Published: 5 February 2025
Participants can choose from 21-km Half Marathon, 10-km race, 5-km race, and a 1-km Fun Run
The Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) has revealed the first edition of its Half Marathon 2025, set to take place on Tuesday, February 11, at Lusail Boulevard as part of Qatar National Sports Day celebrations.
The Half Marathon will feature four main categories catering to different age groups and fitness levels.
Participants can choose from the 21-kilometer Half Marathon, the 10-kilometer race, the 5-kilometer race, and a 1-kilometer Fun Run designed for children aged 6 to 14 years.
The Half Marathon will commence at 6:00 AM, followed by the 10-kilometer race at 7:00 AM.
The 5-kilometer race will begin at 7:30 AM, with the 1-kilometer Fun Run scheduled for 8:30 AM.
Officials highlighted the strong turnout, with more than 100 nationalities already registered, and registration will remain open until Feb. 9 through QOC’s digital platforms.
Addressing a press conference, Chairman of the QOC Half Marathon Organizing Committee Sheikh Suhaim bin Mohammed Al-Thani stated that the event aims to promote a strong sports culture in Qatar while encouraging the community to take part in physical activities.
Extensive preparations have been made to ensure a smooth and safe race, including carefully planned race routes in coordination with all relevant authorities.
Operational measures include on-site security teams, real-time traffic management, and emergency response coordination managed by the Lusail Command and Control Center, which will oversee all race-related activities. Head of the Marketing Committee Sheikh Abdullah bin Saud Al-Thani highlighted the QOC’s broader plans for National Sports Day, including a series of diverse activities at Team Qatar Village in Al Sa’ad Plaza, Lusail.
“Alongside the Half Marathon, QOC will host a range of sports and entertainment activities in collaboration with several national sports federations. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in sports such as athletics, football, basketball, handball, shooting, volleyball, boxing, Qatar Paralympic Committee, and martial arts.
