From fun runs to themed races, hereās a list of exciting kids and family runs happening across Singapore that your little ones will love!
Looking for exciting family-friendly runs in Singapore? If you're searching for an engagingĀ run for kids that you can do together as a family, you have come to the right place! This comprehensive guide brings you the latest information on family-friendly running events across the island.
Dive in to discover the perfect race for you and your little ones, and be sure to check back often as we regularly update this list with new and exciting runs!
Featured Run
SAFRA Fitness Festival ā FitX Junior & Family Challenge
Venue: Singapore EXPO Hall 2Ā
Dates: 26 & 27 Sep 2026 (registration closes 31 Aug 2026)
Fees: From $20Ā
Looking for an exciting way to get active, have fun and bond together as a family? SAFRA Fitness Festival 2026 is a brand-new, NS-inspired sporting event happening at Singapore EXPO. Open to all fitness levels, the festival features the FitX Junior and Families For Life Parent & Child challenges that are specially adapted for young fitness enthusiasts and parents.Ā
At FitX Junior, kids between 7 to 12 years old will be able to compete in an age-appropriate course that tests their strength, agility, endurance and mental resilience and encourages them to discover their full physical potential.Ā
Prefer to team up? The Families For Life Parent & Child category puts family bonding and teamwork centre stage as parent-and-child duos work together to conquer the obstacle course and have fun at the same time!Ā
Beyond the main competition, the two-day festival offers an energy-filled weekend atmosphere filled with trial sessions, group workouts, a wellness marketplace, and live music performances suitable for the whole family. Plus, registered participants in the Junior and Parent & Child categories stand a chance to win $4,400 worth of prizes and walk away with an exclusive FitX Event Pack!
Tickets are available now,Ā
- FitX Junior: $20 (SAFRA member), $25 (SAF/NTUC/PAssion Card) / $30 (Public)Ā
- Families For Life Parent & Child: $50 (SAFRA member), $60 (SAF/NTUC/PAssion Card) / $100 (Public)Ā
Registration closes 31 Aug 2026! So hurry sign up now atĀ SAFRA Fitness Festival
BYKidO Tip: Since the course takes inspiration from National Service physical challenges, practice fundamental movement skills at home beforehandāsuch as broad jumps, crawling, and short sprintsāto give your child a head start and boost their confidence on race day!
More Runs in Singapore for Families
BT21 STAR WALK
Venue:Ā Marina Square & Marina Bay
Date: 12 Sep 2026
Time: 5pm to 9pm
Calling all UNISTARS and BT21 fans! BT21 STAR WALK brings the colourful world of BT21 to Marina Square and Marina Bay with a fun-filled 2km or 5km character-themed walk. Along the route, participants can look forward to BT21-themed checkpoints, interactive questions and photo opportunities, making this a playful evening activity for families and friends. Event packs are priced at $45 for the Basic Pack or $84 for the VIP Pack, with limited availability of 4,500 packs.
The fun starts before race day, with an In-Mall Star Hunt from 31 August to 13 September, where visitors can explore Marina Square, complete challenges and redeem BT21 prizes while stocks last. From 8ā13 September, the Central Atrium will also feature giant BT21 inflatables, photo spots, special merchandise and a star-shaped bouncy castle for children aged 4ā12.
Race-day activities include lucky draws, sponsor booths, workshops and performances, making this more than just a walkāitās a full BT21-themed family experience.
SparkAbility 2026
Date: 19 Sep 2026
Time: 8am - 12pm
Fee: From $15 (Children below 4 years old participate for free but are not entitled to the event T-shirt and goodie bag) | RegisterĀ here
Families are invited to take part inĀ SparkAbility 2026: A Walk for Change, a meaningful community event jointly organised by SPD and Samaritans of Singapore (SOS). Held at The Meadow, Gardens by the Bay, the inaugural event brings together the former SPD Ability Walk and SOSā Spark the Change Fest to raise awareness for disability inclusion and suicide prevention.
Participants can choose between a 3km or 5km walk, making the event accessible for families with young children while enjoying the scenic surroundings of Gardens by the Bay. Beyond the walk, an interactive Activity Village offers hands-on experiences, games, exhibitions, performances, and experiential stations that encourage conversations about empathy, mental well-being, and inclusion.
