Singapore Cancer Society Relay For Life Draws 6,400 Runners Overnight, Raises Over $1.37M
- John Yeong
- 4 days ago
- 3 min read
More than 6,400 participants ran through the night in a powerful show of solidarity at the Singapore Cancer Society Relay For Life, as the annual overnight fundraising event returned to the Singapore National Stadium from March 14–15.
SINGAPORE, 15 March 2026 - A total of 266 teams and 6,479 runners took part in the Relay for Life 100KM Challenge physical event, circling the track overnight to honour cancer survivors, remember loved ones lost, and support those still fighting the disease.
Organised by the Singapore Cancer Society with presenting partner Tamarind Health, the event has already raised $1,375,272, surpassing this year’s fundraising target of $1.3 million.
The overnight relay symbolises the ongoing fight against cancer — one that never stops. Just like that battle, participants kept moving through the night, ensuring the message remains clear: no one fights cancer alone.
A Community United Through Running
Participants from all walks of life, including recreational runners, organised run clubs and families, came together to support the cause.
For Zulfadhli Mustafah of Fast and Free Run Club, the event held personal meaning.
“It’s significant for me because it’s great to see many people from all walks of life coming together to run for a cause,” he said. “Seeing my mum after she made a full recovery being active again and even taking part in the run tonight makes it even more meaningful.”
He also highlighted the spirit of camaraderie among runners.
“Seeing many friends and the running community support each other — it’s a great thing to see.”
Running for Those Still Fighting
For others, the relay served as a way to show support for loved ones currently battling cancer.
Hailie Lim, participating for the first time with adidas Runners Singapore, said her team had a deeply personal reason to be there.
“I’m doing it for the first time this year with the adidas Runners Singapore team and doing it for a good cause,” she said.
“Especially for our loved one, our captain Eugene who is currently fighting cancer. We hope to do this as support for the cancer community so they find strength and know they are not alone in this journey.”
Honouring Loved Ones Lost
For many participants, the night was also about remembrance.
Priscilla Chan from Jolly Pace Group returned for her second Relay For Life.
“The reason why I’m doing this is because my aunt died of cancer,” she shared. “I find this event very meaningful, so I’m here with my run crew Jolly Pace Group as well as a few of the other run clubs.”
Pushing Limits for a Personal Tribute
Some runners pushed themselves to extraordinary distances during the challenge.
Joseph Ong of Jadey's Run Club returned to the relay after completing a solo 100km run last year in honour of his father.
“This event is very meaningful to me because my dad passed away in 2015,” he said.
“I did a solo 100km at last year’s Relay for Life because it was the 10th anniversary of his passing. This year we’re doing it together — I’m running with Jadey’s Run Club and hoping to do 100km or even more today.”
Running Through the Night for Hope
From seasoned endurance runners to first-time participants, the event once again demonstrated the strength of Singapore’s running community when united behind a cause.
By sunrise, thousands of laps had been completed — each one representing hope, remembrance and determination in the ongoing fight against cancer.
With fundraising totals already surpassing expectations, this year’s Singapore Cancer Society Relay For Life proved once again that when the community comes together, the impact can be powerful and far-reaching. #RelayForLife2026 #RFLSingapore
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