Sukoon Insurance and Bupa Global’s Dubai Canal Run welcomed more than 3,000 participants for its seventh edition, highlighting growing community interest in fitness, wellbeing and active living.
Held on 25 October 2026 at Al Safa Park in Dubai, the event recorded a significant increase in participation compared with approximately 1,900 runners in 2025. The run brought together individuals, families, corporate teams, customers, brokers and business partners for a morning dedicated to physical activity and community engagement.
Participants could choose from 3 km, 5 km and 10 km race distances, making the event accessible to people with different fitness levels and encouraging more residents to incorporate exercise into their routines.
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Paul Uriarte, General Manager, Bupa Global Middle East, said: “The Dubai Canal Run is a great example of how community initiatives can make healthy living more engaging and accessible. The enthusiasm of the runners, families and corporate teams reflects a growing appetite for experiences that bring people together through physical activity. It is this collective spirit that makes the event so meaningful, and we look forward to seeing it continue to inspire more people to take an active approach to their wellbeing.”
The event also attracted corporate teams from A&O Shearman, Airbus and Dentsu, alongside broker partners Marsh, Howden, Lockton and Acora Insurance Brokers LLC. Ahmad Haffar, known as the Voice of Dubai, hosted the event, while the top three finishers across age groups and race categories were recognised for their achievements.
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Now in its seventh year, the Dubai Canal Run continues to provide a platform for community participation and healthier lifestyle choices. The latest edition reinforces the role of accessible fitness initiatives in encouraging individuals and organisations to prioritise wellbeing.
