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Pokémon RUN 30 Malaysia Edition at KLCC

Pokémon RUN 30: Malaysia Edition brings the anniversary celebrations to Plaza Petronas this November, turning a straightforward fun run into a full day built around Pokémon. Pokémon is celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2026 with celebrations taking place across Asia, and the Malaysia edition brings fans together for a Pokémon-themed fun run and festival in Kuala Lumpur.

The Pokémon marathon event combines a roughly 4–5km fun run with interactive Pokémon-themed activities, photo opportunities, and a Festival Zone. Whether you want to take part in the run or simply enjoy the Pokémon festivities, there are activities for fans of different ages to experience.

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Pokémon RUN 30 Malaysia Edition Overview

The Pokémon RUN 30 series is being held across seven Asian regions to celebrate Pokémon's 30th anniversary. Malaysia's edition follows events in the Philippines, Taiwan, and Singapore before continuing to Indonesia, Thailand, and Hong Kong.

Pokémon RUN 30: Malaysia Edition will take place over two days, from 21 to 22 November 2026 at Plaza PETRONAS (KLCC). The fun run is designed as an interactive Pokémon journey rather than a conventional running event. The Malaysia edition lists UNIQLO and 7-Eleven as regional sponsors, with UNIQLO also associated with the Pokémon RUN 30 T-shirt included in the Runner's Kit. The event is organised by EC Pixels Asia Sdn Bhd.

Pokémon RUN 30: Malaysia Edition Event Details

  • Date: 21 & 22 November 2026 @ 6:30 AM
  • Venue: Plaza PETRONAS, KLCC
  • Course: Approx. 4–5 km fun run featuring interactive gym obstacles, starter Pokémon choices, and evolution zones
  • Admission: Registration required for the run; Festival Zone is free to enter
  • Run Pack & Goodies Collection Date: To be announced

Participants should arrive at the venue at least 1 hour before their assigned start timeslot. The organiser will send each participant's assigned timeslot by email approximately one month before the event.

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Pokémon RUN 30: Malaysia Edition Ticket & Registration

Registration is required for anyone who wants to participate in the 4km fun run. There are two ticket options depending on whether you want to receive the exclusive Pokémon RUN 30 Pikachu Shoulder Plushie. You can check availability or book remaining slots via Tixlah, or find more updates on the Official Pokémon 30th Anniversary Portal. Registration closes on 30 September 2026.

Pokémon RUN 30 Malaysia Registration Fees

  • Run without Pikachu Shoulder Plushie: RM228
  • Run with Pikachu Shoulder Plushie: RM297
  • Early Bird without plushie: RM198
  • Early Bird with plushie: RM267

Race Day Arrival and Timeslot

Participants are assigned a specific start timeslot, sent by email roughly one month before race day, and are expected to arrive well ahead of that slot. This staggered approach keeps the starting area manageable and gives everyone a clear window to collect their kit, warm up, and get into position without a last minute rush.

On the spot entries are not accepted under any circumstance, so anyone hoping to join at the last minute will need to register online in advance rather than showing up at Plaza Petronas on the day and hoping for a spare slot.

Pokémon RUN 30 Malaysia Edition Course

The course is built around a simple narrative: runners pick a partner Pokémon at the starting line and follow its journey through to the finish line. Pokémon RUN 30 is not about competition, it's about adventure. There is no timing chip on the run bib, and every participant is encouraged to enjoy the journey rather than race for a finishing time.

  • Choose your Pokémon partner and set off: your journey begins at the starting line, where you choose your first partner Pokémon before beginning the run
  • Challenge the Pokémon Gym: the course features Pokémon Gym stops with fun obstacles designed to test your spirit and prove your strength as a Trainer
  • Pokémon Center hydration stations: stop by to refresh and recharge your energy for the next leg of the race
  • Encounter, collect, and evolve: runners fill in a Pokédex Search Sheet as they go, and at the finish line each participant's partner Pokémon evolves

Highlights of Pokémon RUN 30 Malaysia Edition

Pokémon RUN 30 Malaysia Edition comes with many highlights that make the running event interesting and fun for everyone. The highlights include:

Interactive Running Course

The run itself is built around a simple idea: pick a partner Pokémon at registration and stay with it through the whole course. This choice determines the type-themed bib each runner wears, giving the event a personal touch that a standard fun run bib does not offer, and it carries through into the First Partner Pokémon Lenticular Card included in the kit.

