Terms & Conditions

1.1 These Terms & Conditions (the "Agreement") govern registration for and participation in the Marina Home Dubai Creek Striders Half Marathon & 10KM 2027 (the "Event"), taking place on 10 January 2027 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

1.2 The Event includes two race formats only: the Half Marathon (21.1km) and the 10KM.

1.3 Dubai Creek Striders is the legal organiser of the Event. Marina Home is the Event title sponsor and is referenced in the Event title for sponsorship and branding purposes only.

1.4 By registering or participating, you agree to be legally bound by this Agreement. This Agreement applies to all entry channels, including direct, invited, complimentary, club, partner, sponsor, group, ambassador, and promotional entries approved by Dubai Creek Striders.

1.5 This Agreement is governed by the laws of the United Arab Emirates. Participant disputes shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of Dubai, UAE.

3.1 Entry is available only through channels approved by DCS. DCS accepts no responsibility for registrations attempted through unofficial resellers or unauthorised third parties.

3.2 By registering, you warrant that all information you provide is true, accurate, complete, and kept up to date.

3.3 You confirm that you are medically fit, suitably trained, and capable of safely participating in your chosen distance.

3.4 Entries are issued solely for personal participation. Entries may not be used for commercial, promotional, hospitality, giveaway, competition, fundraising, or advertising purposes without DCS's prior written approval.

3.5 Minimum age requirements are:

4.1 Entry Fees are set by DCS and processed through the Official Registration Platform.

4.2 A Participant may request a refund through the Official Registration Platform until 30 November 2026. All approved refunds under this clause are subject to a 25% administrative fee, and the Participant will receive back 75% of the amount paid for the entry to the original payment method used at registration.

4.3 From 1 December 2026 onward, all entries are strictly non-refundable under all circumstances, including but not limited to injury, illness, personal emergency, travel disruption, visa refusal, scheduling conflict, or change of mind.

4.4 DCS is not responsible for travel, accommodation, visa, insurance, or any other ancillary costs incurred by Participants in connection with the Event.

4.5 Transfers are not permitted under any circumstances. An entry may not be reassigned, substituted, gifted, sold, auctioned, swapped, or otherwise passed to another person.

4.6 Deferrals are not permitted under any circumstances. Entries cannot be postponed to a future DCS event or to a later edition of this Event.

5.1 Any registered Participant may choose the Virtual Option after registering if they are unable or unwilling to participate in person on race day.

5.2 The Virtual Option is not a transfer, deferral, or refund. It is an alternative participation method offered by DCS at its sole discretion under the conditions in this Clause.

5.3 Participants using the Virtual Option must complete their chosen distance independently and submit proof to race@dubaicreekstriders.com no later than 31 March 2027.

5.4 DCS will review submitted proof acting reasonably and may request clarification or additional evidence before approving a Virtual Option completion.

5.5 Virtual Participants do not receive an in-person race bib and do not appear in official race results, rankings, prize standings, or awards.

5.6 Approved Virtual Participants may collect a race bag and medal from DCS only after satisfactory proof is accepted. Collection is in person only unless DCS expressly agrees otherwise in writing.

6.1 Every in-person Bib is personal and non-transferable. Race numbers are linked to participant identification, emergency information, and timing records.

6.2 The following are strictly prohibited:

7.1 Participation in the Event is voluntary and involves inherent risks, including but not limited to falls, collisions, road and pavement hazards, crowding, traffic interfaces, heat, humidity, dehydration, exhaustion, cardiac events, and other medical emergencies.

7.2 By registering, you knowingly and voluntarily assume all known and unknown risks associated with participation in the Event and accept responsibility for your own safety and wellbeing.

7.3 Participants must follow the marked route, remain alert to their surroundings, and comply with all instructions from marshals, medical personnel, police, security staff, and DCS officials.

8.1 You confirm that you are physically fit, adequately trained, and medically able to complete your chosen distance safely.

8.2 DCS strongly recommends that Participants seek medical clearance before taking part if they have any health concerns or relevant medical history.

8.3 You consent to receiving first aid, emergency treatment, evacuation, or other medical assistance considered necessary by Event medical personnel or emergency responders.

8.4 You authorise DCS and Event medical teams to use and share relevant emergency and treatment information where reasonably necessary for Participant safety and Event operations.

8.5 Participants are responsible for providing accurate emergency contact information and disclosing relevant medical conditions where requested by DCS.

8.6 Any medical decision made in the interests of participant safety, including refusal to start, withdrawal from the course, or hospital transfer, is final and binding.

9.1 Any Event insurance carried by DCS does not replace a Participant's responsibility to arrange their own suitable personal cover.

9.2 Participants are strongly advised to obtain, at their own cost, personal accident insurance, medical cover, and any travel insurance relevant to their participation.

9.3 DCS is not liable for costs arising from personal injury, medical treatment, evacuation, hospitalisation, travel changes, or similar losses beyond the extent required by applicable law.

10.1 DCS reserves the right to change, shorten, reroute, delay, postpone, suspend, or cancel the Event, or any part of it, where reasonably required for safety, operational, legal, or logistical reasons.

10.2 DCS may also modify Event procedures, start times, collection arrangements, venue access, race format, support services, or cut-off enforcement where needed.

