Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB) will organise the “Tigers Obstacle Race” on Saturday, January 17, 2026, starting from Khorfakkan Amphitheatre, as part of its agenda to promote community sports amid the city’s natural beauty and iconic tourist landmarks along the eastern coast.
This year’s edition features newly added obstacles distributed across selected locations in Khorfakkan, offering participants a thrilling sporting experience that combines speed, strength, and agility, making the event a highly anticipated destination for challenge enthusiasts.
The race tracks have been designed to suit all ages and fitness levels, with children participating in 600-metre and 1,200-metre races, while amateur runners will compete in a 4-kilometre course. The 8-kilometre race is open to all participants, including professionals, who will compete for cash prizes worth AED 18,000 awarded to the top three male and female winners.
The event is expected to attract a wide range of participants from different age groups, with cash awards for the top three finishers. The race, starting at 7:00 a.m. and running until 5:00 p.m., promises an extraordinary adventure for sports and obstacle race lovers.
The “Tigers Obstacle Race” highlights Khorfakkan’s status as a global destination for adventure tourism and reaffirms the role of sports in enhancing quality of life, within an atmosphere full of enthusiasm and competitive spirit.
