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Set for 19 September 2026 at Darulaman Park in Jitra, Kedah, this BDB Leisure-organised half marathon offers three distances with registration open. A northern Malaysian race with state-government backing.
Last updated August 4, 2026
The Jitra Half Marathon is a state-government-backed Kedah road race, organised by BDB Leisure (a subsidiary of Bina Darulaman Berhad, Kedah's state development corporation). Three distances (21K, 10K, 5K) with registration open. Darulaman Park provides a contained, park-based race precinct with dedicated roads and facilities. Jitra is a town in northern Kedah, roughly 30 minutes from Alor Setar and close to the Thai border. For runners wanting a northern Malaysian half marathon with government backing and open registration, this is a solid pick.
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Jitra is a town in northern Kedah — Malaysia's 'Rice Bowl' state, known for its paddy fields, its laid-back atmosphere, and its proximity to the Thai border. [1] BDB Leisure's state-government connection gives the race institutional backing. Darulaman Park is a landscaped recreational area with dedicated roads.
A government-backed northern Malaysian half marathon with open registration. 19 September 2026 at Darulaman Park, Jitra. [1]
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19 September 2026 at Darulaman Park, Jitra, Kedah, Malaysia. It offers 21.1K, 10K, and 5K. Registration is currently open. BDB Leisure Sdn. Bhd. (anjuran Bina Darulaman Berhad) organises the event. Entry costs RM80/65/50 (Early Bird until 31 May 2026), RM95/85/65 (1 Jun-31 Jul 2026) for 21km/10km/5km. [1]
Planning to enter? See the full facts — dates, distances, pricing and registration — on the Jitra Half Marathon 2026 listing.
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