The Music Run To Make Its Dubai Debut At T100 Triathlon Festival

September 6, 2024

Global fun-run series "The Music Run" set to launch in Dubai as part of the highly anticipated Dubai T100 World Tour event weekend and the 2024 Dubai Fitness Challenge.

London, UK/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The Professional Triathletes Organisation (PTO) has announced that the world-renowned fun run series, The Music Run, is set to make its debut in the region as part of the Dubai T100 Triathlon weekend on Saturday 16 November 2024. Bringing its blend of music, fitness, and entertainment to the iconic Meydan Racecourse.

The Music Run has become a global phenomenon since its inception, captivating fitness enthusiasts and music lovers with its unique concept. Unlike a typical fun run, The Music Run features a 5km course lined with speakers pumping out a curated playlist, creating a vibrant atmosphere from start to finish. The event culminates in a high-energy music festival experience headlined by leading, local DJs.

The event’s Dubai edition will be held at the iconic Meydan Racecourse, famous for hosting the Dubai World Cup horse race, and offers a picturesque backdrop for runners and spectators alike. This marks the first time The Music Run will be hosted in the Middle East, following successful editions across the globe including Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, South Africa, Thailand and the Philippines. The Dubai event is expected to draw more than 10,000 participants, from seasoned runners to casual walkers to mums and dads pushing strollers, all eager to experience this one-of-a-kind event.

The Dubai T100 Triathlon and The Music Run will be integral components of the month-long 2024 Dubai Fitness Challenge, a city-wide initiative that challenges residents and tourists to commit to 30 minutes of daily activity for 30 days, to help kick-start long-term healthy habits. The Dubai Fitness Challenge has become a significant part of the city’s fitness culture, and a gateway to a more active, fitter future, inspiring thousands to take up new activities, improve their health, and connect with others through shared fitness goals. By incorporating The Music Run, the organisers aim to provide another fun and engaging way for participants to meet their daily exercise goals while enjoying the vibrant energy of Dubai’s fitness community.

“Driven by the visionary leadership of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, Dubai Fitness Challenge is more than just a fitness initiative,” commented Ahmed Al Khaja, CEO of Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE). “It is a call to integrate physical activity into everyday life, with benefits extending well beyond the event for a sustained, healthier lifestyle. This year, in alignment with His Highness’s vision to transform Dubai into one of the world’s most active cities and solidify its status as a top wellness destination, we are collaborating with global partners to deliver world-leading experiences. The Dubai T100 Triathlon weekend exemplifies this ambition. Additionally, we’re eager to see how The Music Run, one of the event’s key highlights, will motivate participants to achieve their 30×30 goals and adopt a more active, healthier lifestyle.”

Sam Renouf, CEO of the PTO – organisers of the T100 Triathlon World Tour – added: “The addition of The Music Run to the T100 weekend schedule is a testament to the city’s growing reputation as a hub for world-class sporting and entertainment events. With its diverse population and love for innovation, Dubai is the perfect location for The Music Run’s regional debut, and the event is set to be a highlight of the Dubai T100 Triathlon weekend. Whatever your age or fitness level – I encourage you to gather your friends and join the run party this November.”

As well as seeing the world’s top 20 male and top 20 female professional triathletes – including multiple Olympic and World Champions – race head-to-head as part of the Dubai T100 Triathlon weekend, it is also offering amateur triathletes the unique chance to race over the same 100km format (2km swim, 80km bike, 18km run), as well as offering a shorter Sprint distance (750m swim, 20km bike & 5km run) to encourage more people into the sport. Topped off with an event village and festival area, including food trucks, entertainment, and interactive activities, making it an ideal outing for families, friends, and anyone looking to enjoy a festival atmosphere.

Tickets for The Music Run are on sale now at https://themusicrun.ae/ For more information on the Dubai T100 Triathlon weekend, including how to register, event schedules and venue details, visit https://t100triathlon.com/dubai/participate/

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Anthony Scammell E: Anthony.Scammell@protriathletes.org

About Professional Triathletes Organisation (PTO)

The PTO is a sports body that is co-owned by its professional athletes, seeking to elevate and grow the sport of triathlon and take it to the next level. The T100 Triathlon World Tour is the new name for the PTO Tour and has been designated by World Triathlon as the ‘official World Championship for long distance triathlon’. It is a season-long schedule of eight T100 races during 2024 that will be competed over 100km (2km swim, 80km bike and 18km run) and will feature the world’s best triathletes going head-to-head in Miami (9 March), Singapore (13-14 April), San Francisco (8-9 June), London (27-28 July), Ibiza (28-29 September), Lake Las Vegas (19-20 October), Dubai (16-17 November) and at the World Championship (29-30 November). There will also be racing opportunities for amateurs at all the events, including the new 100km distance at six stages, including: Singapore, London, Ibiza, Lake Las Vegas, Dubai and at the Grand Final. The global broadcast shows the races live around the world in 195+ territories, courtesy of the PTO’s partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery as well as a range of other international, regional and local broadcasters.

About The Music Run

The Music Run™ is the only international 5km running series with music every step of the way. The ‘Soundtrack’ run course features speakers pumping the ultimate running playlist from start to finish. After the run, participants can choose to party at the Main Stage or soak up the festival vibes in the Music Village. Launched in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in 2014 by Fresh Events Asia, The Music Run’s mission is to inspire people to ‘live the beat’ and lead more active lifestyles. To date, it has been experienced by over 350,000 runners across 42 events in 13 countries.