Fengxian to hold outdoor sports festival

english.shanghai.gov.cn| October 14, 2024

Fengxian district is set to host the Second Shanghaiwan Outdoor Sports Festival at Haiwan National Forest Park from Oct 27 to Dec 14.

The festival will include a triathlon, a marathon, and outdoor activities themed on yoga, family, and camping. Attendees can also enjoy concerts, coffee, and food bazaars.

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The autumn scenery of Haiwan National Forest Park. [Photo/WeChat account of the Information Office of Fengxian District]

The festival will begin with the Haiwan Triathlon on Oct 27 in the national park. The competition will include a sprint distance comprising a 0.75-kilometer swim, 20-km bike ride, and 5-km run, along with ride-run (5-km run, 20-km and 5-km bike ride) and swim-run (0.75-km swim, 5-km run) events.

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A glimpse of a previous Fengxian Haiwan Forest Half Marathon. [Photo/WeChat account of the Information Office of Fengxian District]

The highlight of the festival, the Fengxian Haiwan Forest Half Marathon, is scheduled for Nov 24 in Haiwan National Forest Park. Interested individuals can sign up by scanning the provided QR code.

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Source: WeChat account of the Information Office of Fengxian District at "fengxian310226"