Along the route, runners pass through Pokémon Gym stops designed as light and fun interactive challenges, alongside Pokémon Center stations that double as the event's hydration points. Runners also fill in a Pokédex Search Sheet as they go, ticking off Pokémon spotted along the course rather than simply running past decorations without engaging with them. At the finish line, the partner Pokémon chosen at registration evolves, giving the run a clear narrative arc from start to finish rather than just a timer stopping at the end.

Pokémon RUN 30 Runner's Kit

Every registered participant receives a special Pokémon RUN 30 Runner's Kit. The kit includes:

  • Pokémon RUN 30 T-shirt
  • Pokémon RUN 30 drawstring bag
  • Type-themed bib
  • Poké Ball-themed arm band
  • Pokémon RUN 30 Pokédex Search Sheet
  • First Partner Pokémon lenticular card
  • Pokémon Trading Card Game booster pack

Participants can choose between Grass, Fire, and Water-themed bibs, with the corresponding First Partner Pokémon lenticular card featuring Bulbasaur, Charmander, or Squirtle. The Pikachu Shoulder Plushie is included only with the applicable ticket option.

Course Entitlements

After completing the Pokémon Gym on the run course, runners are entitled to receive:

  • Pokémon RUN 30 Gym Badge
  • Pokémon Lenticular Card (1st Evolution form)
  • Pokémon Lenticular Card (2nd Evolution form)
  • Pokémon RUN 30 Finisher Medal

Pokémon Festival Zone (Free Admission)

Beyond the run itself, Plaza Petronas hosts a free-entry Festival Zone open to runners and non-runners alike, designed as an immersive celebration of Pokémon's 30-year legacy through a mix of interactive experiences and attractions.

The festival includes a Pokémon Center-style pop-up store offering special 30th anniversary merchandise, similar in spirit to Malaysia's first Pokémon Center pop-up that opened at Ombak KLCC earlier this September. There's also a Pokémon Time Tunnel, where visitors can take a retrospective journey through the evolution of Pokémon, covering the video games, the Trading Card Game, the animated series, and local licensing initiatives.

Beyond that, expect vibrant Pikachu parades, meet-and-greet sessions, themed photo opportunities, interactive sponsor activations, and merchandise displays, plus space set aside for Pokémon Trading Card Game activities and casual Pokémon GO play. Together, these give runners, families, collectors, and fans plenty of ways to celebrate the anniversary in their own way.

Festival Zone operating hours have not been confirmed yet, so it is worth checking the official event pages closer to November for the final schedule.

Important Things to Know Before the Event

Participants should complete registration before arriving at the venue, as on-the-spot registration will not be available. Participants aged 14 and below must be accompanied by a participating parent or guardian during the run.

It is also important to check your assigned timeslot before travelling to KLCC, since the organiser only provides it by email approximately one month before the event. Anyone arriving later than the flag-off time will not be allowed to join the run, and the course closes at a designated cut-off time after the flag-off.

More Pokémon Things to Do Beyond the Race

Pokémon RUN 30: Malaysia Edition closes out a packed year of anniversary Pokémon events in Kuala Lumpur and gives fans one more reason to visit KLCC before 2026 wraps up. Between the course, the kit, and the Festival Zone, it is built for people who want an active way to mark the anniversary rather than just watching from the sidelines.

Looking for more ways to enjoy Pokémon theme events? Explore Luka for a more immersive Pokémon TCG experience online.

Pokémon RUN 30 Malaysia FAQs

Can I register on the day of the event?

No. On-the-spot registration is not available. All entries must be completed online through Tixlah before the event.

How much are the Pokémon RUN 30 tickets in Malaysia?

Standard pricing is RM228 without the Pikachu Shoulder Plushie and RM297 with it. Early bird pricing was RM198 and RM267 respectively.

When does Pokémon RUN 30 Malaysia registration close?

Registration closes on 30 September 2026, or earlier if a category sells out.

Is the Festival Zone free?

Yes. The Festival Zone has free admission and is open to both runners and non-runners.

Can children take part in Pokémon RUN 30 in KLCC?

Yes, the event is open to all ages. Participants aged 14 and below must be accompanied by a participating parent or guardian throughout the run.

When do I collect my Runner's Kit?

Run Pack and Goodies Collection dates have not been announced yet. Details will be shared closer to the event.