Race review
Set for 18 October 2026 at Dataran Air Papan in Mersing, Johor — the gateway to Tioman Island — this JomRun-powered half marathon offers three distances with registration open.
Last updated August 4, 2026
The Mersing Half Marathon Powered by JomRun brings Malaysia's leading race platform to Johor's east coast — Mersing, the mainland gateway to the Tioman Island marine park. Three distances (21K, 10K, 5K) with registration open. Dataran Air Papan is a beachfront esplanade, giving the race a coastal character that most JomRun mall-anchored events lack. October on Johor's east coast is the inter-monsoon period with manageable conditions. For runners wanting a Johor half marathon with a beach-town vibe and Tioman Island as a post-race recovery option, this is a distinctive pick.
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Mersing is the primary mainland departure point for Tioman Island — one of Southeast Asia's best dive and snorkel destinations. [1] A half marathon here combines a coastal Johor road race with one of the region's best post-race island escapes. Air Papan beach provides a seaside start/finish precinct.
A Johor coastal half marathon with Tioman Island recovery potential. Registration open. 18 October 2026 at Air Papan, Mersing. [1]
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18 October 2026 at Dataran Air Papan, Mersing, Johor, Malaysia. It offers 5K, 10K, and 21.1K. Registration is currently open. Mark it on your calendar if you're planning your racing year around it. [1]
Planning to enter? See the full facts — dates, distances, pricing and registration — on the Mersing Half Marathon Powered by JomRun® listing.
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