SonKim Land joins as the strategic partner for Thu Duc City Run 2024
The 2nd Thu Duc City Run Half Marathon 2024, an annual signature event of Thu Duc City, will be hosted by the Thu Duc People’s Committee, with SonKim Land chosen as a strategic partner.
Directed by the Thu Duc City People’s Committee in collaboration with the Department of Culture, Sports, and Tourism, Ho Chi Minh City Sports Center, and various other organizations, the event will also see participation from the Ho Chi Minh City Athletics Federation, HAPI Events, and Delta.
Building on the success of the 2023 race, Thu Duc City Run 2024 aims to offer a high-caliber event for running enthusiasts in the East end of Saigon. Alongside SonKim Land’s partnership, actress Nha Phuong, a frequent participant in Ho Chi Minh City’s running and sports events, will join as the event ambassador.
Thu Duc City Run 2024 is a signature annual event of Thu Duc
The run will take place from November 30 to December 1, 2024, with an opening ceremony at 9:00 AM on November 30 at Saigon Riverside Park (Thu Thiem Ward, Thu Duc City). Races will start at staggered times: 3:45 PM, 4:45 PM on November 30, and 5:15 AM, 5:00 AM, and 4:30 AM on December 1, covering distances of 1.5 km, 3 km, 5 km, 10 km, and 21 km, respectively.
The event welcomes the participation of many running enthusiasts and athletes
Under the theme “Stronger Together,” Thu Duc City Run 2024 invites the community to promote an active, positive lifestyle with four key messages: “Run Together - Enjoy Together - Go Green Together - Share Together.” Set at the scenic Saigon Riverside Park near The Metropole Thu Thiem, a project developed by strategic partner SonKim Land, the event offers runners a unique opportunity to conquer one of the most beautiful riverside courses in Saigon, while witnessing the vibrant sunrise over Thu Thiem urban area.
Conquer the scenic track at Thu Duc City Run 2024
In addition to engaging experiences, runners will receive memorable race photos captured along the route. The journey is made even more exciting with mascots leading the pack, creative cosplay, and support from the organizers for all participants.
A diverse prize structure covers various distances, age groups, and special awards, including Best Cosplay, Most Participating Company, and awards for the oldest and youngest participants. Thu Duc City Run 2024 also offers a colorful playground and activities for families, children, and solo runners. Participants are encouraged to spread environmental awareness with meaningful initiatives, such as recycling plastic bottles and waste into useful items on-site, and contributing to a post-event tree-planting program titled “Nurture Green, Sow Happiness.”
Exciting Experiences Along the Running Route
SonKim Land, with brand partner Jockey, has crafted a special race kit for this year’s event, featuring an eco-friendly green and orange shirt and drawstring backpack. This initiative promotes the event’s values and demonstrates SonKim Land’s commitment to sustainable, green growth alongside Thu Duc City Run 2024.
Race kit unveiled at the thu duc people’s committee press conference on November 30, 2024
Through this sponsorship, SonKim Land reaffirms its dedication to bringing engaging sports activities to city residents, enhancing community health, and contributing to Thu Duc City's vision of becoming a vibrant cultural, sports, and tourism destination with the spirit of “Dynamic - Youthful - Open - Colorful - Enthusiastic,” as directed by the Thu Duc People’s Committee.
With thorough preparation and the involvement of professional organizations, strategic partners, sponsors, and ambassador actress Nha Phuong, Thu Duc City Run 2024 promises to be an event that gathers professional athletes, running enthusiasts, and people of all ages and experience levels to challenge themselves and push beyond their limits together.