HOOD LOOPS FESTIVAL by BYD Singapore International Marathon presented by adidas

Join Joakim Gomez and visually impaired runners on a community run, get creative with SGIM finisher-tee designer Jonny Chan, catch SGIM ambassador Benjamin Kheng at the festival and discover Singapore’s running community at this free weekend event at Clarke Quay.

Hood Loops Festival

With 14 weeks to the BYD Singapore International Marathon presented by adidas (SGIM), Singapore’s running community is taking over Clarke Quay for Hood Loops Festival, a free and inclusive two-day running celebration of running, movement and community.

Taking place on 5 and 6 September, Hood Loops Festival is an SGIM initiative bringing the spirit of Singapore’s growing running culture to the wider community as the countdown to race weekend begins.

Runners, families, run clubs, and anyone looking for an active weekend out can take part in community runs, talks, art, fitness and wellness sessions, live entertainment, and festival activities running from morning into the evening.

Attendees can also get an early look at what is coming up for SGIM 2026, including the latest on the race routes, a first look at this year’s race medal, and other race-day initiatives being introduced for December.

Art Jamming with Jonny

Event Highlights include:

Join Joakim Gomez, visually impaired and PWD runners for a community run (Saturday, 5 September, 6.45am to 9.30am)
○ Saturday begins with an inclusive 3km Community Run & Walk with SGIM 2026 ambassador Joakim Gomez, visually impaired runners and PWD athletes, followed by a panel exploring how running can become more accessible and inclusive for everyone.
Art Jamming with SGIM finisher-tee designer Jonny Chan (Saturday, 5 September, 1.30pm-2.45pm and 3-4.15pm)
○ Families can swap running shoes for art tools during two art-jamming sessions with local artist and SGIM finisher-tee designer Jonny Chan (@jjjjonny).
Catch SGIM ambassador Benjamin Kheng (Sunday, 6 September, 7am to 9.30am)
○ Singer-songwriter and SGIM 2026 ambassador Benjamin Kheng will be part of the Hood Loops Festival weekend, as he continues his journey with SGIM in the lead-up to race day this December.
Run with Singapore’s run clubs (Various timings across 5 & 6 September)
○ Experience the community behind Singapore’s running boom through 5km runs with local run clubs across the weekend, whether you’re a regular runner or simply looking for a social way to get moving.
Hear from athletes and experts (Various timings across 5 & 6 September)
○ The weekend programme also includes conversations on inclusive running, the future of distance running in Singapore, and bone and joint health for runners, featuring athletes, industry figures and specialists.
More than just running! (Various timings across 5 & 6 September)
○ Fret not if you’re not up for a run! Take part in a HIIT session with Anytime Fitness, wind down with yoga, explore the festival marketplace, grab a bite and stay on for evening entertainment with Singapore’s running community.

You can refer to the full weekend programme here.

📅 5 to 6 Sep 2026 (Saturday – Sunday)
🕙 7am to 10pm
📍 Clarke Quay, 3 River Valley Rd, Singapore 179022 Block 3B, Unit B1 – 01 Cost
🏷 Free. Pre-registration is required for selected activities.

For more information on HOOD LOOPS FESTIVAL by BYD Singapore International Marathon presented by adidas, visit the official SGIM channels for programme updates and registration details.

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