Ushered in Year 2016 with Hatten Neon Run 2015

Happy New Year! How do you celebrate your New Year's Eve? I head over to Melaka for the Hatten Neon Run 2015. The run held at Padang Pahlawan, took part by over 4,000 runners from around the region converged in the UNESCO World Heritage City of Melaka, is one of the most epic countdown event of the year.

This time, everything was bigger, bolder and more electrifying. The main event organiser Hatten Group and other prominent  event sponsors were UOB Bank, MyTeksi, L’Oreal, SportsDirect.com and many more. 

This year, the organisers decided to include the 3km Family Category for young families and older participants. 

Pic opportunity with Yuan Yufang.

We are honoured to have Malaysia's top national athletes Noraseela Mohd Khalid, 2012 Olympics competitor in the 400m Hurdles, SEA Games gold medallist, Subramaniam Genesan, Yuan Yufang, recipient of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) scholarship and former national long distance runner, M. Ramachandran joins us for the Neon Run.

I am well equipped with the iconic glow-in-the-dark dri fit jersey and paints to illuminate Melaka.

The crowd was flagged-off at 8.30pm officiated by the VIPs, Datuk Wira Eric Tan, Group Advisor of Hatten Group and Dato’ Edwin Tan, Group Chief Executive Officer of Hatten Group.

The run pass through historical landmarks such as Pulau Melaka, A’ Famosa, St. Paul’s Hill Independence Memorial and many more, with 5 exciting pit stops like the Neon-Arch, UV Tunnel and Photowall, Neon Step Run, Graffiti Neon, Neon Drummers and Neon N’ Dance Station. Half way through, we rehydrate ourself at the Water Station and fresh banana were distributed for a boost of energy. 

It is an enjoyable run while exploring the different sides of Melaka. Hatten Neon Run has also teamed up with charity beneficiary, UNICEF to give the community a chance to usher in 2016 in a more meaningful way. Besides the prominent awareness booths and donation drives, Hatten Group pledged to donate RM5 for each participant who signed up for the run. All proceeds will be donated to children in need across the world via the trusted channels of UNICEF.  

Hatten Neon Run 2015 indeed, marks a spectacular start to 2016 and a sweet ending to my 2015! Looking forward to a better year ahead for everyone. XOXO

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Hatten Neon Nite Run 2015

Can't believe 2015 is almost coming to an end. Have you planned your New Year's eve celebration? For a change, why not join the Hatten Neon Nite Run? The Hatten Neon Nite Run is back due to popular demand and this year it’s going to be bigger, bolder and brighter!

Hatten Group is bringing back Melaka’s most exciting year-end event to usher in 2016. Flagging off from Padang Pahlawan, Melaka on 31st December 2015, the route runs through the heart of the city, passing through historical landmarks and circling back to finish at the Padang. Three categories are making a debut this year, the Men’s and Women’s 7km Open and the free and easy 3km Family category which everyone, both young and old, can enjoy. 

The main highlight of the event is the vibrant Neon theme. Participants will be given Neon ‘glow-in-the-dark’ race kits which consist of high quality dri-fit neon jerseys, bibs, wristbands and glow-sticks. Several pit stops will be stationed along the route so participants can enjoy Neon activities such as the illuminated tunnel, UV graffiti, 3D photo ops, splash and dance-off. 

Hatten Group takes it a step further by teaming up with charity beneficiary, UNICEF. In addition to the fun activities and health benefits, Neon Runners will also be running for a cause as Hatten Group is donating RM5 for each participant. Hatten will also double the sum when participant numbers reach more than 5,000 pax - all proceeds to be directed to children in need across the world via the trusted channels of UNICEF.

Registration for the Hatten Neon Nite Run is now open! Entry fees are RM55 nett per pax for Individual Men’s and Women’s Open, RM45 nett for Students (photocopy of Student ID is required) and RM105 nett for the Family Category (max. 5 members). 

Register online at www.hattenneonrun.com or via manual registration at LG, Dataran Pahlawan Melaka Megamall Information Counter. For more information, please contact the appointed event organiser – Concept eleven at 010 2260227 – May Teh.