BCA CitraLand Marathon will be held on 7 December 2025 starting at Universitas Ciputra Surabaya.

Ekiden is a type of long-distance relay race. Each team has its own sash, also known as a tasuki, which is worn by the runner and then handed off to the teammate running the next leg of the race.

The tradition of Ekiden racing began in Japan in 1917. It was inspired by the couriers of Japan’s Edo period (1603-1868), who would run to deliver messages between Tokyo and Kyoto (the old imperial capital). These messengers would stop at stations for rest and refreshments, often passing the messages to other couriers to run the next leg of the journey.

At this year's Ekiden, the whole distance of the course is 42.195km. Each team consists of four runners (minimum one female runner) running 10.55km leg each.

There are five distance categories: Ekiden (4 x 10.55km), Full Marathon (42.195km), Half Marathon (21.0975km), 10K and 5K.

Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K participants who are 40 and above on the race day have the option to select Age (40-49 or 50+) or Open category.

There are no Age categories for Ekiden.

This race is open for Indonesian citizens and foreign nationals with KITAS with the age according to the category's minimum age or older at the day of the race.

Full Marathon and Half Marathon participants must be at least 17 years of age on the race day. If one wishes to participate and trained but is under the age of 17, he/she must obtain parental consent in order to register and participate in the race.

For Ekiden, 10K and 5K categories, participants must be at least 12 years of age on the race day.

The organiser has prepared some prize money for the winners. Visit the prize money page for more details.

You can register to the race online at citralandmarathon.com/Register.

If you don't have a BCA CitraLand Marathon account, you can register and activate your account first. If you don't want to create an account, you can login using your Google or Facebook account.

No, you can login using your Google or Facebook account as well.

Yes, an email address is required to register online. One email address can only be used for one registration.

The early bird registration is open on Monday, 4 August 2025 at 12:00 and will be closed on 31 October 2025 at 23:59 or may be closed earlier if the race limit has been reached.

No you can't. You have to register before the registration closes.

When your registration is successful, you'll get a confirmation on the screen. A confirmation email will also be sent to the email address that you provide during registration. Please make sure you enter the correct email address.

You can also check at citralandmarathon.com/Participant to search and see if your name is listed. There is also a payment status column to see if your payment has been verified.

There are two possibilities if you have not received an email confirmation.

1. The confirmation email went to the junk mail/spam folder
2. There was a problem with the mail server

If no email confirmation is received with one hour of successful transaction, please let us know at info@citralandmarathon.com.

Group/running community registration is not accepted this time. Every participant needs to register indiviudally since one email address can only be used for one registration.

You can pay by BCA virtual account (ATM/bank transfer) and credit card.

Yes, our registration site is SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) coded, a security protocol which is used and reflected by HTTP Secure (https) in the website address to represent a secure connection.

Yes, early bird prices are below and and they close on 8 August 2025 at 23:59, or while early bird slots last; whichever is earlier.

Yes, the registration fee includes administration fee.

• Slot to race at BCA CitraLand Marathon
• A dry fit race tee
• Bib number and safety pins
• Finisher medal for participant who completes his/her race
• Finisher shirt for full marathon participants who completes his/her race within the cut-off time

Yes, however no refund will be given, but you are still entitled to collect your race pack.

You can login and make changes to most of your personal details. Your selected race category, email, first and last names however cannot be changed. Data related to the race like tee sizes and bib name can be changed by dropping us an email at info@citralandmarathon.com.

Please login and go to citralandmarathon.com/ProfileInfo to change your personal details.

Please let us know at info@citralandmarathon.com and we'll resend the confirmation slip to the email address you provided.

All race participants must collect their race packs during the race pack collection days. Race pack collection time and place will be announced here.

Documents you need to bring during the race pace collection:

• Original KTP/SIM/passport/KITAS
• Printout/digital copy of race pack collection form

Yes, as the race pack includes BCA CitraLand Marathon race tee and your bib number. The bib number has to be worn during the race.

No, the race pack must be collected according to the schedule that will be published here.

No, but please be ready to race with your bib number about 45 minutes before the start time.

The start and cut-off times are below, but it's best if you arrive 45 minutes before the start of the race. That way you can use any services you require (like the bag deposit and the toilet), and you'll still be in time to soak up te atmosphere of the start line.

Participants are given a maximum grace period of 15 minutes from start time to cross the starting line. Participants who are more than 15 minutes late will be disqualified and their time records will not be recorded.

Baggage deposit will be made available to all participants. Participants are advised to arrive earlier to deposit their bags to avoid delays.

While maximum care and security will be enforced, the organisers will not be responsible for any lost or damaged items or delays in retrieving bags.

Yes, there are toilets at the race central.

Yes, there will be vendors selling food and drink at the finish area.

The best thing to have before the race is a high carbohydrate meal and plenty of water or a sports drink. 

Yes, it is mandatory for participants to wear the bib number.

If the bib number is not worn, you will not be entitled to finisher medal, finisher shirt (Full Marathon) and the time record.

No, the bib number is disposable or you can bring it home as a souvenir.

The race route will be announce soon.

You can check the tee sizes here.

Your BCA CitraLand Marathon tee of course! But if you prefer you can wear your favourite running gear. Make sure your walking/running shoes fit well (and you've worn them before to make sure they are comfy). And bring a hat and sunscreen to slip, slop, slap.

You are advised to refer to the sizing chart prior to registering. Information of sizing chart is available on the registration page. Kindly note that requests for changes in sizes will not be entertained.

There will be pacers for all categories except Ekiden at this year's race.

Isotonic and mineral water will be available at the hydration points on the course and refreshment tents at the finish area.

Yes, should you wish to walk during the race, kindly keep to the left side of the route to allow faster competitors to pass. However, please make sure you finish the race within the cut-off time.

No, pets are strictly not allowed at the race site.

No, participants may not use or otherwise have bikes, skates or strollers on the race course.

Approximately 5,000 runners are anticipated to participate at this year's race.

You can reach the race site by means of private vehicles and public transport.

Yes, there will be some road closures. More information will be posted soon.

Yes, there will be parking facilities at the race area.

If you would like additional information please contact us at info@citralandmarathon.com.