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ELOPURA MARATHON SANDAKAN
Sandakan, Malaysia
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+1
MYRegional Running Calendar
Running Calendar Races in Sabah: Races, Trails & Competitions
12 verified events (4 confirmed dates) and 37 races in Races in Sabah with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events124 confirmed dates
Competitions37Races & courses
Distances5 - 226 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+2,734 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Borneo International Marathon
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunSeaside & Coast
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Mount Kinabalu Climbathon
Kinabalu Park, Malaysia
Date to be announcedDate TBA
24.05 km
MountainNature & Off-Road+2
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Ironman of Malaysia
Kuah, Malaysia
November 21, 2026Date confirmed
226 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+4
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Ironman 70.3 Langkawi
Kuah, Malaysia
November 21, 2026Date confirmed
113 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+4
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Penang Bridge International Marathon
Bukit Mertajam, Malaysia
December 13, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+1
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Kuala Lumpur Marathon
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
October 2, 2027 to October 3, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunNight Run+1
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Twincity Marathon
Cyberjaya, Malaysia
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km12 km10 km+1
City RunNight Run+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | ELOPURA MARATHON SANDAKAN | Sandakan, Sabah, MY | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Borneo International Marathon | Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, MY | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Mount Kinabalu Climbathon | Kinabalu Park, Sabah, MY | Trail Running | 24.05 km |
| Date to be announced | Twincity Marathon | Cyberjaya, Selangor, MY | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km12 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Miri Marathon | Miri, Sarawak, MY | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Score Marathon | Putrajaya, Putrajaya, MY | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Duo Highway Challenge | Subang Jaya, Selangor, MY | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Sarawak Energy Isthmus Run | Kuching, Sarawak, MY | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 21, 2026 | Ironman of Malaysia | Kuah, Kedah, MY | Triathlon | 226 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 | Ironman 70.3 Langkawi | Kuah, Kedah, MY | Triathlon | 113 km |
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 13, 2026 | Penang Bridge International Marathon | Bukit Mertajam, Penang, MY | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2027 - Oct 3, 2027 | Kuala Lumpur Marathon | Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, MY | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in Sabah (Malaysia, Sabah) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 37 individual races, including 4 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Triathlon, and Trail Running. Key host locations include Sandakan, Kota Kinabalu, Kinabalu Park, and Kuah. Notable events in the selection include ELOPURA MARATHON SANDAKAN, Borneo International Marathon, and Mount Kinabalu Climbathon.
Race distances span from 5 km to 226 km, reaching up to +2,734 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Sabah includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Races in Sabah?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 37 individual races in Races in Sabah. A total of 4 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include ELOPURA MARATHON SANDAKAN, Borneo International Marathon, and Mount Kinabalu Climbathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Sabah?
Events in Races in Sabah focus on Road Running, Triathlon, and Trail Running. Course distances range from 5 km entry-level races up to 226 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Sandakan, Kota Kinabalu, Kinabalu Park, and Kuah.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Sabah?
The most selective courses in Races in Sabah climb up to +2,734 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Races in Sabah?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.