01/06/2026
OFFICIAL STATEMENT
The Organizing Committee of the Magdiwata Festival Half Marathon 2026 sincerely apologizes to all participants for our inability to provide the official wristbands intended to serve as proof of passage at designated turning points along the race route.
The wristbands had already been prepared by our supplier; however, due to an honest oversight, the supply was inadvertently left behind and was not delivered to the event venue on race day. As an alternative measure, we utilized rubber bands to fulfill the same purpose. Unfortunately, the available supply of rubber bands was limited and may not have been sufficient in some instances.
We understand the importance of proper race monitoring and verification, and we acknowledge any inconvenience, confusion, or concern this situation may have caused. Please be assured that this was not intentional, and the organizing team made every effort to implement an immediate solution under the circumstances.
We take full responsibility for this oversight and are committed to strengthening our event logistics and contingency measures to ensure that similar incidents do not occur in future races.
Thank you for your understanding, patience, and continued support of the Magdiwata Festival Half Marathon. We remain dedicated to providing a safe, fair, and enjoyable race experience for all participants.
Magdiwata Festival Half Marathon 2026
Organizing Committee