BML WOW KIDS RUN 2026

the happiest run for kids returns! children love to run. they love to move, laugh, explore, and challenge themselves. the BML WOW KIDS RUN 2026 is back to celebrate exactly that — the energy, imagination and confidence of children. taking place on May 8th, just before Children’s Day, this event is a celebration of young runners across the Maldives. from tiny little ones taking their first race steps to teenagers ready to test their speed, the WOW Kids Run is designed to give every child a moment to shine. organized by Total Fitness Group, this year’s edition promises to be even more exciting, more colourful, and more memorable than ever before. new for 2026 for the first time, the 4km race will be a timed race open for teenagers starting from age 13. this category is open to any child currently studying in school and still in their teenage years. it gives young runners the opportunity to challenge themselves in a structured race environment and experience the thrill of competition. for many, this will be their first step into serious running. age category distance start time notes teens 4km 4:30pm timing |without parent 8 – 12 3km 4:30pm optional 5 – 7 2km 4:30pm with parent 2 – 4 yrs 1km 4:30pm with parent where: hulhumale central park lineup: all race categories will start together and must be in starting line 4:20pm races start: all races begin together (but in waves) at 4:30pm where to collect your race gear? race packs can be collected from Ma. Haivakaruge, Dhamburuh Magu, Male’ on the following days; sunday (May 3rd) – 2:30pm – 6pm monday (May 4th) – 2:30pm – 6pm tuesday (May 5th) – 2:30pm – 6pm wednesday (May 6th) – 2:30pm – 6pm thursday (May 7th) – 2:30pm – 6pm we will not be issuing race packs on race day. more than just a run the BML WOW KIDS RUN is designed to be a celebration of childhood. expect a lively race village filled with: – fun warm-ups every age group together – playful activity stations as last year – cheering crowds – music, food stalls and energy parents are encouraged to join the fun and make it a family experience rather than just a race.