Sports, culture, and tourism came together at the Mandiri Jogja Marathon (MJM) 2026 held in the Prambanan Temple area, Sleman.
With more than 10,000 participants from around the world, this event delivered a running experience that was not only challenging, but also a memorable journey at every kilometer.
As the Official Mineral Water Partner, AQUA supported the runners’ journey through hydration support and various exciting activities along the race route.
Through the spirit of Kaum Adem, AQUA encouraged the participants to embrace a fresher, cooler, more comfortable, and enjoyable running experience until the finish line.
Stay Hydrated with AQUA, Keeping Runners Cool and Comfortable
In long-distance running events, maintaining fluid intake is one of the essential aspects. Proper hydration helps runners stay refreshed and comfortable throughout the race.
As the Official Mineral Water Partner, AQUA supported the hydration needs of Mandiri Jogja Marathon (MJM) 2026 participants.
This reflected the spirit of Kaum Adem by encouraging people to adopt an active lifestyle while enjoying every step of the journey in a positive and balanced way.
This spirit also aligned with the “More Than a Race” theme by MJM 2026. In addition to focusing solely on the finish line, runners should enjoy every step while immersing themselves in the rich culture of Yogyakarta along the race.
AQUA Provided Refreshing Points to Every Mile of MJM 2026
To help runners stay hydrated throughout the race, AQUA provided 21 water stations at various points along the MJM 2026 route.
Furthermore, AQUA also introduced some activities to boost the spirit of participants. One of the highlights was “Siraman Adem” cheering spot, which delivered a refreshing sensation inspired by Yogyakarta’s rich cultural tradition.
Additionally, local culture felt more alive in the area called “Angkringan Adem”, which served a variety of traditional Indonesian snacks.
This area allowed participants to experience another side of Yogyakarta by showcasing the city’s authentic culture and the community’s daily life.
To make this event more complete, AQUA also provided supporting facilities, such as giant fans and cooling water sponges, to create a different and more refreshing running experience.
These refreshing points reflected the real spirit of Kaum Adem presented by AQUA during the running competition.
Commitment of AQUA to Empowering Active Lifestyles in Indonesia
Adisti Nirmala, the Marketing Director of AQUA, stated that the participation of AQUA in Mandiri Jogja Marathon 2026 reflects the company’s commitment to encourage people to adopt an active lifestyle while also being balanced and fun.
“Mandiri Jogja Marathon 2026 is more than just completing the race, but also embracing an iconic journey enriched by culture. AQUA believes holistic hydration is an essential part to help runners feel refreshed mentally, emotionally, and physically, to give their best performance throughout the MJM competition. Through this collaboration, we hope to bring the spirit of Kaum Adem for runners, to keep moving, feel refreshed, and enjoy their step comfortably while experiencing the rich cultural heritage of Yogyakarta,” said Adisti
Through this participation, AQUA continues to keep a sustainable effort in encouraging people to be more active to perform various activities, including running, which has been increasingly popular.
Mandiri Jogja Marathon 2026, A Running Competition where Sports and Culture Came Together
AQUA’s participation added to the excitement of Mandiri Jogja Marathon 2026, an annual running competition that attracts the attention of runners across Indonesia and around the world.
This year, MJM 2026 had approximately 10,200 participants in total from 17 countries. This is the highest number on record since the first Mandiri Jogja Marathon was held in 2017.
Carrying the theme “More Than a Race”, MJM 2026 delivered an experience beyond a running competition. Participants ran through the natural landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and special charm of Yogyakarta.
This competition featured four categories: Marathon (42,195 km), Half Marathon (21,907 km), 10K, and 5K Fun Run.
All race courses in this competition were certified by the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS). Therefore, the participants can experience competing on world-class marathon routes.
It is no surprise that MJM has become one of the running competitions that offer a complete marathon experience, starting from high-quality race courses and rich cultural heritage.
To complete this experience, AQUA x MJM 2026 was present to support hydration and provide various engaging activities to accompany participants throughout the event.
With Kaum Adem, AQUA continues to inspire people to embrace an active lifestyle by maintaining balance, enjoying every step of the journey, and feeling the natural freshness in every activity.
