A Sports-Drink Brand's Signature Series
This is the Bandung leg of the Pocari Sweat Run Indonesia series, offering 21.1K and 10K distances. [1] Pocari Sweat is a well-known electrolyte sports drink brand across Asia, and races carrying its name typically emphasize hydration support and heat-conscious race management -- directly on-brand for the sponsor's core product.
Bandung: A Cooler Highland Capital
Bandung is the capital of West Java province and Indonesia's third-largest city after Jakarta and Surabaya, sitting on a plateau nearly 730 metres above sea level roughly 180km southeast of Jakarta. [2] That elevation gives it a notably mild, pleasant climate compared to lowland Indonesian cities -- a genuine advantage for distance running compared to the humid coastal venues that dominate much of this research batch.
A Cultural and Educational Hub
Beyond its climate, Bandung is the centre of Sundanese cultural life, home to institutions like the Bandung Institute of Technology, and was the site of the historic 1955 Bandung Conference that symbolized the Non-Aligned Movement. [2] That gives race weekend genuine destination appeal beyond the run itself, for travellers who want to combine the race with sightseeing.
Venue Still Unconfirmed
As of this writing, the exact start venue within Bandung has not been stated in available race material -- only the city itself is confirmed.
Should You Run It?
If you want a brand-backed, hydration-focused race in one of Indonesia's most climate-friendly cities for distance running, the Pocari Sweat Run's Bandung leg on 19 September 2026 is an appealing choice. Just wait for the official venue confirmation before locking in travel plans, since the exact start point hadn't been announced at the time of this research.