From fun runs to themed races, here’s 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 engaging 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 Runs

The Great Ocean Dash 2025

Venue: Sentosa, Palawan Beach
Dates: 23 Nov 2025, 8 am - 12 pm
Fees: from $55 (registration closes 14 Nov 2025)

The Great Ocean Dash offers the ultimate combination of family fun and environmental action. It is the flagship event of a nationwide ocean conservation campaign, perfectly appealing to parents who seek engaging, purposeful activities for their children.

Hosted at the scenic Palawan Green in Sentosa, the event features two non-competitive categories. Families with younger children (aged 4 to 12) are encouraged to join the manageable 3KM Fun Run, where a dedicated Family Bundle allows a and parent and child to participate together. Older children and teens (aged 13 and above) can tackle the 5KM Fun Run. Each category comes with a VIP option where you will get a Meet & Greet pass to meet with your favourite SpongeBob SquarePants characters!

This run is uniquely anchored by the playful charm of SpongeBob SquarePants, transforming the serious issue of marine conservation into a shared family adventure. Participants not only run with purpose—supporting the campaign’s goal to remove 30,000kg of marine litter—but are rewarded with an official event shirt, a comprehensive race pack, and a commemorative Finisher Medal at the end.

After crossing the line, the celebrations continue at a vibrant SpongeBob-themed Fun Festival, ensuring the day is packed with memorable photo opportunities and educational games. It is a fantastic opportunity to model environmental stewardship while bonding through fitness.

More info & registration: thegreatoceandash.com.

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Other Runs

Run For Hope 2025

Venue: Marina Barrage
Date: 23 Nov 2025
Time: 6.30am
Fee: from $35 | Early bird discounts till 13 Jul 2025

Run For Hope returns on 23 November 2025 at Marina Barrage for its 32nd edition!

Organised by Four Seasons Hotel Singapore and the National Cancer Centre Singapore (NCCS), this meaningful, non-competitive run offers 5km and 10km distances, suitable for all fitness levels. All proceeds go directly to support life-changing cancer research. Participants are encouraged to set up personal fundraising pages to maximise their impact. Early bird rates start at $35 (5km) and $50 (10km), available until 13 July 2025.

Beyond the race, enjoy wellness booths, lucky draws, games, and more—all in the spirit of hope and community.

AIA Christmas Merry-thon 2025

Venue: Rainforest Wild ASIA
Dates: 5 and 6 Dec 2025, 9 am - 6 pm
Admission: $20 per pax per day

Held across two magical days, the AIA Christmas Merry-thon invites families, friends, and AIA policyholders for a meaningful experience filled with festive activities, interactive checkpoints, and exclusive tapir-themed collectibles. As you explore the rainforest trail, enjoy live carols, dazzling photo spots, and engaging experiences for all ages at the Merry Zone.

Create lasting memories, enjoy seasonal activities, and walk for a meaningful cause — all in the spirit of health, joy, and giving.

Proceeds from tickets, plush charms and accessories go towards the AIA Better Lives Fund, supporting children with special needs, youth-at-risk, and their families through the Community Chest.

Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon

Photo credits: https://www.singaporemarathon.com/

Venue: Marina Bay 
Date: 6 - 7 Dec 2025
Time: 4.30 am / 6.30am
Fee: from $44 

One of the most iconic marathons in Singapore, the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon 2025 is set to take place from 6 to 7 December, promising another extraordinary celebration of running and unity. From the start at the F1 Pit Building to the finish at the historic Padang, the running routes will offer a multitude of moving postcards of the Lion City, taking runners through a blend of heritage architecture, panoramic waterfronts, lush gardens, and vibrant city streets.

Kids can join the Kids Dash (800m), a race category designed specially for children aged 12 to experience the thrill of competition, and feel the joy of being part of a major event.

For the first time, this year’s SCSM will see the Half Marathon and Marathon held on separate days. Additionally, the Kids Dash, formerly held on Friday evenings, will move to Saturday morning, joining the main race weekend and allowing families to share in the race-day excitement together.

Pricing for the Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, Ekiden race (team of 4 runners) and Kids Dash are $197, $175, $131, $99, $545 (per team of 4) and $44 respectively.

Baby Shark Run 2026

Venue: Marina Barrage
Date: 17 Jan 2026
Time: 6.45am - 10am
Fee: from $68.88

Get ready to “doo-doo-doo” your way through the Baby Shark Run 2026, a fun and friendly 2km or 4km family run taking place at Marina Barrage on 17 January 2026.

Kids and parents can enjoy a lively morning race with no timing pressure—just smiles, giggles, and lots of Baby Shark cheer! Participants will receive a race tee, finisher medal, drawstring bag, socks, tumbler with sticker, race bib, refreshments, and an e-certificate, with optional event merchandise like a quick-dry towel or special edition jersey to take home.

Race pack collection happens on 16 January 2026 (2pm–8pm) right at Marina Barrage. Perfect for first-time young runners and families looking for an adorable weekend outing, registration closes 15 January 2026—so dive in early and secure your fin-tastic race slots before they swim away!

Capybara Run 2026

Venue: Marina Barrage
Date: 17 Jan 2026
Time: 7am
Fee: from $58.88

Get ready for a fin-tastic morning at the Capybara Run 2026, a fun and family-friendly event on 17 January 2026 at Marina Barrage.

The run features 2 km and 4 km Fun Run categories suitable for kids and adults of all fitness levels, offering a cheerful, non-competitive environment. Participants will receive an official event jersey, finisher medal (for finishers only), race bib, tote bag, cardholder, quick-dry towel, e-certificate, and light refreshments. Additional merchandise options are available for those looking to bring home special keepsakes.

Race pack collection will take place on 16 January 2026 from 2 PM to 8 PM at Marina Barrage (in front of the fountain). Registration closes on 15 January 2026 at 11:59 PM, so families are encouraged to sign up early for a memorable morning with the beloved capybara!

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