Standard Chartered Marathon Singapore 2024

The Standard Chartered Marathon Singapore (SCMS), the largest race in Southeast Asia, is typically held on the first Sunday of December each year. Attracting around 54,000 runners from around the globe, the event transforms Singapore into a vibrant racecourse. Participants from diverse backgrounds converge in the city, racing through its streets towards the iconic finish line at the Padang, showcasing their passion and endurance.

Distances

Racers in the Standard Chartered Marathon start from different points based on their chosen category. The Marathon, covering 42.195 km, and the Half-Marathon, at 21.1 km, both take place on December 1. Additionally, there are shorter distances: the 10 km and 5 km races are held on November 30, while the 750 m Kids Dash offers a special opportunity for the youngest participants on November 29. The Ekiden relay race, also on December 1, features teams of five runners combining long-distance endurance with the spirit of teamwork.

Route

The Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon begins at the F1 Pit Building and concludes at Anderson Bridge.

Registration

At the Standard Chartered Marathon, late registration fees vary by event. The Marathon costs SGD 178, the Half Marathon is SGD 158, and the Ekiden relay is SGD 600. The 10km race is SGD 119, the 5km race is SGD 87, and the Kids Dash is SGD 39. Late registration typically incurs higher fees, so early sign-up is advisable to secure the best rates.

History of SCMS

The Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon (SCSM) started in 1982 as a "fun run" organized by the Singapore International Marathon Organising Committee, with Raymond Crab and Winnie Ng as the first finishers. The event quickly grew, with Standard Chartered becoming the title sponsor in 2002 and The IRONMAN® Group acquiring it in 2016. By 2019, it achieved World Athletics Gold Label status and introduced evening races.