UI Half Marathon 2026 Officially Opened: Targeting 7,000 Runners and Upholding a Social Mission
The Alumni Association of Universitas Indonesia (Iluni UI) officially kicked off the UI Half Marathon 2026 (UIHM 2026). The launch was marked by a press conference at Kopitagram Centang Biru Ampera on Wednesday, 20 May, and also served as the moment to open Early Bird ticket registrations for running enthusiasts.
With the grand theme “Beyond the Finish Line: Stepping Beyond Boundaries”, UIHM 2026 is not merely a physical competition. This year, organisers emphasise a blend of the nation’s heritage, digital innovation, and tangible social impact through the integration of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) principles.
Secretary General of Iluni UI, Masyita Crystallin, explained that UIHM 2026 has transformed into a purpose-driven event. Every participant’s step on the track will be converted into contributions to the world of education, notably in the form of scholarships for Universitas Indonesia students and informal training programmes.
“We hope UIHM will not only be a sporting competition, but also a collective moment to strengthen togetherness. In line with Iluni UI’s pillars—Sambung, Setara, Solutif—this activity becomes a platform for measurable social contribution,” said Masyita.
Chair of the UIHM 2026 organising committee, Hersal Hermana Putra, added that selecting a launch time coinciding with National Awakening Day carries a deep philosophical meaning. The event is expected to manifest a modern expression of the nation’s spirit of struggle, from the STOVIA era of 1908 to Independence in 1945.
“We invite every runner to go further, surpass physical boundaries, to create benefits for others,” Hersal stated.
UIHM 2026 targets participation of more than 7,000 runners, engaging a broad ecosystem of 400,000 global UI alumni and various running communities in Jabodetabek. Offline category participants will enjoy a route on the UI Depok Campus, known for its cool and vehicle-free environment.
Additionally, there is the Dream Canvas innovation, a forum for runners’ aspirations. Messages and hopes gathered during the Road to UIHM 2026 will be presented at the Indonesia Business Outlook 2027 strategic forum as a representation of the nation’s future energy.
For the public and running communities wishing to participate, Early Bird ticket registration with limited quotas is now available via the official UI Half Marathon 2026 website.