Ipoh Moreh Run 2026 Draws Over 800 Participants

IPOH, March 8 (Bernama) -- The Ramadan atmosphere in the city was further enlivened with the organisation of the Ipoh Moreh Run 2026, a casual night run that successfully brought together more than 800 participants at Taman Rekreasi Sultan Abdul Aziz @ Padang Polo, starting at 10 pm last night.

President of The Bulatan Runners Community Running Club, Nazrul Zaim Nazlan, said that the programme aims to encourage a healthy lifestyle among the community while strengthening social bonds through recreational activities held after the breaking of fast.

He said that organising the run at night in conjunction with the month of Ramadan offers a unique experience for participants, as they get to enjoy a more relaxed and harmonious recreational atmosphere after fulfilling their religious obligations throughout the day.

“This year’s Ipoh Moreh Run 2026 marks the second edition of the event, and the organisers plan to make it an annual programme held every Ramadan.

“For this edition, the programme was fully organised by The Bulatan Runners Community Running Club, and we hope it will continue to grow as a community event that brings people together through healthy and relaxing recreational activities throughout Ramadan,” he said when met by Bernama.

Launched by Chief Whip of the Ipoh City Council (MBI), Mazlan Abd Rahman, the run saw participation from, among others, The Polo Runners, Bagirun Club, Runners Tanpa Sempadan, MAF Runners, Sahabat Senaman Santai, Sri Iskandar Runners and Lari Ke Maya.

Mazlan expressed hope that initiatives such as the Ipoh Moreh Run would help foster a stronger sense of togetherness among residents of Ipoh, while also promoting the importance of a healthy lifestyle.

“Besides the casual run, participants also had the opportunity to take part in various side activities, including community interaction sessions, a lucky draw and a moreh meal prepared by the organisers as a symbol of togetherness after the run,” he said.

He added that he hopes the Ipoh Moreh Run can continue as an annual event to strengthen community ties and promote a healthy lifestyle among city residents, particularly during the month of Ramadan.

-- BERNAMA