Run for the Ocean #5 by KUFA Bangkok 2026 - Physical Race

Run for the Ocean #5 by KUFA takes place on Sunday 8 November 2026, starting from the Faculty of Fisheries at Kasetsart University's Bangkhen campus in Bangkok. The Faculty of Fisheries Alumni Association, faculty, student club and Thailand's Department of Marine and Coastal Resources bring people together for an environmental running event. Its theme connects personal wellbeing with marine conservation, particularly the dangers of plastic waste and microplastics to marine life and food chains.

Physical race programme

The organiser's official 2026 programme confirms 10K at 06:00, 5K at 06:10, and the 2.5K family walk/run at 06:20, all Bangkok local time. Baggage storage opens at 04:00, the welcome and warm-up starts at 05:30, and the opening ceremony takes place at 05:50. The finish closes at 08:00, with race activities scheduled to finish at 08:30. The exact 2.5K is described here rather than inaccurately tagged as 2K or 3K, because ARC lacks a 2.5K category. Some earlier third-party event notices mention a 21K, but the current official entry page does not list that distance; do not assume a half marathon is offered.

Marine conservation and awards

The race encourages health and awareness of ocean pollution, supported by educational activities and a student and alumni expo. The 2026 visual identity uses a marine turtle character inspired by art-toy design. The organiser advertises plush marine-turtle awards for leading men and women in the 10K and 5K, plus trophies for top-three men's and women's finishers in 10K age groups.

Race-pack collection

There are two advertised collection sessions: Friday 6 November, 10:00–21:00, at NEXTOPIA on Level 5 of Siam Paragon; and Saturday 7 November, 10:00–18:00, at the Faculty of Fisheries, Kasetsart University Bangkhen campus. Check the booking service for the identification and registration confirmation required at collection. The campus hosts an additional alumni and fisheries expo on Saturday.

Registration and practical details

The regular official fees are THB 999 for 10K, THB 799 for 5K, and THB 799 for the 2.5K family category. VIP and virtual participation are separate choices. Early-bird discounts have expired, and availability may change as the event approaches. Consult the official event and registration site for current entries and any amendments. This listing is specifically for the physical 8 November event, not the separately listed virtual run.