Each registered participant receives an event T-shirt by Skechers, goodie bag, finisherās gift, food and drinks, as well as a complimentary Singapore River cruise by Water B. Children below four years old can participate for free (without event entitlements). BYKIDO readers can enjoy an additional 10% discount with promo code BYKIDO10, on top of prevailing early bird rates.
Yellow Ribbon Run 2026
Venue:Ā The Kallang
Date: 20 Sep 2026
Time: 7am - 11am
Fee: From $45 | RegisterĀ here
The Yellow Ribbon Run 2026 returns on 20 September 2026 with a brand-new city route atĀ The Kallang, bringing together individuals, families, and communities to champion second chances and support the reintegration of ex-offenders.
This year's edition introduces a new 888m Parent-Child Run for children aged 4ā12 and their parent or guardian, alongside the popular 5km and 10km categories, making it easier than ever for families to get involved.
Participants will enjoy scenic routes around the National Stadium before celebrating at a lively post-run carnival promoting hope, acceptance, and inclusion. In the lead-up to race day, visitors can also explore the Yellow Ribbon Project Pop-up Store at Kallang Wave Mall (14ā20 September), featuring inmate-created artwork, baked treats, coffee, and exhibitions highlighting rehabilitation and reintegration.Ā
The Kiprun Singapore 2026
Date:Ā 27 Sep 2026
Fee: From $10 | Registration now open
REALĀ® Run 2026
Venue: Punggol Digital District
Date: 3 Oct 2026
Time: 3.30pm to 7.30pm
Fee: From $20
Celebrate the 30th edition of HomeTeamNS REALĀ® Run with a family-friendly day of movement, play and bonding. New this year is the 1.6km T-Play Fun Walk, created for families with children aged 12 and below. In collaboration with T-Play Khatib, the Peranakan-inspired walk features screen-free activities including capteh, card games and interactive challenges, culminating in a bubble-filled celebration. The Fun Walk flags off at 6pm, and one adult can accompany each registered child for free. Participants will also receive a limited-edition Peranakan Fun Walk Tee, with one set of entitlements per registration.
Parents looking for a bigger challenge can take on the 5km Run ($55 members/$65 public) or 10km Race ($60 members/$70 public), while the scenic route offers waterfront views and greenery around Punggol Promenade. After crossing the finish line, families can continue the day at the Race Village at Punggol Coast Mall, with dining and retail options to explore.
Registration closes 9 September 2026.
PAZZION x World Vision Singapore Global 6K for Water
Venue: Marina Bay Sands Waterfront Promenade
Date: 3 Oct 2026
Time: 8am
Fee: $6
Make your steps count this Childrenās Day weekend at the PAZZION x World Vision Singapore Global 6K for Water, a meaningful 6km walk-and-run supporting access to clean water for 12,000 children across Africa and Asia. The symbolic distance reflects the average journey many children make each day to collect water, helping participants better understand the challenges faced by communities without safe, accessible water.
Choose to walk, jog or run through Marina Bay, taking in views of the Helix Bridge and Marina Barrage, before enjoying post-event refreshments. The firstĀ 200 registrants will also receive an exclusive goodie bag worth S$90, including PAZZION merchandise, vouchers and treats from participating brands. Registration is open from 14 August, with a personal profile page provided for each participant to share and raise support for the cause.
Move for Hope 2026
Date: 10 Oct 2026
Time: TBC
Fee: $30
Make every move count with Move for Hope 2026, an annual fundraising initiative supporting youths who need access to mental health care. Participants can take on their own challengeāwhether walking, running, swimming, cycling, scooting, skating, lifting or any activity that gets them movingāand rally family and friends to support their fundraising efforts.
The challenge runs from 31 July to 31 October 2026, while online donations remain open until 30 November. Registration is open from 31 July to 4 September, with a $30 registration fee. Participants can take part individually or form a team, making this a flexible way for families and friends to get active while supporting a meaningful cause.
An event day will also take place on 10 October 2026, with the time and venue to be announced. Whether you participate in the challenge, attend the event or simply donate, every contribution helps make mental health support more accessible to young people.
Pink Ribbon Walk 2026
Venue: Punggol Digital District @ The Nexus
Date: 24 Oct 2026, registration closes 30 Sep 2026
Time: 4 pm
Fee: from $25
This October, the annual Pink Ribbon Walk returns in honour of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, bringing survivors, supporters, families and friends together to support the breast cancer community and raise awareness of early detection.