10.3 If the Event is changed, postponed, or cancelled due to Force Majeure or safety concerns, DCS shall not be liable for travel, accommodation, visa, or other consequential costs incurred by Participants.

10.4 DCS will use reasonable efforts to notify Participants of material changes using the registered email address and other official DCS communication channels.

11.1 All Event branding, commercial rights, results data, official photography, video, and related content belong to DCS or its licensors and partners.

11.2 By participating, you grant DCS a worldwide, royalty-free right to use your name, likeness, voice, bib number, results, and Event imagery for legitimate Event, promotional, editorial, archival, and marketing purposes without compensation.

11.3 DCS may share participant data with registration providers, timing companies, medical teams, service providers, and operational partners where reasonably necessary for Event delivery.

11.4 Official results may include Participant name, age category, nationality where collected, bib number, and finish time.

11.5 Participants may contact race@dubaicreekstriders.com with questions relating to image use or Event data handling.

12.1 Participants must comply with all Event rules, course markings, marshal instructions, and official notices issued by DCS.

12.2 The following conduct may result in disqualification, removal, or a future ban:

13.1 To the fullest extent permitted by UAE law, DCS excludes liability for personal injury, illness, death, property damage, loss, theft, delay, inconvenience, indirect loss, or consequential loss arising before, during, or after the Event.

13.2 Nothing in this Agreement excludes liability where such exclusion is prohibited by law.

13.3 Where liability cannot lawfully be excluded, DCS's total liability to any individual Participant shall not exceed the Entry Fee paid by that Participant.

14.1 DCS may update these Terms & Conditions, race rules, or official instructions before race day where reasonably necessary. Continued registration or participation constitutes acceptance of those updates.

14.2 If any provision of this Agreement is found unenforceable or invalid, the remainder shall remain in full force and effect.

14.3 This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between DCS and the Participant in relation to Event registration and participation.

15.1 Participants will be notified by email by DCS no later than one week before race day of the dates, times, and Dubai location for collection of the full race pack.

15.2 Race packs, including the Bib and any distributed Event items, must be collected during the published collection windows only.

15.3 Packs will not be distributed after the published collection dates and times, and will not be taken to the start line. Participants must ensure collection is completed before race day.

15.4 Unless DCS expressly states otherwise, race packs will not be distributed on race day.

15.5 Photo identification matching the registration may be required for collection.

15.6 A proxy may collect a race pack only if the proxy presents the documents and identification required by DCS.

16.1 The Bib must be securely attached to the front of the Participant's shirt, vest, or race belt and remain clearly visible throughout the race.

16.2 Participants must not fold, obscure, alter, or tamper with the Bib or its timing components.

16.3 Participants must complete all required timing points and identification checks as part of the official results process.

16.4 Participants may be required to complete emergency contact and medical information in the format instructed by DCS.

17.1 Participants must start in the pen, batch, or area assigned by DCS and line up in accordance with official Event instructions.

17.2 DCS may assign starting pens based on expected pace, race format, Bib number, operational planning, or safety considerations.

17.3 Participants who miss their assigned start process or fail to follow pen instructions may be delayed, reassigned, or refused permission to start.

17.4 The Half Marathon has a published cut-off of 3 hours, including a checkpoint requirement at approximately 7km within 1 hour 10 minutes, subject to any race-day update issued by DCS.

17.5 The 10KM has a published cut-off of 1 hour 45 minutes, subject to any race-day update issued by DCS.

17.6 Participants who miss a cut-off or checkpoint must comply immediately with marshal instructions and may be withdrawn, redirected, or recorded as not finishing in the original format.

18.1 Participants must follow the full marked course and all route signage.

18.2 Shortcuts, unauthorised deviations, bypassing timing mats, or leaving the designated route to gain an advantage are prohibited and may result in disqualification.

18.3 Participants remain responsible for their own safety and for acting cautiously at road crossings, narrow paths, steps, shared surfaces, or any other hazard points identified by DCS or marshals.

18.4 Participants must not obstruct emergency vehicles, medical teams, or Event operations.

19.1 DCS may provide hydration, nutrition, and medical services at locations and to a standard determined by operational requirements.

19.2 Participants must dispose of cups, bottles, gel packets, and other waste responsibly and as directed by DCS.

19.3 Participants needing assistance must alert the nearest marshal, official, or medical team member as soon as reasonably possible.

20.1 Any baggage facility offered by DCS is used entirely at the owner's risk.

20.2 DCS accepts no liability for loss, theft, delay, or damage affecting personal belongings left at baggage storage, start areas, finish areas, venues, or elsewhere in connection with the Event.

20.3 Access to on-site facilities, hospitality areas, breakfast areas, showers, and similar services is subject to the arrangements and entry conditions published by DCS.

21.1 Official results are determined by DCS and its appointed timing provider based on registered participation, timing records, and compliance with Event rules.

21.2 DCS may publish preliminary and final results after applying any necessary checks or corrections.

21.3 Only eligible in-person Participants may appear in official results and awards.

21.4 Prize, trophy, or medal collection processes are subject to race-day procedures published by DCS. DCS may require winners to be present in person or to follow a post-event collection process specified by DCS.