when collecting their bib and a finisher medal once they finish the race in addition to free photos and personalized videos.

 

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11- Is there going to be prizes for the winners?

Yes, there will be cash prize award and a trophy for the top 3 female and male of each category as the following:

 

42.2KM
1st: SAR 22,000
2nd: SAR 14,000
3rd: SAR 12,000 

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21.1KM
1st: SAR 12,000 
2nd: SAR 8,000
3rd: SAR 5,000  

10KM
1st: SAR 5,000 
2nd: SAR 3,000
3rd: SAR 2,500 

 

5KM

1st: SAR 2,000 
2nd: SAR 1,500
3rd: SAR 1,000 

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In addition to age group awards  medals will be awarded to the top 3 age group winners of the age categories: Under 30, 30-39, and 40+. 

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12- What are the Visa requirements to enter Saudi?

E-visa is now available for nationals of eligible countries; you can start the Visa process by visiting:

https://www.visitsaudi.com/en

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13- What is the local currency? Can I exchange foreign currency here?

The local currency is Saudi Riyals. There are multiple locations for ATMs and currency exchange centers in AlUla. Just type in "Currency Exchange" in google map and you'll find the nearest one to you.

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14- What are the weather conditions Like?

The expected weather of the AlUla by August is to be hot with low of 25°C and and high up to 44°C.

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15- What type of running shoes are recommended for the race?

Road shoes are strongly recommended for all distances above 10 km in this race. For 5k participants, regular running shoes will be fine in dry conditions.

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16- What is the minimum age allowed for participating in AlUla Desert Blaze?​

It depends on the contest as the following:

 5km - 10km:  +16

Half marathon - Marathon: +18 

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17- Can I drive to the start line?​

Yes, you can.  (Click Here To See The Location)

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18- I don't have a car, Is there going to be shuttle busses?​

Yes, shuttle buses will be available at AlUla International Airport on Friday, August 23rd to pick up the participants arriving on Flynas, Qatar Airways and Royal Jordanian Airlines at their arrival time. There will also be shuttle buses on event day to pick up participants from Winter Park, Cloud7, Shaden and Sahary resort to the event village. (Read the athlete guide for more detials)

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19- Can I get a refund if I wasn't able to make it to the race?​

The race refund policy does not allow refund to be processed to any participant unless there's a medical emergency that caused the participant not to be part of the race. A medical report has to be provided to be reviewed by the race management for a decision to be made.