3,500 runners to win Happy Run from 6:30am
One hour before the 1.35 km race started, at 5:30 am on March 12, the organizers of FPT - Happy Run opened a drop-off counter and distributed wish-writing pinwheels to child runners. This is an activity that means writing "happiness" wishes - the message of the tournament.
The opening ceremony will take place at 6am with the participation of 3,500 runners from all over the country. All focused on warming up with the Happy Dance dance to set the record of "The performance with the most runners participating".
At 6:30 a.m., the 1.35-distance runner group headed to the starting line with the route crossing the Han River on Nguyen Van Troi bridge. The organizers arranged many different runs to ensure general safety. The time frame for the two distances is 45 minutes apart. Those who wish to compete will be given priority to participate in the first run.
All start from the gate in front of the pedestrian bridge in Nguyen Van Troi Park. This is also where the runner reaches the finish line. At 9am, the Organizing Committee closed the track for both distances. Runner has 30 minutes to rest before entering the awards ceremony and closing at 9:30.
Before the competition day, the Happy Run Organizing Committee will distribute Bib between 8am and 5pm on March 11 at Nguyen Van Troi Park. Individuals and families can immerse themselves in Happy Fair events, painting a giant picture according to instructions from the organizers. The finished painting will be displayed at the main stage area.
This area is also where FPT Corporation's member companies set up booths, displaying technology and household products... at preferential prices, exclusively for customers visiting the event.
Not only running, exercising, participating in the Happy Run is a way for runners to show interest in the community. With the message "Creating happiness", the activities took place towards the goal of raising funds to support disadvantaged students in remote areas, responding to the "FPT for the community" day (March 13). )".
In addition, participants can experience many other activities such as minigames, 100 meters racing challenge, art performances to celebrate the 35th birthday of FPT Corporation at the main stage area.
The Happy Run Community Run is organized by FPT Corporation in order to encourage sportsmanship and at the same time help those living in difficulties. Participating in the tournament, the runner will pay a fee of 100,000 VND.
For each ticket sold, the organizer will contribute an additional million VND, expected to be over 3.5 billion VND. All proceeds will be transferred to the Hope Fund (HOPE) to implement projects to improve the quality of life of people, especially children in disadvantaged areas.