According to the report of the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Dong Thap province, up to now, 10,673 people have registered to participate (not including 2,000 children) in the 2025 Dat Sen Hong - Dong Thap Marathon, the most of which is the 05 km race (5,480 people). The number of foreign players participating is 119 athletes from 20 countries, a significant increase compared to the 2024 season.
The opening ceremony of the 2025 Dat Sen Hong - Dong Thap Marathon will start at 7:00 p.m. on October 11 at the Temple of Literature Square, especially on the opening night, there will be an exciting music performance program. Along with that are response activities such as culinary festivals, exhibitions, introductions of local specialties, tourism promotion programs.
Regarding the competition route, the professional and technical departments of the International Marathon and Distance Running Association have surveyed and measured the standardization of the running route to ensure safety. The tournament organizing committee has agreed on the competition roadmap according to the proposal.
Mr. Huynh Minh Tuan - Vice Chairman of the People's Committee has requested the provinces and branches to focus on preparing necessary conditions, developing weather response plans, organizing regulation, regulating traffic flow and cutting traffic appropriately, arranging medical forces, rescue, and adequate logistics on the entire running route.
The People's Committees of Cao Lanh, My Tra, and My Ngai wards will review and inspect road infrastructure on the running routes; trim trees, ensure aesthetics, environmental ventilation; ensure lighting and safety for athletes participating in the competition.
The Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism urgently completes the contents for the opening and closing nights; pays attention to promoting tourist attractions, attractions, and experiences in the province, especially promoting the second Sa Dec Flower - ornamental Plant Festival.
