World Trade Centre

26th December

United Arab Emirates

First heat starts at 8:00 am

World Trade Centre

Race Details

A festive, high-energy OCR experience designed to close out the year in style.

The Urbanator Christmas Special brings inflatable and urban obstacle challenges indoors, transforming Dubai World Trade Centre into a fast, fun, and spectator-friendly race environment. Expect short, sharp loops, big atmosphere, and a Christmas twist that makes it perfect for friends, families, and teams.

Taking place during the holiday season, this special edition is built around fun, accessibility, and end-of-year celebration — the perfect way to burn off the festive indulgence and finish 2026 on a high.

Adult Event Categories

  • Urban Adult Course – up to 5km – up to 15 obstacles. Ages 14+

Kids Event Categories

  • Urban Junior course – up to 1km – up to 10 obstacles – Ages 10 -13

Participants between 10-17 years old must have parental consent and be accompanied by a parent or guardian throughout the event. Children must be checked in by a parent or guardian who will observe them as they run.

Race Format

  • 5km race with Arabian Warrior obstacles, standard obstacles and unique Urbanator obstacles.

Race Obstacles

  • Coming soon

Race FAQs

  • A valid photo ID (Required): Don’t leave it in your car! A digital copy on your phone will also be accepted.
  • Participant ticket (Required): Print it out or have it ready on your phone. Your registration confirmation will be sent via email, or you can log in to trumin.com to access your ticket.
  • Card and cash: For food, merchandise, and more!
  • A fresh change of clothes: To embrace triumph and glory after conquering your challenge!
  • A hat and sunscreen: Safeguarding against the mischievous sun’s antics!
  • Water is provided around the course, so there’s no need to carry it on your run.

*Remember to complete your online registration before race day, otherwise you may be delayed at check in.
**Please arrive at least 30 minutes before your heat time to avoid delays at registration.

The event location will be at the Dubai Harbour.

A few days before the event we will send out an Event Info Pack with the pin location and parking options. On arrival there will be directional arrows leading up to the venue and parking area.

Kids and adults run on the same course.

Junior Urbanator heats generally start 40 minutes past the hour. These heats are followed by an empty slot to ensure young racers have plenty of time on course before the next adult heat begins. Racers aged 10 to 13 are allowed in these heats. If you have any concerns, please consult the Arabian Warrior Urbanator team.

Every participant will receive a T-shirt (before the race) and a medal after completing the race.

We recommend a good pair of running shoes with sufficient cushioning and traction. Wear form-fitting, lightweight, breathable exercise gear (always check the weather and adjust accordingly).

Please note: You can wear your Urbanator T-shirt on the course; Collect it upon arrival after completing registration.