Dataran DBKL flooded by 1000 runners for KLIMS run 2026

The heart of Kuala Lumpur witnessed an extraordinary surge of energy early on Sunday morning, 17 May 2026, as the first-ever KLIMS Run 2026 successfully took over the city streets. 

Flagging off at 7:00 AM sharp from Dataran Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur, widely known as Dataran DBKL, this milestone community event attracted a massive crowd of over 1,000 enthusiastic runners. Organized by the Malaysian Automotive Association, the run serves as the official countdown to the highly anticipated Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show 2026, which is scheduled to make its grand return this June.

The community run was strategically held in conjunction with the popular KL Car-Free Morning initiative, allowing participants to experience the city center entirely free from the roar of traditional combustion engines. The typical morning traffic noise was replaced by a lively symphony of cheering crowds and rhythmic footsteps as fitness enthusiasts, casual joggers, families, and automotive fans ran side-by-side. Runners challenged themselves across two separate categories, featuring a brisk 5KM route alongside a more demanding 7KM track winding through the iconic scenery of the capital city.

Participants who turned up for the morning fitness session walked away with a comprehensive collection of race memorabilia, which included an exclusive event t-shirt, a commemorative finisher medal, an official race bib, and a matching drawstring bag. Beyond the standard fitness gear, the Malaysian Automotive Association added immense value to the registration by providing every single runner with a complimentary entry ticket to the main exhibition in June. The excitement escalated further during the post-run lucky draw session, where multiple tech prizes were awarded, culminating in several incredibly lucky Malaysians going home with a brand-new MacBook Neo.

Aligned closely with the official theme of Beyond Mobility, the community run demonstrated that the Malaysian automotive landscape extends far past vehicle horsepower and modern showroom displays. During the closing ceremony, the organizers formalized their dedication to local corporate social responsibility by presenting a financial contribution of RM5,000 to the Narcotic Addiction Rehabilitation Center, commonly known as PUSPEN Dengkil. Supported directly by the Selangor Youth Community, this charitable outreach project targets broader youth engagement and introduces a deeper sense of social inclusivity into the modern automotive ecosystem.

According to the official statement delivered by the President of the Malaysian Automotive Association, Mr. Mohd Shamsor bin Mohd Zain, modern mobility must play an active role in connecting communities, supporting public wellbeing, and creating meaningful shared experiences. With the pre-show community run concluding on a remarkably high note, public attention now shifts entirely toward the main exhibition. The 11th edition of the Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show 2026 is officially locked in to take place from 12 June to 21 June 2026 at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre, known as MITEC.

The upcoming ten-day exhibition will span across seven massive halls covering nearly 30,000 square meters of exhibition space. Visitors can expect to witness major headline vehicle launches, state-of-the-art autonomous technology demonstrations, and sustainable alternative energy solutions from top global and local manufacturers including Perodua, Proton, Toyota, Honda, BYD, smart, Zeekr, and XPENG. Public admission will be completely free of charge on weekdays from Monday to Thursday, while weekend entry tickets are priced at RM30 for adults, with specialized concession rates and unlimited access passes also available for purchase on the official platform.

FAQ

1. What is the significance of the KLIMS Run 2026 event? 

The community event serves as the official promotional countdown and public precursor to the 11th edition of the Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show happening this June. It successfully blends healthy community lifestyle activities with corporate social responsibility initiatives to connect everyday Malaysian citizens with the evolving mobility ecosystem.

2. Where will the main Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show 2026 take place?

 The main international exhibition will be held at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre, located in Kuala Lumpur, from 12 June to 21 June 2026. The expansive venue will host multiple automotive brands, interactive obstacle courses, live musical performances, and various sustainable transport showcases.

3. What did the participants receive at the Dataran DBKL community run? 

Every registered runner received a complete race kit that contained a limited-edition event shirt, a unique finisher medal, a race bib, and a drawstring bag. Additionally, every participant received a free ticket to attend the upcoming automotive exhibition alongside entry into a high-value lucky draw featuring major tech prizes.

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