Decathlon Run 2026 Review | SM MOA Pasay, Philippines

Name: Decathlon Run 2026 Review | SM MOA Pasay, Philippines
Item: Decathlon Run 2026
Author: Run SEA

Decathlon Run 2026

Decathlon Run 2026 is a half-marathon event on August 30, 2026, at SM Mall of Asia, Pasay, Philippines.

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Facts last checked August 25, 2026

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Decathlon Run 2026 is a half-marathon event scheduled for August 30, 2026, at SM Mall of Asia in Pasay, Philippines. Organized by Runrio under the Decathlon Run brand, the event offers three distance options: 21.1km, 10km, and 5km, with the half-marathon serving as the primary distance.

The bottom line

The Decathlon Run is billed as Decathlon Philippines' 9th Anniversary Run, expected to pull around 8,000 runners to the SM Mall of Asia Complex -- the largest shopping mall in the Philippines and a well-known Manila Bay-side venue with straightforward access and infrastructure. A 3am gun start with an ambulance sweep from 7am is standard RunRio-series logistics, as are the strict 15-minute flag-off rule and the non-transferable, non-refundable registration terms. It's a large, reliably organised community race rather than a scenic or unusual one -- the appeal is scale and a familiar, easy-to-reach venue, not novelty.

Key facts
Date	2026-08-30
Distance Km	21, 10, 5
Primary Distance Km	21.1
Organizer	Runrio (brand: Decathlon Run)
Venue	SM Mall of Asia, Pasay
City	Pasay
Country	Philippines

A 9th Anniversary Run at the Philippines' Largest Mall

This is billed as the Decathlon Philippines 9th Anniversary Run, expected to draw around 8,000 runners to the SM MOA Complex in Pasay. ^[1] SM Mall of Asia sits within a reclaimed area along Manila Bay at the southern terminus of EDSA and is the largest shopping mall in the Philippines by floor area -- a venue built to handle large crowds and events, which suits a race of this scale. ^[2]

Three Distances, Early Start

Distances offered are 5KM, 10KM, and 21KM, all starting at Ocean Drive corner Seaside Blvd. ^[1] Gun start is early morning at 3:00am, with a course sweep by ambulance beginning at 7:00am to collect remaining participants -- standard timing for a large-field RunRio-organised event held before the day's heat builds.

Strict Race-Day Rules

Participants must start within 15 minutes of their category's flag-off time or be disqualified with no official result issued. ^[1] Registration is non-transferable and non-refundable, and there's no on-site registration or race-day kit claiming -- kits must be collected during the scheduled pre-race period. Wheelchairs, bikes, skates and strollers are not permitted on course, and organisers state they aren't liable for lost or damaged items left at baggage tents.

Protests and Practical Notes

Result protests must be filed in writing within one hour of results being posted and require a ₱5,000 fee -- consistent with the terms used across other RunRio-brand events in this research batch. ^[1] These are firmly community-race logistics: straightforward, well-tested, and unforgiving of last-minute changes.

Should You Run It?

If you want a large, easy-to-reach race at a landmark Manila venue with reliable RunRio-standard organisation, the Decathlon Run's 9th Anniversary edition on 30 August 2026 delivers exactly that. It's not a scenic or unusual course, but for runners who value convenience and scale over novelty, it's a solid choice -- just collect your kit in advance and start on time.

References & sources

1. RunRio — Decathlon Run race calendar — RunRio
2. SM Mall of Asia — Wikipedia — Wikipedia

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Pros

Multiple distance options (21.1km, 10km, 5km) accommodate different fitness levels
Convenient, accessible venue at SM Mall of Asia, Pasay
Organized by Runrio, an established name behind the Decathlon Run brand

Cons

No pricing or race-day logistics information currently provided

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Frequently asked questions

What distances are offered at Decathlon Run 2026?

Decathlon Run 2026 offers three distance categories for participants to choose from: a 21.1km half-marathon, which serves as the primary distance for the event, along with 10km and 5km options. This range allows runners of different experience levels and training backgrounds to take part in the race.

Where is Decathlon Run 2026 taking place?

The race will be held at SM Mall of Asia, located in Pasay, in the Philippines. This venue serves as the starting point and hub for the event, making it a notable landmark location for participants traveling to take part in the race.

When is Decathlon Run 2026 scheduled?

Decathlon Run 2026 is scheduled to take place on August 30, 2026. This date marks the event day when runners across the 21.1km, 10km, and 5km distance categories will gather at SM Mall of Asia in Pasay, Philippines, to participate.

When and where is the Decathlon Run 2026?

30 August 2026 at the SM Mall of Asia Complex in Pasay, starting at Ocean Drive corner Seaside Blvd. It's billed as Decathlon Philippines' 9th Anniversary Run, with organisers expecting around 8,000 runners across 5K, 10K and 21K categories. [1]

What time does the race start?

Gun start is 3:00am, with an ambulance sweep beginning at 7:00am to collect remaining participants. Runners must start within 15 minutes of their category's flag-off time or face disqualification with no official result issued. [1]

Can I register or collect my kit on race day?

No -- there is no on-site registration or race-day kit claiming. Kits must be collected during the scheduled pre-race claiming period, and registration is non-transferable and non-refundable once completed. [1]

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