Tangkak Merdeka Half Marathon 2026

A 21.1 km half-marathon held at Dataran Tangkak, Tangkak, Johor, Malaysia on August 16, 2026.

Facts last checked July 20, 2026

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

The Tangkak Merdeka Half Marathon 2026 is a half-marathon event scheduled for August 16, 2026, held at Dataran Tangkak in Tangkak, Johor, Malaysia. The race offers a 21.1 km distance for participants.

Key facts
Date	2026-08-16
Distance Km	21.1
Primary Distance Km	21.1
Venue	Dataran Tangkak, Johor
City	Tangkak, Johor
Country	Malaysia

Pros

Takes place at a clear, named venue: Dataran Tangkak, Johor
Offers a standard, well-defined half-marathon distance of 21.1 km
Set on a specific, confirmed date of August 16, 2026

What people say

“Tourism Johor pun dah keluarkan kenyataan bagi 3 acara SoldOut Event. Iskandar Johor Half Marathon Kluang Half Marathon Tangkak Merdeka Half Marathon · Rosak semua sebab organizer ni.”
— Community post on Threads (@infolarianmalaysia) · source
“Whatsapp tak reply dah, kita call pula number not in service..”
— Update post on the event's official Facebook page · source

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Frequently asked questions

When is the Tangkak Merdeka Half Marathon 2026?

The Tangkak Merdeka Half Marathon 2026 is scheduled to take place on August 16, 2026. This date is confirmed as part of the race's core facts, marking it as an event held around the Malaysian Merdeka period in Tangkak, Johor, Malaysia.

What distance is offered at this race?

The Tangkak Merdeka Half Marathon 2026 offers a single primary distance of 21.1 kilometers, which is the standard half-marathon distance. This makes it a straightforward event for runners specifically seeking a half-marathon distance challenge in Johor, Malaysia.

Where does the race take place?

The Tangkak Merdeka Half Marathon 2026 is held at Dataran Tangkak, located in Tangkak, Johor, Malaysia. This venue serves as the starting point for the event, situated in the Tangkak area of Johor state within Malaysia.