Choose between a 3KM or 5KM in-person route at Punggol Digital District @ The Nexus or take part virtually by clocking 42.195KM anytime from 1ā31 October.
On 24 October, enjoy live performances, photo spots, and a best dressed contest. Also look out for the Bosom Buddies Roadshow from 10AMā9PM, featuring family-friendly activities and games and a Pink Warriors-led bazaar.
HCA Hospice's Walk With Me 2026
Venue: Fort Canning Park (Fort Gate)
Date: 1 Nov 2026, 8 am
Fee: $39Ā
Join HCA Hospice at Fort Canning Green for a special 1.8 km walk where heritage, stories, games and community come together.
Walk With Me 2026 sees aĀ shorter route this year, allowing participants more time to slow down, pause and discover the stories hidden within one of Singapore's most iconic landmarks.
Every step you take helps HCA Hospice continue walking alongside patients and families through life's most difficult moments, bringing comfort, dignity and support while Creating Good Days along the way.
PokƩmon RUN 30: Singapore Edition
Venue: The KallangĀ
Dates: 7 & 8 Nov 2026
Fee: $138
PokƩmon is celebrating its landmark 30th anniversary in a massive way, bringing a brand-new, immersive PokƩmon RUN 30 to Singapore.
This is not just a run, it combines a highly interactive 4km fun run with a massive, free-entry festival ground packed with exclusive merchandise, gaming zones, and the iconic Pikachu Parade.
Designed specifically with families, children, and casual fans in mind, the 4km route transforms a standard run into an active, gamified story! Imagine you are starting your Trainer adventure and choose your first partner PokƩmon to accompany you on the trail, you will be conquering gyms and collecting PokƩmon to fill up your event PokƩdex along the way! By the time you cross the finish line, your partner PokƩmon will "evolve" alongside you.
There will also be a free-to-enter Festival Zone with Pikachu Parade & Meet and GreetsĀ as well as a PokĆ©mon Experience ZoneĀ for more celebratory fun!Ā
Stay tune to PokĆ©mon RUN 30Ā for more updates!Ā Ā
Run For Inclusion 2026
Venue: HomeTeamNS Bedok ReservoirĀ
Dates: 7 Nov 2026
Time: 4pm onwards
Fee: From $38
The Run For Inclusion (RFI) 2026 returns for its 12th edition with the theme āTogethernessā, bringing Persons with Special Needs (PWSN), caregivers and the wider community together through sport. Organised by Runninghour Co-operative Limited, the event offers three race categories: 4km Run, 8km Run, and a new Relay Run, where teams of four each complete 2km before handing over to the next runner. The 4km run flags off at 4.15pm, while the 8km and Relay Run start at 4pm.
The signature Blindfold Run also returns, inviting sighted participants to run blindfolded while being guided by a fellow runnerāan experience that encourages trust, communication and greater understanding of visual impairment. To make inclusive sport more accessible, 1,000 complimentary entries are available for PWSN and caregivers, subject to availability. Public registration starts from $38 for the 4km, $58 for the 8km, and $88 per Relay team. Each PWSN participant may register one caregiver for a complimentary entry. Registration is now open.
BYDĀ Singapore International Marathon 2026
Venue: City Course (TBC)
Dates: 4 - 6 Dec 2026
Fee: from $50 (Kids Dash)
The BYD Singapore International Marathon presented by adidas (formerly known as the Standard Chartered marathon) is probably the biggest running event in Singapore. It attracts lots of serious runners in the 42km marathon and 21km half-marathon, but did you know that it also offers Kids Dash options for families?Ā
Families can sign-up their kids for the 600m or 1.6km Kids Dash, or if you are up for the challenge, 5km and 10km runs are also available.Ā
Participants will even get to take home a race pack worth up to S$175, home-grown artist-designed adidas BYD Marathon finisher and Kids Dash participant tees that double as wearable art, and a premium, engravable finisher medal.Ā
The Kids Dash race pack includes a Dash Bag, Wet Bag, adidas Kids Tee and Finisher medal!Ā
Registration is open now, so do check out https://singaporeinternationalmarathon.com/ now! Registration closes on 30 September 2026
