Emiratis Council for Balanced Development launches Emirates Villages Run Series

Under the patronage of Sheikh Theyab Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Martyrs’ Families Affairs and Chairman of the Emiratis Council for Balanced Development, the council has announced the launch of the Emirates Villages Run Series.

Organized within the framework of the Year of Community 2025, the series is in partnership with Adnoc and in collaboration with sports councils, municipalities, and tourism authorities across the Emirates.

The initiative aims to promote healthy lifestyles and encourage wider community participation in sports.

Open to families, women, youth, senior citizens, people of determination, schools, companies, and sports clubs, the races provide an inclusive and safe environment for all.

The race calendar kicks off on October 11 in Qidfa, Fujairah, followed by Masfout, Ajman on October 18 and Al Rams, Ras Al Khaimah on October 25. The series then moves to Falaj Al Mualla, Umm Al Quwain on November 1, Dibba Al Hisn, Sharjah on November 22, and Al Lisaili, Dubai on November 29, before concluding with the final race at Al Shuwaib, Abu Dhabi on December 6.

A total prize pool of Dhs500,000 will be awarded across the series. Beyond competition, the runs serve as a cultural and community platform, showcasing the UAE’s diverse landscapes and rich heritage.

Traditional Emirati performances will highlight national identity and heritage while promoting cultural and tourism opportunities in villages across the Emirates. The series reflects the leadership’s commitment to community engagement, volunteerism, and shared responsibility, fostering unity and collective progress.

The Emirates Villages Run Series (EVRS) is a first-of-its-kind nationwide community initiative powered by the Emirates Council for Balanced Development and supported by Adnoc.

Taking place across all seven emirates, the series brings together people, culture, and tradition through running, with each race hosted at unique heritage and community landmarks. Open to all fitness levels, EVRS promotes health, wellness, and unity, while offering participants the opportunity to progress towards major UAE events such as the Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon.