Mersing Half Marathon Powered by JomRun®

A half marathon event held on October 18, 2026 at Dataran Air Papan in Mersing, Johor, Malaysia, offering 5km, 10km, and 21.1km distances.

Facts last checked September 30, 2026

This edition was cancelled. The organiser cancelled the race, citing unstable air quality, and turned it into a virtual run from 18 October to 6 November 2026. No future date is listed yet — see other races in Malaysia.

The Mersing Half Marathon Powered by JomRun® is scheduled for October 18, 2026, at Dataran Air Papan in Mersing, Johor, Malaysia. Runners can choose from three distances: 5km, 10km, and the primary 21.1km half marathon.

Key facts
Date	2026-10-18
Distance Km	21.1, 10, 5
Primary Distance Km	21.1
Registration Deadline	2026-10-17
Venue	Dataran Air Papan
City	Mersing, Johor
Country	Malaysia
Organizer	JomRun
Event Status	Cancelled
Event Status Note	The organiser cancelled the race, citing unstable air quality, and turned it into a virtual run from 18 October to 6 November 2026.

Pros

Multiple distance options (5km, 10km, 21.1km) suit different fitness levels
Scenic venue at Dataran Air Papan in Mersing, Johor

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Frequently asked questions

When is the Mersing Half Marathon Powered by JomRun® held?

The Mersing Half Marathon Powered by JomRun® is scheduled to take place on October 18, 2026. The event will be held at Dataran Air Papan, located in Mersing, Johor, Malaysia, giving runners a specific date to plan their travel and training around this upcoming race.

What distances are offered at this race?

The race offers three distance options for participants to choose from: 5km, 10km, and 21.1km. The 21.1km half marathon serves as the primary distance for the event, while the shorter 5km and 10km options provide alternatives for runners seeking less demanding distances.

Where is the race venue located?

The race takes place at Dataran Air Papan, which is situated in Mersing, a town in the state of Johor, Malaysia. This venue serves as the starting point for all three distance categories offered at this event: the 5km, 10km, and 21.1km half marathon.