LCSD to hold “Celebrating the National Day – Harbour Run For Fun” and “People and Pets in Celebration of the National Day” on September 22
​The Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD) will hold "Celebrating the National Day – Harbour Run For Fun" and "People and Pets in Celebration of the National Day" on September 22 (Sunday) for members of the public to experience the joyful atmosphere of celebrating the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China.
"Celebrating the National Day – Harbour Run For Fun", which was open for enrolment earlier, received overwhelming support from the public, and the registration quota was reached rapidly. "People and Pets in Celebration of the National Day", including the "Carnival for People and Pets" and the "Cute Pet Parade and Grooming Competition", will take place in the vicinity of the Central and Western District Promenade (Central Section) and Tamar Park from 10am to 1pm. Admission is free. Activities in the "Carnival for People and Pets" include different parent-child game booths, workshops on Chinese culture, an exhibition showcasing the achievements of Hong Kong athletes and a park orienteering activity and various performances to celebrate National Day, such as dragon and lion dances, Chinese martial arts, fitness exercises, Chinese ethnic dances and rope skipping. Citizens are welcome to join on the spot. Participants will receive souvenirs if they collect stamps.
"Cute Pet Parade and Grooming Competition" will be organised in the pet garden at the Central and Western District Promenade (Central Section) on the event day, welcoming citizens to join with their pets. Participants can showcase their creativity by dressing their pets in National Day-themed costumes, competing for the Best Dressed Pet Award and the Best Teamwork Award.
Each participant in the above competition will receive a certificate and souvenirs. Interested persons can enrol online through the website, between 8.30am on September 12 (Thursday) and 11.59pm on September 18 (Wednesday). The enrolment quota is 25 participants. Enrolment is free and on a first-come, first-served basis. Once the quota is full, an announcement will be made via the website and the "LCSD Plusss" Facebook page. If there are remaining spots, citizens can enrol on-site between 9.30am and 10am. Entrants will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Moreover, a free pet play area will also be set up at the pet garden. There will be various play facilities for citizens to enjoy with their pets. No reservation is required.
For more information about the competition and the points to note for participants, citizens can visit the website. For enquiries, please contact the Central and Western District Leisure Services Office at 2853 2566 during office hours.