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.
Event Highlights include:
1) 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.
2) 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).
3) Run 5km with Benjamin Kheng (Sunday, 6 September, 7am to 9.30am)
– Start Sunday morning with a 5km Community Run led by singer-songwriter and SGIM 2026 ambassador Benjamin Kheng, together with members of Singapore’s running community.
4) 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.
5) 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.
6) 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.
