Run For Gaza
Wadi Degla Protectorate, EG 
16 Feb 2024 GENERAL INFO
The Run For Gaza is a special running race taking place on Friday, February 16th at Wadi Degla Protectorate. Runners can select from a timed 5K race or the 1K Fun Run for young runners and their families.
All proceeds from the Run For Gaza will directly benefit the citizens of Gaza, providing urgent humanitarian aid during this trying time.
Make sure to sign up today to take part in the Run For Gaza, where your participation will positively impact those in need.
All proceeds from the Run For Gaza will directly benefit the citizens of Gaza, providing urgent humanitarian aid during this trying time.
Make sure to sign up today to take part in the Run For Gaza, where your participation will positively impact those in need.
Run for Gaza takes place at Wadi Degla Protectorate near Maadi in Cairo. Both distances will begin and end right next to the entrance of the Protectorate, where participants will be able to park their cars and leave their belongings. The race will be organised in the lower portion of Wadi Degla, with runners taking on a relatively flat race course in the middle of the valley, with surfaces ranging from hard-packed dirt, sand, and gravel.
- Participants will be able to park at the entrance of the Protectorate. Carpooling is encouraged.
- Toilets are available at the Start & Finish Line.
- There is no baggage claim. Participants are encouraged to leave their belongings in their cars.
- Medical care at the Start & Finish Line and on the race course is provided by the Egyptian Red Crescent
Race Day Friday 16 February
8:00 Arrival of runners and check in
9:00 5KM Race Start
10:00 1KM Fun Run Start
10:30 Awards Ceremony for 5KM Race
11:00 Closing Remarks
Upon arrival in the morning, all runners will have to check in and present the following:
9:00 5KM Race Start
10:00 1KM Fun Run Start
10:30 Awards Ceremony for 5KM Race
11:00 Closing Remarks
Upon arrival in the morning, all runners will have to check in and present the following:
- Valid Photo Identification (National ID card or passport)
- Email confirmation of their ticket purchase
Runners will then receive their Race Number.
Runners must complete the entire prescribed distance for their race by walking or running without any help. Only runners with a race number can enter the race course, and this applies to parents as well.
Runners of the 5K will be timed using the MyLaps Timing System and will receive their full ranking after they cross the finish line. Awards will be presented to the overall male and female winners in the 5K Race. The 1K Fun Run is untimed. All participants in the 1K Fun Run will receive participation medals.
Prize Money
The overall male and female winners in the 5K race will receive the following prize money
- 1st Place..........EGP 10,000
- 2nd Place.........EGP 7,000
- 3rd Place..........EGP 5,000
· 5K Race............EGP 400
· 1K Fun Run.....EGP 300
Ticket Terms & Conditions:
1. Payment of tickets can be made online (highly recommended for instant confirmations) or through cash deposits at CIB Bank.
2. The Final Registration Deadline will be on 10 February 2024.
3. Members can cancel their tickets before the Final Registration Deadline and receive the amount paid as credit in their electronic wallet. The credit can then be used to purchase a new ticket, either for any other event organised by The TriFactory. If a runner cancels their ticket following the Final Registration Deadline, they will not be eligible for a refund.
4. Tickets cannot be transferred/resold to other participants under any circumstances.
5. At the school premises, participants need to present a valid photo ID along with their email confirmation in order to receive their Race Number.
Registration Procedures:
To book your race ticket, you will first create a new account and then select your race and complete your purchase through one of two ways:
- Online Payment:
Use your Credit Card to pay online (this option is highly recommended and you will receive an instant confirmation of your registration).
- Online Payment:
Use your Credit Card to pay online (this option is highly recommended and you will receive an instant confirmation of your registration).
- Cash Payment:
1. Make a cash deposit/transfer to The TriFactory bank account at CIB (Account Number: 100029925709
Account Name: TriFactory)
2. Send the bank slip to our email tickets@thetrifactory.com
3. The credit deposited in the bank account will be made available on your online account within 48 hours of sending the email confirmation to us
4. Register for your chosen race using the credit in your account
1. Make a cash deposit/transfer to The TriFactory bank account at CIB (Account Number: 100029925709
Account Name: TriFactory)
2. Send the bank slip to our email tickets@thetrifactory.com
3. The credit deposited in the bank account will be made available on your online account within 48 hours of sending the email confirmation to us
4. Register for your chosen race using the credit in your account