SINGAPORE, 8 October 2025 – The countdown to the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon™ (SCSM) 2025, which will be held from 6-7 December, has begun with the launch of this year’s race routes. From the start at the F1 Pit Building to the finish at the historic Padang, the routes will offer a multitude of moving postcards of the Lion City, taking runners through a blend of heritage architecture, panoramic waterfronts, lush gardens, and vibrant city streets.
With more than 45,000 runners, including more than 11,400 international participants, already registered for SCSM 2025, anticipation is building for what promises to be an exhilarating and unforgettable weekend. This year’s routes have been carefully redesigned, removing challenging elevation points such as West Coast Highway and Sheares Avenue. The result is a flatter, faster course, ideal for those chasing personal bests. Whether they are seasoned marathoners, or tackling a new distance, runners will appreciate this change.
For the first time, this year’s SCSM will see the Half Marathon and Marathon held on separate days. Additionally, the Kids Dash, formerly held on Friday evenings, will move to Saturday morning, joining the main race weekend and allowing families to share in the race-day excitement together.
The race schedule will be as follows:
| Schedule | New Format |
| Saturday (6 December) | 4.30 am: Half Marathon 6.30 am: 5km 9.00 am: Kids Dash |
| Sunday (7 December) | 4.30 am: Marathon & Ekiden 6.30 am: 10km |
Race Route
Saturday, 6 December
Runners in the Half Marathon will begin their race from 4:30a.m. A blend of waterfront beauty and city energy, the Half Marathon begins at the F1 Pit Building and heads towards the National Stadium before swinging back into the city past Suntec City and the Esplanade. They will then cross Esplanade Bridge, pass One Fullerton (Merlion Park), the Promontory and weaving through Gardens by the Bay South.
Runners will then cross the Marina Barrage which will provide sweeping views of the city skyline and the open sea before a turnaround along Gardens by the Bay East’s Skyline Promenade. The return leg takes runners back over the Barrage, through the Gardens By The Bay, past Fullerton Hotel, and Singapore Cricket Club (SCC), ending at the Padang.
Runners participating in the 5km category will flag off at 6:30 a.m. and get to experience a course that is perfect for a fast, scenic dash. They will start at the F1 Pit Building and run past Suntec City, the Esplanade, and One Fullerton before crossing Anderson Bridge. The final kilometre features Victoria Theatre, and SCC, ending with a finish at the Padang.
The Kids Dash race will kick off at 9:00 a.m. Starting at Esplanade Drive and finishing at the Connaught Drive, participants in each age category will experience the thrill of a race-day crowd while taking on a distance tailored just for them with an 800-metre dash for all.
| Categories | Race kick-off time |
| Pen A (0-3 years) | 9:00 a.m. |
| Pen B (4-6 years) | 9:30 a.m. |
| Pen C (7-9 years) | 10:00 a.m. |
| Pen D (10-12 years) | 10:30 a.m. |
With parents and supporters cheering them on, it will be a morning filled with fun, achievement, and family pride.
Sunday, 7 December
The Marathon and Ekiden categories will flag off from 4:30 a.m.
The Marathon is a grand tour of Singapore, starting at the F1 Pit Building before heading down Republic Avenue toward the National Stadium, where runners loop around the Singapore Sports Hub. The course then passes Suntec City and the distinctive spiked domes of the Esplanade, crossing Esplanade Bridge to One Fullerton (Merlion Park). From there, participants enter the Marina Bay district, passing the Promontory and Marina Bay Financial Centre before immersing themselves in the lush greenery of Gardens by the Bay.
The route continues over the Marina Barrage into Gardens by the Bay East, then along the East Coast Park stretch to Laguna Flyover, offering long, scenic coastal views. Runners retrace their steps back to the city, crossing the Barrage once more, passing Fullerton Hotel, Victoria Theatre, the SCC, before making their final push to the Padang.
The Marina East Drive is expected to be the warmest stretch of the course. To help runners beat the heat, additional hydration points with chilled drinks, a cooling zone, water-gun entertainment, and even an ice pop station will be available along this section.
The Ekiden race mirrors the Marathon’s course, offering teams a relay-style challenge through the inclusion of multiple changeover zones where teams can swap runners. The first changeover is at Bayfront Plaza, the second at ECP Carpark E1 and the third is at Marina Barrage.
Teams of four runners will take turns to complete sections of the course, as follows:
| Runner | Changeover Zone | Distance to run* |
| Runner #1 | – | 11.5km |
| Runner #2 | Bayfront Plaza | 12.5km |
| Runner #3 | ECP Carpark E1 | 8.3km |
| Runner #4 | Marina Barrage | 9.9km |
| Total | 42.195km |
*Distances are approximate estimations only
The 10km coursestarts at the F1 Pit Building with runners flagging from 6:30 a.m. onwards and heads towards the National Stadium, looping back past Suntec City and the Esplanade. Runners cross Anderson Bridge before passing Victoria Theatre, and SCC, ending with a finish at the Padang.
Mr Jeff Edwards, Managing Director of Asia for The IRONMAN Group, organisers of SCSM said, “Each route for this year’s Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon has been thoughtfully designed to highlight Singapore’s unique blend of heritage, urban vibrancy, and natural beauty. From the historic architecture of the National Gallery and Anderson Bridge to the lush greenery of Gardens by the Bay and the scenic coastline along East Coast Park, runners will experience a truly immersive journey through the heart of the city. It’s an incredible way for runners to connect with the city as they push toward their personal bests”
Mr Patrick Lee, CEO, Singapore and ASEAN, Standard Chartered, said, “We are immensely proud of our longstanding partnership with the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon, now in its 24th year. The race not only showcases the beauty and spirit of Singapore but also embodies the values of determination and resilience. We believe that every runner’s journey through the iconic landmarks of Singapore will be a source of inspiration and pride. By creating meaningful experiences for our clients, colleagues, and the community, we look forward to supporting each participant as they strive to achieve their personal milestones.”
Marathon registration and 10-10 Promotion
Registrations opened on 16 April. Late pricing for the Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, Ekiden race (team of 4 runners) and Kids Dash are $197, $175, $131, $99, $545 (per team of 4) and $44 respectively. Prices are inclusive of processing fee and GST. Standard Chartered cardholders will enjoy a 15% discount off registration fees.
On 10 October, SCSM will launch an exciting 10-10 promotion which will go live at midnight offering limited number of specially-priced slots.
From 10-12 October, a 3-day roadshow will take place at Jewel Changi, featuring early bird pricing for the 5K and 10K race categories, and a 25% discount on the Kids Dash with exclusive goodie bags for participants. Additionally, an online promotion will run for the same duration. General pricing will be offered for the 5K and 10K categories and the same 25% discount for the Kids Dash, providing an excellent opportunity for families and running enthusiasts to secure their race entries.
To register and for more information, please visit https://singaporemarathon.com/.
