GEORGE TOWN, Malaysia, Jan. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Hard Rock Hotel Penang proudly announces the return of its highly anticipated charity event, Rock to Rock Run, scheduled for 15 June 2025 at 6.00 am.
Press Conference of Rock to Rock Run 2025 at Hard Rock Hotel Penang
Launched in 2010 as a heartfelt initiative to give back to the local community, Rock to Rock Run has grown into a platform for meaningful change. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the event aims to raise RM50,000 for two beneficiaries:
Sekolah Kebangsaan Batu FerringhiFunds will support refurbishing a classroom to create an inclusive space for students with disabilities, marking the hotel’s second collaboration with the school. Caring Hearts BerhadA non-profit organisation dedicated to providing education to refugee and disadvantaged children in Penang.
Registration opens from now to 28 February 2025 for 2,000 runners. Participants can register at https://howei.com/event_details/rocktorockrun2025. Registration fees are RM99 for the Competitive Run (10.2 km) and RM90 for the Fun Run (3.8 km), excluding tax. All participants will receive:
An exclusive Rock to Rock Run 2025 jersey T-shirt A finisher medal An e-certificate A lucky draw entry on the event day
To commemorate the milestone, participants can upgrade to the Limited Edition 10th Anniversary Tee for an additional RM30, or add-on for RM50. Race packs must be collected on 13–14 June 2025, from 10.00 am to 6.00 pm at Hard Rock Hotel Penang.
YB Daniel Gooi Zi Sen, Penang State EXCO for Youth, Sports and Health, remarked: "The Rock to Rock Run exemplifies how events can unite our community while aligning with the Penang2030 vision of a Family-Focused State."
Michael Smeeton, General Manager of Hard Rock Hotel Penang, added: "The Rock to Rock Run reflects our values—All Is One, Love All – Serve All, and Take Time to Be Kind—and our commitment to making a positive impact."
The event is co-organised by the Penang Amateur Athletic Association (P.A.A.A.) and supported by the Penang State Sports Council and Majlis Bandaraya Pulau Pinang. Key partners and sponsors include Decathlon Malaysia, Sanyu Sdn Bhd, Lee Sportswear International Sdn Bhd, Howei (M) Sdn Bhd, Eden Workforce Consulting, and others.
About Hard Rock®:Hard Rock International (HRI) is one of the most globally recognized companies with venues in over 74 countries spanning 313 locations, including owned/licensed or managed Hotels, Casinos, Rock Shops®, Live Performance Venues and Cafes. Its Unity by Hard Rock™ global loyalty program rewards members for doing the things they love across participating properties around the world. HRI also launched a joint venture named Hard Rock Digital in 2020, an online sportsbook, retail sportsbook and internet gaming platform. Beginning with an Eric Clapton guitar, Hard Rock owns the world’s largest and most valuable collection of authentic music memorabilia at more than 88,000 pieces, which are displayed at its locations around the globe. HRI became the first privately-owned gaming company designated a U.S. Best Managed Company by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal in 2021 and has since been honoured fourfold. Hard Rock was also honoured by Forbes among the World’s Best Employers, Best Employers for Women, Diversity and New Grads and a Top Large Employer in the Travel & Leisure, Gaming and Entertainment Industry. In the 2022 Global Gaming Awards, Hard Rock was named Land-Based Operator of the Year for the second time in four years. Hard Rock International currently holds investment grades from primary investment-grade rating agencies: S&P Global Ratings (BBB-) and Fitch Ratings (BBB). For more information on Hard Rock International, visit www.hardrock.com or shop.hardrock.com.
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