Ruckathon Info

Let's Ruck To Lighten Burdens!

Join us for a 5km route with a 5kg backpack.

Rucking is a social activity that brings people together outdoors, with the added challenge of walking while carrying a weighted backpack. 5kg is the load we have chosen to carry at our Ruckathon. Yet for many of our beneficiaries and their caregivers, the loads on their shoulders are not for them to choose.

From dealing with financial stressors, mental health concerns, and frailty issues to caregiving challenges, these burdens can be too heavy to bear on their own. Show your support by carrying weighted backpacks that represents our beneficiaries' burdens - symbolising the sharing and lightening of their troubles and loads.

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Date & Time

28 Mar 2026,
Morning

Venue

Gardens By The Bay

Guest-of-Honour

Minister Chan Chun Sing,
Coodinating Minister for Public Services and Minister for Defence

Registration Period

21 Oct 2025 to
14 Mar 2026

Fundraising Period

Till 31 Mar 2026

What to Look Forward to

Route

Enjoy a 5km walk along the picturesque Gardens By The Bay.

Congrats! You’re a 5-km ruckathon finisher. At the end of the route lies our Ruckers’ Village. Here, you will enjoy activities that can help you refuel and recover!

Ruck Village

The excitement doesn’t end with the finish line! Unwind and immerse yourself in the Ruckers’ Village! Designed for all ages, the village offers fitness with purpose, fun fringe activities, plus food trucks for a lively community vibe.

CareQuest Zone
Singapore’s first – ‘CareQuest’ stations that blend fitness challenges, family bonding, and mental health messages! Four fun zones designed for children, youths, families, and seniors.

Complete the quests and be rewarded!

Refreshment Zone
After the ruck, head over to our refreshment zone! Treat yourself to a well-earned bite, with a variety of delicious food and refreshing drinks available for purchase. Gather your family and friends, lay out a picnic, and soak in the atmosphere as you celebrate your achievement together.

Fringe Fun Zone
Create lasting memories together at our bouncy castle, craft stations, balloon sculpting and massage stations. A space for families to play, bond and practise self-care.

Limited Edition Ruck Patches

Earn exclusive collectible rucking patches! Complete the 5km ruck, or volunteer to collect your unique patches. Sign up now!

Getting to the Ruckathon Venue

By MRT

Take the Downtown Line or Circle Line to Bayfront MRT Station (CE1/DT16).
Exit B and follow underground linkways to Gardens by the Bay.
Walk through the Dragonfly Bridge or Meadow Bridge to reach The Meadow. (Approx. 10–15 mins walk).

The Downtown Line officially starts service at 05:36 AM on Saturdays. This is the time the first train departs. If you're heading to Gardens by the Bay via Bayfront MRT (DT16), the earliest arrival via MRT would align closely after that first train.

By Bus

Nearest bus stops: Downtown MRT Station (03411) or Marina Bay Sands Hotel (03509).
Buses: 97, 97e, 106, 133, 502, 518.
From there, walk via Bayfront Avenue and the bridge to The Meadow

Most Singapore bus services operate from around 05:30 AM until after midnight. Some main routes may even begin slightly earlier around 05:15 AM, especially at depots or key interchanges. For specific bus routes serving Bayfront, you might want to check the operator’s schedule via SBS Transit’s or SMRT’s eGuide, which offer precise first/last bus timings per route.

By Car / Motorcycle

Address for GPS: 18 Marina Gardens Drive, Singapore 018953
Closest car parks:
- Bayfront Plaza Car Park (near Satay by the Bay) – ~5 mins walk to The Meadow.
- Main Entrance Basement Car Park (near The Flower Dome/Cloud Forest) – ~10–12 mins walk to The Meadow.
Car park charges apply (hourly rates).

By Car Hire / Ride-hailing

You can book a Grab, Gojek, TADA or Ryde directly to The Meadow Drop-off Point.
Drop-off is convenient at The Meadow Gate (via Marina Gardens Drive).

Questions?

Check out our FAQs for more information.

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