Tag: Malaysia Marathon

The Malaysia Sarong Music Run 2025 (MSMR 2025) turned the heart of Kuala Lumpur into a vibrant celebration of health, culture, and unity. Held on 20 September 2025 right in front of the PETRONAS Twin Towers, this iconic Malaysia Day event saw 15,000 runners take part, while another 30,000 visitors joined the festivities throughout the day.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Dixon Thum Wai Khong (@dixonthum)

I personally joined the 5KM Fun Run and despite the rain at the start, it was nothing short of amazing. Everyone braved through the drizzle together, and running in a colourful sarong alongside thousands of people created an atmosphere of pure joy. The rain actually made the experience more refreshing and memorable.

This year’s Malaysia Sarong Music Run was proudly driven by JETOUR Malaysia, the Main Sponsor and Official Car Partner, with strong support from the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC). The opening ceremony was officiated by Dato Sri Tiong King Siong (Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture), and Dato’ Seri TPr. (Dr.) Maimunah Mohd Sharif, Mayor of Kuala Lumpur. Their presence gave the event even greater significance as a national celebration.

The run featured three exciting categories this year:

• EKI JETOUR X BSC Relay Run (9 September 2025) – a unique sarong relay.
• 5KM Malaysia Speed Run – open only to Malaysian citizens, highlighting both recreational and elite local talent.
• 5KM Fun Run – open to everyone, including tourists, which was the one I joined.

But MSMR is not just about running. It’s a full-day festival of music, culture, and food. Local artists performed live, food stalls offered Malaysian favourites, and everywhere you looked, participants were celebrating Malaysia Day in sarongs. The sight of thousands of runners in traditional attire created a stunning sea of colour and pride at KLCC.

Since its first edition earlier this year, MSMR has grown rapidly, including the Sarawak edition in Kuching. Now in its third and most iconic edition, the run has evolved into an international community festival and is set to play a key role in Visit Malaysia Year 2026 (VMY2026).

For me, running the 5KM Fun Run at KLCC was more than just exercise — it was a moment of unity, heritage, and fun. Rain or shine, the Malaysia Sarong Music Run 2025 showed why it has quickly become one of the most unique and meaningful runs in Malaysia.

Malaysia Day 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting celebrations yet, with the return of the Malaysia Sarong Music Run (MSMR) 2025. I attended the launch recently and can tell you, this year’s event is going to be huge. Happening on 20 September 2025 in front of the iconic Petronas Twin Towers, MSMR is expected to attract over 30,000 visitors, including runners, spectators, tourists, and culture lovers.

What makes the Malaysia Sarong Music Run 2025 special is its unique blend of sports, culture, food, and music. Unlike a typical run, participants complete a 5KM route while wearing sarongs, sampling delicious Malaysian traditional food along the way, and enjoying live traditional music performances that keep the festive vibe alive from start to finish. This year is extra special because runners from 26 different countries have registered, turning MSMR into an international cultural event right here in Kuala Lumpur.

Highlights of Malaysia Sarong Music Run 2025
This year’s MSMR features three exciting events:

• EKI JETOUR X BSC Relay Run – A fun sarong relay run held on 9 September 2025.
• 5KM Speed Run (5K Malaysia Speed) – Open only to Malaysian citizens, showcasing both recreational runners and elite homegrown talent. Happening on 20 September 2025.
• 5KM Fun Run – Open to everyone, including tourists and international participants. This is the heart of MSMR, bringing people together in sarongs for a colourful cultural run.

And the excitement doesn’t end at the finish line. As the sun sets, MSMR transforms into a Malaysia Day cultural festival with live performances from artists starting at 6:30 PM, traditional showcases, and plenty of local dishes to try. It’s more than just a run — it’s a full-day celebration in the heart of KL.

JETOUR Malaysia as Main Sponsor and Official Car Partner
The event is proudly supported by JETOUR Malaysia, taking the lead as the Main Sponsor and Official Car Partner for MSMR 2025. To mark the occasion, JETOUR has launched a Special September Promotion:

• RM2,000 petrol card + one-year free comprehensive insurance for the first 916 early-bird customers.
• Exclusive 3% rebate for civil servants on selected models.

It’s a strong show of support that ties in perfectly with MSMR’s values of culture, wellness, and community.

Why You Should Join MSMR 2025
If you’re looking for something fun, cultural, and meaningful to do this Malaysia Day, MSMR 2025 has it all. Whether you’re running, cheering on participants, enjoying the food stalls, or soaking in the live music, this event captures the heartbeat of Malaysia’s culture and unity. Plus, with its international participation, it places Malaysia firmly on the map as a global cultural tourism destination in the lead-up to Visit Malaysia Year 2026.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Dixon Thum Wai Khong (@dixonthum)

So mark your calendar: 20 September 2025, Petronas Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur. The Malaysia Sarong Music Run 2025 is more than a run — it’s Malaysia Day celebrated in the most festive way possible.