MANILA, Philippines — Close to 8,000 runners have already registered for the ASICS Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series which returns to the city of Manila, including the iconic Rizal Park, on Nov. 23 and 24.
The event covers four categories – 5K, 10K, 21K, and 42K – and promises to ignite the energy of the nation’s capital like never before.
This third annual staging, presented by AIA, promises to blend endurance racing with an electric party atmosphere, offering runners and spectators an experience unlike any other. The vibrant route will take participants through Manila’s historic sites like Jones Bridge, Intramuros and the National Museum, offering scenic and cultural highlights at every mile.
The races will kick off at different times, with the marathon starting at 10 p.m. on Nov. 23, followed by the half-marathon at midnight, the 10K race at 3 a.m. on Nov. 24, and the 5K race at 4 a.m.