Jakarta Marathon

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Sports & AdventureJakarta
DatesDates TBA · Usually JuneCheck locally before booking
Duration2 daysListed event span
Crowd-About 14,300 people
Best forCompetition, enduranceThe race's course through Jakarta's
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: IDR
CategorySports & AdventureFestival type
The story

Jakarta Marathon in Jakarta

Jakarta Marathon launched in 2013 under Indonesia's tourism ministry, drawing growing fields of international runners along a course from the National Monument through Kota Tua and past Istiqlal Mosque. Historically held around October, it offers full marathon and half marathon distances. A separately branded event, later renamed BTN Jakarta International Marathon and run in June, creates some naming ambiguity in current listings.

The original Jakarta Marathon launched in 2013 under Indonesia's tourism ministry, gaining recognition from AIMS and, historically, from what is now World Athletics, and its first edition drew around ten thousand runners, growing to roughly fourteen thousand the following year and around fifteen thousand from fifty-three countries by 2015.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

The race's course through Jakarta's colonial-era Kota Tua district, past Fatahillah Square, Jakarta Cathedral, and Istiqlal Mosque, gives runners a route through the city's historic and religious landmarks rather than a generic urban loop

02

The mystery stays covered

Its course records, 2:14:23 for men set by Kenya's Geoffrey Birgen in 2019 and 2:33:54 for women set by Kenya's Sheila Chesang in 2024, reflect a genuinely competitive international field rather than a purely local fun run

03

The city starts moving

A documented naming ambiguity, a separately launched Jakarta Run event later rebranded as the BTN Jakarta International Marathon and shifted to a June date, means runners researching this race should verify which specific event and date they are registering for

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

Symbols

Custom

Jakarta Marathon is documented as a recurring sports-adventure festival in the Eventisimus atlas.

Participation

Calendar

Some moments are open to visitors; others belong to local participants. Follow barriers, steward instructions, and local etiquette.

Place memory

Place

The strongest version of the event is the one tied to Jakarta, not a generic copy of the same category elsewhere.

The local code

Meaning

The race's course through Jakarta's colonial-era Kota Tua district, past Fatahillah Square, Jakarta Cathedral, and Istiqlal Mosque, gives runners a...

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually June

Getting around

Base the route around Jakarta, then leave extra time for temporary streets, queues or late return traffic.

What to wear

Lightweight, breathable running gear suits Jakarta's heat and humidity; an early start time is standard given tropical conditions.

Safety

For Jakarta Marathon, choose safe viewing points, watch weather and leave extra time around starts, finishes or releases.

Where to stay

For busy dates, stay near reliable routes so the return after Jakarta Marathon does not become the hardest part.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

IDR

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map6.21 S, 106.85 EOpen in Google Maps

Jakarta, Jakarta, Indonesia

Nearest airportHLP — Halim Perdanakusuma
TransportBase the route around Jakarta, then leave extra time for temporary streets, queues or late return traffic.
Stay areaFor busy dates, stay near reliable routes so the return after Jakarta Marathon does not become the hardest part.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Jakarta via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Jakarta, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for June.Compare faresFestival gearLightweight, breathable running gear suits Jakarta's heat and humidity; an early start time is standard given tropical conditions.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Indonesia and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Jakarta Marathon?

Jakarta Marathon is listed for Past edition: 13–14 June 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Jakarta Marathon take place?

The festival is listed in Jakarta, Indonesia. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

2 days is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Jakarta, Jakarta, Indonesia

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

Found something inaccurate or outdated? Email hello@eventisimus.com with the festival page link and the correction.

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SourceSource link available
Listed datesDates TBA · Usually June
Source statusOfficial source linked
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