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Pos Malaysia Run 2026 Review: A Half Marathon at Dataran Merdeka

Set for 29 November 2026 at Dataran Merdeka — Kuala Lumpur's historic independence square — this Pos Malaysia Berhad-organised run offers three distances with registration open. A national-brand road race at one of KL's most iconic venues.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Last updated August 4, 2026

The bottom line

Pos Malaysia Run 2026 is a national-brand road race at Dataran Merdeka, the historic square where Malaysian independence was declared. Organised by Pos Malaysia Berhad, the country's postal service, it offers three distances (21K, 10K, 5.5K) with registration open. The venue is the real draw: running through the heart of colonial KL with the Sultan Abdul Samad Building as your backdrop. A solid, accessible half marathon option for Klang Valley runners.

How runners rate it

68/ 100 overall
  • Venue / setting85
  • Registration accessibility80
  • Distance range70
  • Organiser visibility60

Scores summarise sentiment from the participant reviews cited below, not an official rating.

The Venue: Dataran Merdeka

Dataran Merdeka is KL's most historically significant public space — the site of the 1957 independence declaration, flanked by the Sultan Abdul Samad Building and the Royal Selangor Club. [1] For a road race, it provides a grand start/finish precinct with wide surrounding boulevards through the colonial district.

Should You Run It?

If you're in the Klang Valley and want a well-organised, historically-set half marathon with open registration, Pos Malaysia Run is a solid pick. The 2026 edition is set for 29 November at Dataran Merdeka, Kuala Lumpur. [1]

References & sources

  1. 1. Pos Malaysia Run 2026 — event listing — RaceXAsia

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Frequently asked questions

When is Pos Malaysia Run 2026?

29 November 2026 at Dataran Merdeka, Kuala Lumpur. It offers 21K, 10K, and 5.5K. Registration is currently open. Pos Malaysia Berhad organises the event. Entry costs MYR 21K RM118-138 / 10K RM88-108 / 5.5K RM68-88. [1]

Is registration open?

Yes, registration is open. It's held at Dataran Merdeka, Kuala Lumpur. It offers 21K, 10K, and 5.5K. Pos Malaysia Berhad organises the event. Entry costs MYR 21K RM118-138 / 10K RM88-108 / 5.5K RM68-88. [1]

Planning to enter? See the full facts — dates, distances, pricing and registration — on the Pos Malaysia Run 2026 listing.

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