On 5 December 2025, runners from across Jordan and beyond will gather in the coastal city of Aqaba for the Red Sea Half Marathon. The event includes three distances — 21.1 km, 10 km, and 4.2 km — offering a race for every ability. The route follows a scenic course along the Red Sea shoreline, framed by golden desert mountains and sparkling blue waters. Known for its warm winter climate, flat terrain, and festive atmosphere, this race is ideal for those seeking both performance and beauty. With its motto “Run for a Cause,” the event promotes health, community spirit, and tourism while providing a memorable destination race experience in southern Jordan.
Races
On Friday, 5 December 2025, the Ayla Red Sea Half Marathon starts at the scenic Ayla Oasis development in Aqaba and finishes at the shores of the Red Sea in the Great Arab Revolt Square, organised by the Jordanian Marathon Association in partnership with Ayla Oasis Development Company. The route winds through the coastal city’s iconic urban-seafront setting, combining heritage, tourism and sport in one memorable 21-kilometre run.
Also held on Friday, 5 December 2025, the Ayla 10 km race offers runners a shorter, accessible distance over part of the larger half-marathon route in Aqaba, Jordan, organised by the same team. This 10-kilometre option delivers the finish-line experience of the big event with less distance and still plenty of seaside scenery.
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FAQs
What is the Red Sea Half Marathon?
How long is the Red Sea Half Marathon?
Where does the Red Sea Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Red Sea Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Red Sea Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Red Sea Half Marathon?
On Friday, 5 December 2025, the Ayla Red Sea Half Marathon starts at the scenic Ayla Oasis development in Aqaba and finishes at the shores of the Red Sea in the Great Arab Revolt Square, organised by the Jordanian Marathon Association in partnership with Ayla Oasis Development Company. The route winds through the coastal city’s iconic urban-seafront setting, combining heritage, tourism and sport in one memorable 21-kilometre run.
The Red Sea Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Red Sea Half Marathon takes place in Aqaba, Jordan.
Runna classifies the Red Sea Half Marathon elevation profile as Rolling.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Red Sea Half Marathon?
On Friday, 5 December 2025, the Ayla Red Sea Half Marathon starts at the scenic Ayla Oasis development in Aqaba and finishes at the shores of the Red Sea in the Great Arab Revolt Square, organised by the Jordanian Marathon Association in partnership with Ayla Oasis Development Company. The route winds through the coastal city’s iconic urban-seafront setting, combining heritage, tourism and sport in one memorable 21-kilometre run.
How long is the Red Sea Half Marathon?
The Red Sea Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Red Sea Half Marathon take place?
The Red Sea Half Marathon takes place in Aqaba, Jordan.
What is the elevation gain of the Red Sea Half Marathon?
Runna classifies the Red Sea Half Marathon elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Red Sea Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Red Sea Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Red Sea 10km?
How long is the Red Sea 10km?
Where does the Red Sea 10km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Red Sea 10km?
How can I prepare for the Red Sea 10km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Red Sea 10km?
Also held on Friday, 5 December 2025, the Ayla 10 km race offers runners a shorter, accessible distance over part of the larger half-marathon route in Aqaba, Jordan, organised by the same team. This 10-kilometre option delivers the finish-line experience of the big event with less distance and still plenty of seaside scenery.
The Red Sea 10km is 10km long.
The Red Sea 10km takes place in Aqaba, Jordan.
Runna classifies the Red Sea 10km elevation profile as Rolling.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Red Sea 10km?
Also held on Friday, 5 December 2025, the Ayla 10 km race offers runners a shorter, accessible distance over part of the larger half-marathon route in Aqaba, Jordan, organised by the same team. This 10-kilometre option delivers the finish-line experience of the big event with less distance and still plenty of seaside scenery.
How long is the Red Sea 10km?
The Red Sea 10km is 10km long.
Where does the Red Sea 10km take place?
The Red Sea 10km takes place in Aqaba, Jordan.
What is the elevation gain of the Red Sea 10km?
Runna classifies the Red Sea 10km elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Red Sea 10km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Red Sea 10km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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Sport:
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Tags:
Fun Run
Kid friendly
Coastal
Nature
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