The organising committee of the Dubai 24 Hour Walkathon have announced a brand new route for the second running of this unique event, which will be flagged off from the Sunset Mall on November 23.

After a successful debut event last year, which saw His Highness Sheikh Mansour Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum and Her Royal Highness Princess Haya Bint Al Hussein take part to raise awareness about diabetes, the unique Dubai 24HR Walkathon, organised by Dubai Sports Council, is back.

There will be six hydration stations along the route, while food and entertainment kiosks will be available at rest stations every 5km. Ambulances with registered nurses, police escorts and marshals will be onsite to ensure the safety of everyone, while ample parking spots will be available for both participants and spectators.

What: DXB 24HR Walkathon

When: Starts 7.30am on Thursday, November 23

Where: From Sunset Mall, Jumeirah Beach Road, Dubai

Who can take part: Anyone above the age of 12.

Format: Teams of 20 members which will be divided into four groups of five participants each and only one group is allowed to walk at any given time.

Registration: Open until November 19. Please visit http://www.dubaisc.ae/HBMIEn# for further information.