The Gift of Running 2026 serves as the final leg of the RUN FOR REAL: MNL City Run 2026 Series, happening on December 6, 2026, at Central Park in Filinvest City, Alabang, Muntinlupa City. Organized by Rule and Rich Events Management Services, the event highlights hope, community support, and shared purpose. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the CRIBS Foundation, a non-profit organization providing a safe home for abandoned infants and young female survivors of abuse.
The event offers several race categories to cater to different fitness levels, featuring a 1K Dog Run alongside 3K, 5K, 10K, and 21K distances. Participants will receive race inclusions such as a full sublimation singlet, finisher medal, tote bag, race bib with RFID tag, and a raffle ticket. Finisher shirts are provided for 10K and 21K runners, while 1K Dog Run participants receive a dog bandana and finisher dog tag. Awards will be given to the top three overall male and female finishers per category.
Interested participants may register online or visit the physical registration venue located at Festival Mall Alabang, UGF West Wing, in front of Decathlon. The registration deadline is December 5, 2026.
The Gift of Running 2026 Details
| Event | The Gift of Running 2026 |
| Date | Sunday, December 6, 2026 |
| Gun Start | 1K Dog Run – 6:35 AM 3K -6:30 AM 5K – 6:00 AM 10K – 5:00 AM 21K = 4:00 AM |
| Venue | Central Park, Filinvest City Alabang, Central Park, Filinvest City Alabang, Muntinlupa City, Metro Manila |
| Race Distances | 3K, 5K, 10K, 21K, 1K Dog Run |
| Registration Fees | 1K Dog Run – 950 3K – 1,050 5K – 1,150 10K – 1,450 21K – 1,850 |
| Registration Deadline | Saturday, December 5, 2026 |
| Race Kit / Inclusions | ►►► 21K Registration fee: Php 1,850 | EARLY BIRD Php 1,750 Kit inclusion: Full Sublimation Singlet, Finisher Medal, Full Sublimation Finisher Shirt, Tote Bag, Race Bib with RFID tag, and Raffle ticket Assembly time: 3:30 AM Gun Start: 4:00 AM Cut-off: 7:30 AM / 3.5 hours ►►► 10K Registration fee: Php 1,450 | EARLY BIRD Php 1,350 Kit inclusion: Full Sublimation Singlet, Finisher Medal, Full Sublimation Finisher Shirt, Tote Bag, Race Bib with RFID tag, and Raffle ticket Assembly time: 4:30 AM Gun Start: 5:00 AM Cut-off: 7:30 AM / 2.5 hours ►►► 5K Registration fee: Php 1,150 | EARLY BIRD Php 1,050 Kit inclusion: Full Sublimation Singlet, Finisher Medal, Tote Bag, Race Bib with RFID tag and Raffle ticket Assembly time: 5:30 AM Gun Start: 6:00 AM Cut-off: 7:30 AM / 1.5 hours ►►► 3K Registration fee: Php 1,050 | EARLY BIRD Php 950 Kit inclusion: Full Sublimation Singlet, Finisher Medal, Tote Bag, Race Bib with RFID tag and Raffle ticket Assembly time: 6:00 AM Gun Start: 6:30 AM Cut-off: 7:30 AM / 1 hour ►►► 1K Dog Run Registration fee: Php 950 | EARLY BIRD Php 850 Kit inclusion: Full Sublimation Singlet, Finisher Dog Tag, Dog Bandana, Tote Bag, Race Bib with RFID tag and Raffle ticket Assembly time: 6:00 AM Gun Start: 6:35 AM Cut-off: 7:35 AM / 1 hour |
| Cut-off Times | 21K – 3.5 hours 10K – 2.5 hours 5K – 1.5 hours 3K – 1 hour 1K Dog Run – 1 hour |
| Elevation Gain | N/A |
| Mandatory Gear | N/A |
| Awards & Prizes | Top 3 overall per distance, Male and Female Category |
| Registration Venues | Festival Mall Alabang — UGF West Wing, in front of Decathlon |
| Organizer | Rule and Rich Events Management Services |
| Contact | mark nunez · 09184542770 · mnlcityrun.marketingassociate@gmail.com |
How to Register
Race Kit, Medals & Route
The Gift of Running 2026 FAQ
When is The Gift of Running 2026?
The Gift of Running 2026 is on Sunday, December 6, 2026 (1K Dog Run – 6:35 AM).
Where is The Gift of Running 2026?
It will be held at Central Park, Filinvest City Alabang, Central Park, Filinvest City Alabang, Muntinlupa City, Metro Manila.
What distances are available?
3K, 5K, 10K, 21K, 1K Dog Run.
How much is the registration fee?
1K Dog Run – 950; 3K – 1,050; 5K – 1,150; 10K – 1,450; 21K – 1,850.
What’s in the race kit?
►►► 21K, Registration fee: Php 1,850 | EARLY BIRD Php 1,750, Kit inclusion: Full Sublimation Singlet, Finisher Medal, Full Sublimation Finisher Shirt, Tote Bag, Race Bib with RFID tag, and Raffle ticket, Assembly time: 3:30 AM, Gun Start: 4:00 AM, Cut-off: 7:30 AM / 3.5 hours, ►►► 10K, Registration fee: Php 1,450 | EARLY BIRD Php 1,350, Kit inclusion: Full Sublimation Singlet, Finisher Medal, Full Sublimation Finisher Shirt, Tote Bag, Race Bib with RFID tag, and Raffle ticket, Assembly time: 4:30 AM, Gun Start: 5:00 AM, Cut-off: 7:30 AM / 2.5 hours, ►►► 5K, Registration fee: Php 1,150 | EARLY BIRD Php 1,050, Kit inclusion: Full Sublimation Singlet, Finisher Medal, Tote Bag, Race Bib with RFID tag and Raffle ticket, Assembly time: 5:30 AM, Gun Start: 6:00 AM, Cut-off: 7:30 AM / 1.5 hours, ►►► 3K, Registration fee: Php 1,050 | EARLY BIRD Php 950, Kit inclusion: Full Sublimation Singlet, Finisher Medal, Tote Bag, Race Bib with RFID tag and Raffle ticket, Assembly time: 6:00 AM, Gun Start: 6:30 AM, Cut-off: 7:30 AM / 1 hour, ►►► 1K Dog Run, Registration fee: Php 950 | EARLY BIRD Php 850, Kit inclusion: Full Sublimation Singlet, Finisher Dog Tag, Dog Bandana, Tote Bag, Race Bib with RFID tag and Raffle ticket, Assembly time: 6:00 AM, Gun Start: 6:35 AM, Cut-off: 7:35 AM / 1 hour.
How do I register for The Gift of Running 2026?
Register online through the official registration page linked on this page.
