Participants must read through the Important Notices and the "Terms and Conditions" listed below carefully. By completing and submitting your application, you accept all event arrangements, rules, and Terms and Conditions.
A confirmation email will be sent to participants upon successful registration (ONLY the parent of each 1km Fun Family Group will receive the confirmation email). If you have not received any confirmation email after submitting your registration, please contact us by email events@hongkong.msf.org or call (852) 2959 4249 for assistance.
An email will be sent to registered participants two weeks before the event with instructions regarding the collection of Race Packs.
Participants will be required to show a physical or electronic copy of the redemption email to pick up their Race Packs and other event materials. Should you wish to authorise a representative to collect your Pack, please complete the authorisation letter attached to the race pack redemption email and present it to our staff along with the identity documents.
Participants are expected to understand that this event by nature requires physical exertion. Only individuals who are physically capable and in sound medical condition should join the event. The Organiser strongly encourages all participants to closely monitor their own conditions to determine if they are capable of continuing the activity. In case of sickness or emergencies, please seek help from event staff immediately.
Participants are encouraged to protect themselves against sun exposure, by applying sunscreen, wearing shading headwear, and ensuring adequate hydration.
People who are pregnant or suffering from chronic illnesses, such as heart disease and high blood pressure, are not advised to join the competition. The Organiser reserves the right to deny any registration, and ban or disqualify any persons considered or suspected to be physically unfit to participate in the event.
If Typhoon Signal No.8 or above is hoisted anytime after 8am of the day before the event, the Organiser will call off the event.
If the Black or Red Rainstorm Signal is hoisted anytime after 4am on the event day, the Organiser will call off the event.
If the event is called off, the Organiser will strive to reschedule and any arrangements made will be announced. However, rescheduling is not guaranteed.
The event will continue unless any of the aforementioned weather signals are in effect. In case of any other weather signals being hoisted, it is up to participants to evaluate the situation, and the decision to carry on or withdraw from the event lies with the individual.
If experiencing adverse weather or any of the above warning signals are hoisted during the event, the Organiser reserves the right to change the event route or event arrangement or cancel the ongoing event.
The Organiser does not make refund arrangements under any circumstances.
Participants are recommended to refer to the Hong Kong Observatory for weather information. (Tel: 1878200)
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Leave no trace - take your little home and keep our natural environment clean and healthy.
Make use of recycle bins for waste sorting.
Bring a reusable bottle for drinking water to minimise bottled water consumption.
Prepare and use your own towel instead of tissue paper.
Try to start your training at least 3 months before the event. Beginners should train according to their abilities and slowly increase their running distance.
Gradually reduce your training intensity one to two weeks before the competition to avoid participating under accumulated fatigue, but complete rest is not recommended.
Increase consumption of carbohydrates 3 to 6 days before the race
3 to 4 hours before the race, sonsume easily digestible food, hydrate adequately, and avoid fiber-rich food.
Around 30 minutes of dynamic warm-up exercises is recommended before the race. Avoid relying solely on static warm-up and stretching.
If the event is called off/cancelled due to adverse weather, venue issue, or other unforeseeable circumstances, announcements will be made on the MSF Hong Kong Facebook page and this website.
Baggage storage will be provided for participant's personal items. Carrying of valuable items is discouraged. The Organiser does not assume responsibility in case of damage or loss. Usage of the storage service implies acceptance the non-liability of the Organiser.
Should there be any emergency or assistance needed during the event, participants shall contact the officials at the information centre.
All prizes are not cash-redeemable.
Any behaviour including but not limited to endangering the safety of others or oneself and affecting the results of the races, may result in disqualification.