The 16th edition of the Dhiraagu Maldives Road Race (DMRR), the nation’s only international road race sanctioned by the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS), is scheduled for Friday, 24 October 2025, at Hulhumalé Central Park. Featuring a World Athletics-certified route and recognised on the AIMS World Running Calendar, the event attracts participants from the Maldives and overseas.
Participants can sign up for the Half Marathon, 10 K, 5 K Single, or the new 5 K Corporate Team category (for groups of four from offices or resorts). In addition, this year also marks the expansion into Fuvahmulah with the debut of the Dhiraagu Fuvahmulah Run, marking the first internationally certified race held outside Greater Malé.
DMRR continues its longstanding partnership with child protection NGOs, a pillar of Dhiraagu’s CSR efforts. A total cash prize of MVR 256,000 will be awarded across all categories, and special grant funding will support NGO initiatives. Registration is now open for NGOs until 30 June 2025.
Previous editions have made significant impact: the 2024 race raised MVR 680,850 for 12 NGO partners dedicated to child welfare . Dhiraagu also provides a MVR 200,000 grant divided equally among the top five NGOs nominated by runners.
Race Details at a Glance
- Date & Venue: 24 October 2025, Hulhumalé Central Park
- Distances: Half Marathon, 10 K, 5 K Single, 5 K Corporate Team
- Entry Deadline for NGOs: 30 June 2025
- Prize Money: Total MVR 256,000
- Charity Focus: Child protection, with stalls and fundraising opportunities for registered NGOs
As the Maldives’ largest and most prestigious annual running event, DMRR is expected to attract thousands of runners, boosting community engagement and healthy lifestyles . It also enhances tourism appeal through the new Fuvahmulah leg, supporting local economy and showcasing natural scenery.
Runners and NGOs can find full details at the official DMRR website, www.dmrr.mv.
