3 January 2026 – For the very first time, Angsana Johor Bahru Mall successfully organized a 5km Fun Run, attracting 2,000 participants and marking the kickoff event for the Visit Johor Year 2026 celebration.

The event was graced by distinguished guests including Tourism Johor Director, Mohammad Nazrul bin Abd Rahim; Tourism Malaysia Southern Region Deputy Director, Awang Shawal Awang Sulaiman; Muhammad Ismail Dasuki, COO of UDA Land South Sdn. Bhd.; Mohd Nazri Jamiran, Senior Vice President of Investment and Property Management at UDA Holdings Berhad; Mohamad Zulkarnain Ismail, Johor State Director of Bank Simpanan Nasional; Imran Salleh, COO of UDA Angsana Sdn. Bhd.; Jeffri bin Munir, COO of Majestic Johor; and ASP Syed Muhammad Hanafi bin Syed Ahmad from the Johor Bahru North District Police Headquarters, representing the Acting District Police Chief.

The flag-off began with a convoy led by Johor Public Transport Corporation buses, followed by taxis and then the runners. Prior to the run, participants took part in a mass warm-up session. Along the route, vibrant side activities including cultural dance performances at each checkpoint added to the festive atmosphere. A lucky draw featuring a grand prize of an EV scooter, along with various sales and side activities that continued until 1:00 AM, completed the excitement of this lively event.