Taiping Half Marathon 2026

The Taiping Half Marathon 2026 is a 21.1km half marathon held on August 9, 2026 at Dataran Warisan, Taiping, Perak, Malaysia.

Facts last checked August 9, 2026

This edition has already taken place. No future date is listed yet — see other races in Malaysia.

The Taiping Half Marathon 2026 takes place on August 9, 2026, at Dataran Warisan in Taiping, Perak, Malaysia. Runners can choose between 5km, 10km, and 21.1km distances, with the 21.1km half marathon serving as the event's primary race.

Key facts
Date	2026-08-09
Distance Km	21.1, 10, 5
Primary Distance Km	21.1
Price Range	RM45-RM110
Venue	Dataran Warisan, Perak
City	Taiping, Perak
Country	Malaysia

Pros

Multiple distance options (5km, 10km, and 21.1km) accommodate different runner levels
Set in Dataran Warisan, a notable landmark venue in Taiping, Perak

Sentiment breakdown

78/ 100 overall

Course scenery/heritage route88
Organisation/logistics82
Heat and difficulty55
Atmosphere/community85

What people say

“This was my first half-marathon in such intense heat and humidity, so I started conservatively. It's not a personal best, but it's definitely a strong performance under these conditions”
— Vivien Ng (2025 women's 21km winner), quoted in ToughASIA race report · source
“This race is AIMS-certified, which was a big reason I decided to take part”
— Runner quoted in ToughASIA coverage of the 2025 edition · source
“Organising a race like this is always a team effort, and I'm proud of how the entire Taiping community came together to deliver such a seamless experience for our runners”
— Race director Ahmad Azri, quoted in ToughASIA · source
“The flag-off was perfectly on time. No pushing, no chaos.”
— Runner race report on chrisywong.com blog · source
“One hell of a painful lesson but we go again.”
— Runner post on Threads recapping the 2025 race · source

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Frequently asked questions

When is the Taiping Half Marathon 2026?

The Taiping Half Marathon 2026 is scheduled to take place on August 9, 2026. It will be held at Dataran Warisan in Taiping, Perak, Malaysia. Interested participants should note this date when planning their travel and registration, as it marks the official day for all race distances offered at this event.

What distances are offered at the Taiping Half Marathon 2026?

The Taiping Half Marathon 2026 offers three distance categories: 5km, 10km, and 21.1km. The 21.1km half marathon serves as the event's primary distance, making it the featured race, while the shorter 5km and 10km options allow runners of varying experience levels to participate in the event as well.

Where is the Taiping Half Marathon 2026 held?

This race is held at Dataran Warisan, located in Taiping, Perak, Malaysia. The venue serves as the central location for the event, hosting the 5km, 10km, and 21.1km distance categories. Its location in Perak makes it accessible for both local runners and visitors traveling to Taiping for the race.