Championing diversity: Pride Run 2026 introduces 16km category, non-binary podium awards

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MANILA, Philippines — The 2026 Runrio Pride Run, co-presented by SM Supermalls and Mogu Mogu, expands nationwide three key venues: SM Lanang in Davao last June 7, SM MOA Complex in Pasay on June 21, and SM Seaside Cebu on June 28.

Pride Run 2026 is poised to be the biggest edition of the running series yet, targeting 15,000 runners across its three legs.

Now in its third year, Pride Run continues to celebrate and recognize the LGBTQIA+ community and its ongoing fight for equality, tolerance and acceptance. While created with the LGBTQIA+ community in mind, Pride Run welcomes all runners regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, age or skill level.

By bringing together runners from Davao, Cebu and Manila, Pride Run 2026 aims to unite the country through a shared celebration of diversity, inclusion and community. The event serves as a powerful reminder that the values of equality, respect and acceptance transcend geography—connecting Filipinos from all walks of life in one meaningful movement.

Pride Run 2026 marks another milestone as SM Supermalls returns as the presenting partner of the event for the third consecutive year, further strengthening its commitment to inclusivity and diversity.

The run also welcomes Mogu Mogu as a co-presenter, having first supported the event during its debut in 2024.

The Philippine Anti-Discrimination Alliance of Youth Leaders (PANTAY) continues to serve as the official advocacy partner of Pride Run.

PANTAY collaborates with various youth sectors to advance transformative legislation that upholds equality, respect, and human rights. In line with its continued commitment to inclusivity and equality, Runrio Inc. will donate P500,000 to support PANTAY’s advocacy initiatives.

This year, Pride Run introduces a new 16km category alongside the existing 1km Dog Run, 3km, 5km and 10km events. The event also updates its awards structure, now recognizing the Top 3 Men, Top 3 Women, and Top 3 Non-Binary finishers in each category instead of the previous Top 10 overall finishers format.

Aligned with global pride run standards, the change reflects Pride Run’s continued commitment to inclusivity, representation and greater visibility for women and non-binary athletes during the awarding ceremonies.

Participants of Pride Run 2026 can look forward to a vibrant Sunday morning filled with sponsor activations, drag performances, a costume contest and the celebratory spirit of queer joy.

Everyone is invited to join this colorful celebration.

To register, visit register.priderun.ph. For more information and partnership inquiries, email priderun@runrio.com.


Editor's Note: Philstar.com is a media partner to the 2026 Runrio Pride Run.


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