To mark the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, a “Celebrating the National Day - Harbour Run For Fun” event will be held on September 22 to encourage participants to wear Chinese costumes, or costumes with elements of National Day.

Held by the Leisure & Cultural Services Department, the event will be set alongside the Central & Western District Promenade (Central Section) and Wan Chai Temporary Promenade on the morning of September 22 for a 5km run. The quota available for enrolment is 750, and participants must be 14 years old or above.

People can register free of charge. They may enrol through My SmartPLAY mobile app, the SmartPLAY webpage or Smart Self-service Stations on a first come, first served basis from 8.30am on August 8.

Plus, those completing the run will receive a medal and other gifts.

Apart from encouraging participants to wear Chinese costumes, or costumes with elements of National Day in an effort to compete for the Best Chinese Costume Prize, each participant will receive a souvenir T-shirt.

Additionally, an invitation race will be launched on the event day. Various government departments and related organisations will be invited to participate in a 3km run and compete for the Most Outstanding Team Costume Prize.

In addition to the runs, a carnival will also be held from 10am to 1pm on the event day in the vicinity of the Central & Western District Promenade (Central Section) and Tamar Park where admission is free.

Activities include National Day performances, booth games, a pet grooming competition, a photo corner, an exhibition showcasing the achievements of outstanding Hong Kong athletes, a workshop on Chinese culture and arts as well as a park orienteering activity.

Call 2879 5622 or 2853 2566 for enquiries.