One great way to stay fit when living in Singapore is to take advantage of the countless running events both on the island and abroad. There are so many to choose from, from themed fun runs and runs for kids, to full-fledged marathons and triathlons (even aquathlons!). Whether you’re a newbie to races or a running enthusiast, it’s a great way to keep fit and see some of the wonderful sights this region has to offer. Note: some registration dates are closing soon, so get your entry confirmed today!
NUS Bizad Charity Run 2020
This annual fundraising event is back for its 10th edition this January. Proceeds will go to TOUCH Community Services (elderly care). Runners can choose to take part in a 5km fun run or a 10km race.
Where: National University of Singapore
When: 11 January 2020
Price: From $30
More: Sign up now.
Singapore Aquathlon
This annual race has various categories to choose from, including a kids’ distance with a 200-metre swim and a one kilometre run. Sign up as an individual or in a team.
Where: Casuarina Grove, East Coast Park
When: 19 January 2020
Price: From $55
More: Get a spot now.
Metasprint Series Aquathlon
At this swim-run challenge, you can participate individually or as a team. There are also categories just for kids and youth.
Where: Sentosa
When: 9 February 2020
Price: Various prices
More: Registration closes on 23 January. Sign up now.
Garang Warrior Ultra
At this race, runners will need to complete as many loops as they can from 7am until 7pm. The minimum distance for each participant is one loop, which is 4km.
Where: MacRitchie Reservoir
When: 15 February 2020
Price: From $88
More: Registration closes on 7 January. Register now.
Marina Run
Enjoy a scenic run around Marina Bay at this annual race. Take your pick from a 5km Fun Run, 21km, 30km and 10km routes.
Where: Gardens by the Bay East
When: 15 February 2020
Price: From $48
More: Get a spot now.
Relay for Life
This race by the Singapore Cancer Society (SCS) aims to celebrate the lives of those who battled cancer and remember loved ones lost.
Where: National Stadium
When: 15 to 16 February 2020
Price: From $25
More: Registration closes on 24 January or when all spots are take up. Sign up now.
Run For Light
The race has four categories to choose from: 10km, 5km fun run, blindfold walk and Ekiden 5km challenge (teams of five).
Where: Punggol Waterway Park
When: 22 February 2020
Price: From $35
More: Sign up now.
Run for Hope
This charity run aims to raise awareness, funds and support for cancer research. Participants can choose to take part in a 3.5km family walk/run or 10km run.
Where: Marina Barrage
When: 23 February 2020
Price: From $35
More: Registration closes on 2 February. Sign up now.
Tokyo Marathon
Head to Japan for one of their largest races. Take part in the marathon or 10km race.
Where: Tokyo, Japan
When: 7 March 2020
Price: From $83
More: Registration closes on . Sign up now.
Bright Vision Hospital Charity Walk
With the aim to raise $250,000 to support patients, participants will walk 3.8km and participate in fun challenges inspired by the Korean Running Man variety show.
Where: Esplanade Park
When: 7 March 2020
Price: From $38
More: Registration closes on 24 February. Sign up now.
Metasprint Series Duathlon
Participate individually or as a team. With a run-bike-run format, the race also has distances just for the little ones.
Where: F1 Village
When: 8 March 2020
Price: Various prices
More: Registration closes on 20 February. Sign up now.
Miri Marathon
Head to Sarawak and take part in the Miri marathon this year. There are three distances: 10km, 21km and 42km.
Where: Stadium Miri, Miri, Sarawak, Malaysia
When: 22 March 2020
Price: From $20
More: Get a spot now.
Tour de Bintan
At this bike race, take your pick from various distances, from 17km to 140km.
Where: Bintan, Indonesia
When: 27 to 29 March 2020
Price: From $95
More: Registration closes on 12 March. Get a spot now.
Forest Force 50
Back for its 2nd edition, the race has three trail race routes: 15km, 25km and 50km.
Where: MacRitchie Reservoir
When: 29 March 2020
Price: From $55
More: Registration closes on 6 March. Get a spot now.
Safari Zoo Run
Back for its 12 edition, the event has both competitive and non-competitive runs, from 2km to 12 km distances.
Where: Singapore Zoo, Night Safari and River Safari
When: 29 March 2020
Price: From $40
More: Registration closes on 15 March. Get a spot now.
Bedok Reservoir Ultramarathon
Back for its eighth edition, the race consists of a 4.3km route around the reservoir.
Where: Bedok Reservoir
hen: 4 April 2020
Price: From $108
More: Registration closes on 29 February. Sign up now.
2XU Compression Run
The race is back for its 10th edition in April. Take your pick from 5km, 10km and 21.1km distances. Runners can enjoy F&B and entertainment at the race village.
Where: F1 Pit Building
When: 5 April 2020
Price: From $47
More: Registration closes on 20 March. Sign up now.
Metasprint Series Triathlon
Want a challenge? Swim, bike and run at this exciting race in April.
Where: East Coast Park
When: 19 April 2020
Price: Various prices
More: Registration closes on 2 April. Sign up now.
OSIM Sundown Marathon
Challenge yourself with a21.1km marathon or 42.195km full marathon. There are also shorter distances such as the 5km fun run, 10km individual race or 10km team challenge.
Where: F1 Pit Building
When: 23 May 2020
Price: From $35
More: Get a spot now.
Laguna Phuket Marathon
Head to Thailand for the annual Phuket marathon. There are a couple of categories on offer: marathon, marathon relay, half-marathon, 10.5km, 5km and a 2km kids run.
Where: Phuket
When: 13 to 14 June 2020
Price: From $26
More: Registration closes on 15 February. Sign up now.
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