Want to test your grit and physical limit in some of the most naturally beautiful, yet scorching locations on earth? The AlUla Desert Blaze returns on August 24, 2024, where athletes, adventurers, and badasses will compete across 5, 10, 21 and 42km distances in one of the most daring footraces ever. And for those with the determination of David Goggins, the winner will be walking away with AED 172k in cash prizes.
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Tickets are currently available for all four races – 5km (AED 68), 10km (AED 117), 21km (AED 195), and 42km (AED 342) – with men and women of all fitness levels competing for the chance to overcome this exceptionally unique sporting event.
Hegra, Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO Heritage Site, marks the starting line for runners in the 5, 10, and 21km races. For those determined to take on the perilous 42km trail, the journey starts in the depths of the Ashar Valley at Maraya, the iconic mirrored concert hall.
The AlUla Desert Blaze is a key event in the year-round AlUla Moments calendar, showcasing the city’s breathtaking historic landscape that features sandstone cliffs, picturesque oases, and farmland.
AlUla hosts a variety of sporting events, including the AlUla Camel Cup, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Endurance Cup, the AlUla Tour Cycling event, and the winter AlUla Trail Race.
These blood pumping events continue to promote the sustainable development of sports and adventure in the region, cementing AlUla’s reputation as a top destination for some of the most indelible experiences on the planet.