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Dubai gears up for Terry Fox Run
The 2008 Dubai Terry Fox Run (DTFR), one of the largest charity events to raise money for cancer research, is scheduled to take place on Friday, 15th February, at Mamzar Park.
- Staff Report
- Published: 15:17 February 6, 2008
- More than 10,000 people took part in the Terry Fox Run held in 2007 in Dubai.
- Image Credit: Supplied Picture
Dubai: The 2008 Dubai Terry Fox Run (DTFR), one of the largest charity events to raise money for cancer research, is scheduled to take place on Friday, 15th February, at Mamzar Park.
Participants can walk, run, cycle, skate or rollerblade the 8.4km distance.
The run has once again become the official Dubai Shopping Festival event.
"We are delighted and highly appreciative of the fact that the DSF Office has granted us this official status," said DTFR Chairperson, Judy Rickatson.
"There is no minimum registration fee charged to participate in the event. Simply show up on the run day and complete a donation form. School and corporate participation is welcome. Simply go to www.dubaiterryfoxrun.com for more information," added Rickatson.
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