Smoke-free Run 2026
Exercise reduces tobacco cravings and helps manage withdrawal symptoms. A study by the University of British Columbia showed that half of the participants who had a 10-week community running programme aimed at smoking cessation were successful to quit smoking and improve their mental health. In recent years, running has become one of the most popular exercises in Hong Kong with various marathons and running events every year. To follow the success of Smoke-free Run 2019 and 2022, Hong Kong Council on Smoking and Health (COSH) will organize "Smoke-free Run" again on February 14, 2026 (Saturday). The event aims at motivating smokers to quit smoking through exercises and encouraging the public to build a healthy lifestyle. Wise Mike, the smoke-free ambassador will lead the public to join this healthy event.
The race features 10km, 3km, 1km, and 800m family run, with categories for Individual, Corporate Team, Schools Team, Smoke-free Buddy Team* and Smoke-free Family Team. A smoke-free carnival will also be held, participants can know more smoke-free message through games and exhibitions, and have the chance to win various exquisite prizes.
Each participant will receive a race pack, including a Wise Mike drawstring bag, a sports T-shirt, a race bib with a timing chip, a sports towel, a pair of sports socks, a water bottle, a Wise Mike shoulder plush and a finisher medal. All participants are invited to spread the smoke-free message to fellow runners and their family and friends. Wise Mike will also be there in person to meet everyone and cheer you on!
| Organizer： |
Hong Kong Council on Smoking and Health
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| Event Management： |
Sportsoho Media Limited
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| Date： |
14 February 2026 (Saturday)
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| Venue： |
Charles K. Kao Auditorium (Golden Egg), Science Park & Pak Shek Kok Promenade
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| Starting Time： |
10KM Race : 8 a.m.
3KM Race : 8:05 a.m. 1KM Race : 9 a.m. 800M Smoke-free Family：9:15 a.m. *Participant should start according to their own start time, otherwise his/her time will not be counted for category ranking and team cup result. |
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| Category： |
10KM (Individual, School Team, Corporate Team, Smoke-free Buddy)
3KM (Individual, School Team, Corporate Team, Smoke-free Buddy) 1KM (Individual) 800M Smoke-free Family |
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| Quota： |
Total 1,500 (First come first serve)
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| Enrolment Fee : |
# At least one of the members of the Smoke-free Buddy must be a smoker/current quitter. The Organizer reserves the right to undertake the exhaled carbon monoxide test and/or saliva cotinine test after enrollment. Any person who provides invalid personal data or false details will be disqualified (if applicable).
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Race Pack
Every participant for race will receive a race pack.
* Remark： Photo is for reference only
Smoke-free Carnival
The venue will host the “Smoke-free Carnival” featuring interactive game booths and information exhibits to promote smoke-free messages and raise awareness of a healthy lifestyle and the importance of a smoke-free. Admission to the carnival is free. Participants can play games at the booths to win exquisite souvenirs featuring Smoke-free Ambassador “Wise Mike”, while stocks last. On the event day, “Wise Mike” will also make an appearance to encourage the public to exercise more and contribute to the “Tobacco-free Hong Kong”.
Carnival time: 8:30a.m. – 4:00p.m.
Location: Hong Kong Science Park (Golden Egg)
Enquiry
Hotline︰21171650
Email︰smokefreerun@sportsoho.com