Marathons & running events – are you ready?

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!

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
Price: Various prices
More: Registration closes on 20 February. Sign up now.

Supersports 10 Mile International Run Thailand 2020 – Hatyai

Head to Thailand in March for the Supersports 10 Mile International Run. There are three distances to choose from: three, five and 10 miles.

Where: Central Festival Hatyai
When: 15 March
Price: Various prices
More: Registration closes on 8 March. 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Price: Various prices
More: Registration closes on 2 April. Sign up now.

Star Wars Virtual Run

Participants can choose to pledge their allegiance to the Light or Dark side. Choose run 5.4 kilometres or 40 kilometres. You can clock your distances anywhere, from the treadmills at your gym to running paths in your neighbourhood. Download the MOVE Run Tracker app to participate.

When: 4 to 31 May
Price: From $25
More: Sign up now.

OSIM Sundown Marathon

Challenge yourself with a 21.1km 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
Price: From $35
More: Get a spot now.

Supersports 10 Mile International Run Thailand 2020 – Bangkok

Head to Thailand in March for the Supersports 10 Mile International Run. There are two distances to choose from: five and 10 miles.

Where: CentralWorld, Bangkok
When: 24 May
Price: Various prices
More: Registration closes on 10 May. Sign up 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
Price: From $26
More: Registration closes on 15 February. Sign up now.

Gold Coast Marathon 2020

The international marathon offers eight races including the Village Roadshow Theme Parks Gold Coast Marathon, Wheelchair Marathon, ASICS Half Marathon, Wheelchair 15km, Garmin 4 km Junior Dash and Garmin 2 km Junior Dash.

Where: Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia
When: 4 to 5 July
Price: From $45
More: Register 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: 16 August
Price: From $35
More: Sign up now.

Ground Zero Run 2020

Organised by Mercy Relief, the run challenges participants to experience a disaster survivor’s journey, from the disaster site to collecting supplies. Choose from a 5km and 10 km race. There’s also a kids dash for young ones.

Where: Marina Barrage
When: 6 September
Price: From $20
More: Sign up now.

Serengeti Girls Run

Held in partnership with Singita’s non-profit fund Grumeti Fund, this three-day 63 km run will allow runners to encounter wildlife and scenery as they cover 21 km each day.

When: 27 October to 1 November
Price: From $4,855 per person (twin-sharing)
More: Email info@grumetifund.org

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: 21 November
Price: From $38
More: Registration closes on 31 October. Sign up now.

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Lindsay Yap

Living in Singapore all her life, Lindsay loves finding out what's on and fun around town. Besides binge-watching sitcoms and pigging out on her favourite hawker food, she enjoys exploring new places and is constantly adding to her travel wish list!