UTS Family Sport Day 2026 “Eagles Run, Eagles Go Beyond” Officially Returns

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Looking for a meaningful weekend activity that keeps the whole family active while creating lasting memories together? UTS Family Sport Day 2026 is back with an exciting running event where parents and children can run side by side, celebrate healthy living, and connect with the UTS community. Read on to discover everything you need to know about this year’s event.

UTS Family Sport Day – The Biggest Annual Sporting Event at UTS

UTS Family Sport Day is the school’s annual community sports event, designed to promote healthy lifestyles, strengthen family bonds, and inspire holistic development among students, parents, teachers, and staff.

Taking place at the end of March, UTS Family Sport Day 2026 embraces the theme “Eagles Run, Eagles Go Beyond,” reflecting UTS’s Beyond Learning educational philosophy. More than just a race, the event encourages our community to step beyond the classroom and embrace balanced physical wellbeing, meaningful connections, and lifelong healthy habits.

Why Is UTS Family Sport Day the Most Anticipated Sporting Event of the Year?

A Scenic Green Running Course in a Modern School Campus

Families will enjoy running through the beautiful grounds of UTS Saigon South Campus, our flagship campus spanning over 30,000 square metres of thoughtfully designed learning spaces. The running course winds through a safe, modern, and green environment, providing the perfect setting for an energetic and enjoyable family experience.

toàn cảnh UTS Nam Sài Gòn

The expansive green campus of UTS Saigon South Campus

Beyond the race itself, this is also a wonderful opportunity for parents and children to experience UTS’s international-standard learning environment, where students’ physical and emotional wellbeing is always a priority.

A Meaningful Family Bonding Experience

UTS Family Sport Day is designed to bring families together through movement and shared experiences. With three family-friendly race distances, parents and children can participate side by side, encouraging one another and celebrating every milestone together.

Exercising in a safe, positive environment not only strengthens family relationships but also helps build healthy habits and foster a lifelong love of sports.

Không gian thể thao gắn kết gia đình, lan tỏa tinh thần sống khỏe bền vữn

Creating stronger family connections through sport and active living

Creating a Positive Impact on the Community

UTS Family Sport Day is more than a sporting event, it is a celebration of community spirit and social responsibility. Every step taken by our students and families reflects the values of unity, compassion, and contribution that define the UTS community.

Students learn the value of giving back through meaningful community activities

Most importantly, 100% of ticket profits will be donated to the UTS Impact Fund, supporting community outreach initiatives and meaningful projects throughout the academic year. Through this initiative, UTS continues to spread the spirit of “Students Supporting Students, Teachers Supporting Teachers, and Schools Supporting Schools,” reaching those in need within the wider community.

UTS Family Sport Day 2026 Event Information

  • Date: Saturday, 28 March 2026
  • Venue: UTS Saigon South Campus, 68 Street No. 22, Binh Hung Commune (formerly Phong Phu 5, Binh Chanh District)
  • Registration Fees:
    • Early Bird (until 4 March): VND 300,000 per participant
    • Regular (until 17 March): VND 350,000 per participant
  • Registration Includes:
    • Race bib and official event T-shirt
    • Finisher’s medal
    • On-course refreshments
    • Medical support throughout the event

Learn more about the event HERE

Register Today and Create Unforgettable Family Memories at UTS Family Sport Day 2026

With its scenic green running course at UTS Saigon South Campus and race categories suitable for participants of all ages, UTS Family Sport Day 2026 offers the perfect opportunity for families to stay active, strengthen relationships, and celebrate a healthy lifestyle together.

Join us for an unforgettable day of energy, connection, and community spirit at UTS Family Sport Day 2026: Eagles Run, Eagles Go Beyond!

Register HERE!

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