The event is open to students and participants aged 13 years and above. Participants below 18 years old must have the knowledge and consent of a parent or legal guardian.

Participants may choose from the following accumulated-distance categories:

• 5K
• 10K
• 20K
• 40K
• 100K

No. The Carmelian 1st Virtual Fun Run is an accumulated-distance challenge. Participants may complete multiple runs anytime and anywhere during the official challenge period: August 30, 2026 to October 8, 2026 (40 days). All valid activities completed during the challenge period will be combined and credited toward the participant's chosen distance category.

Yes. Participants may complete their activities at their preferred location and schedule, provided that the activity is completed within the official challenge period and follows the event's rules and submission requirements.

Yes. Walking, jogging, and running are allowed. Participants may choose an activity appropriate to their fitness level, provided that the activity can be properly recorded and submitted according to the event guidelines.

Absolutely! The Carmelian 1st Virtual Fun Run encourages family bonding, friendship, batch participation, and community involvement. Participants may complete their activities individually or as part of a family, friend group, class, batch, or Carmelian community group.

Registration changes may not be accommodated once the registration has been confirmed. Participants are encouraged to carefully review their selected distance category before completing registration.

No. Registrations and assigned race bibs are non-transferable. A participant may not sell, transfer, lend, or allow another person to use their registration.

Yes, participants may choose not to participate. However, registration fees are non-refundable, and the registration slot cannot be transferred to another person.

Requests for changes to registration information may be accommodated only when necessary, subject to the organizer's approval and applicable deadlines. Participants are responsible for providing accurate personal information, contact details, emergency contact information, and delivery address during registration.

No. Registration fees are non-refundable once registration has been confirmed.

Available payment methods will be indicated on the official registration form. These may include:

• GCash

Participants should complete payments only through the official payment channels and registration form provided by the organizers. Participants are advised not to send payments to unauthorized individuals or unofficial accounts.

Applicable delivery or processing fees, if any, will be indicated during registration or in the selected registration package.

We do not offer any government-mandated Senior Citizen or PWD discount. We do, however, offer a much more budget-friendly option for students, Senior Citizens and PWDs. Kindly check Category 1 for more details.

No. Since this is a virtual event, there will be no physical race-day claiming area.

Shipment of race kits and participant entitlements will begin on October 15, 2026. Deliveries will be processed in batches, so actual delivery times may vary depending on the participant's location and courier processing.

Race kit inclusions depend on the participant's selected package and may include:

• Official Event Singlet
• Finisher Shirt
• Finisher Medal
• Cap
• Sling Backpack
• Towel
• Other package-specific entitlements

Yes. Participants may receive an official event bib/race number as part of their event entitlements. Participants are encouraged to wear their official bib during their virtual run activities, particularly when taking photos or videos for event documentation or activity submission.

Participants are encouraged to carefully select their preferred size during registration. Size changes after registration or shipment may not be accommodated and will be subject to availability.

Yes! International participants are welcome to join the Carmelian 1st Virtual Fun Run. However, a valid Philippine delivery address is required for the shipment of race kits and other physical entitlements.

No. At this time, participants must provide a valid Philippine delivery address for their race kit and physical entitlements.

Participants may use any reliable GPS-enabled running or fitness application or device, including:

• Strava
• Huawei Health
• Nike Run Club
• Garmin Connect
• Apple Health
• Other similar fitness applications or devices

Yes. Treadmill activities are allowed. Participants should provide a clear photo or screenshot showing the recorded distance and date of the activity when activity proof is required.

Yes. Participants may complete multiple runs, walks, or jogs throughout the 40-day challenge period. All valid submitted activities will be accumulated toward the participant's chosen distance category.

Participants may be asked to submit a screenshot or photo showing relevant activity details, such as:

• Participant's name or account identifier, when available
• Date of activity
• Distance completed
• Activity type
• Other information required by the organizers

The organizers reserve the right to verify submitted activity records.

No. All submitted activities must belong to the registered participant. Submitting another person's activity, altering activity records, duplicating submissions, or falsifying distance records is strictly prohibited. Participants found violating these rules may be disqualified from the challenge.

No. Since this is a virtual event, there will be no organizer-operated hydration stations along participants' individual routes. Participants are responsible for bringing their own water or hydration supplies during their activities.

Participants should prioritize their safety. If there is heavy rain, flooding, thunderstorms, extreme heat, or other hazardous conditions, participants should postpone their activity until conditions become safe.

No. There will be no event-provided medical stations, ambulances, or on-route medical personnel because participants will be completing their activities independently. Participants are responsible for their own health and safety during the challenge. Participants are encouraged to assess their fitness level before participating and consult a physician when necessary, particularly if they have an existing medical condition or concerns about engaging in physical activity.

Participants who successfully complete their registered distance category and meet the activity submission requirements will be recognized as official challenge completers.

This is primarily a community and accumulated-distance challenge, rather than a traditional timed race. Recognition will therefore focus on challenge completion and participation. The organizers may also provide special recognitions for outstanding participation, family participation, group/batch participation, or other community achievements.

There will be no traditional race-day awarding ceremony, since this is a virtual event. Details regarding special recognitions, if any, will be announced through the official event channels.

There will be no traditional race results based on finish time. Participant completion will be based on their valid accumulated activity records during the 40-day challenge period.

Participants who successfully complete their registered distance and comply with the event's submission requirements may receive a certificate of completion, subject to the event's certificate guidelines. Details regarding certificate release and access will be announced through the official event channels.

Yes! Participants are encouraged to take photos and videos while completing their activities. Participants are especially encouraged to wear their official event bib and event merchandise in their photos to show their Carmelian spirit and participation. Submitted photos or videos may be used by the organizers for event documentation, social media, promotional materials, and other legitimate event-related purposes, subject to the event's terms and applicable privacy regulations.

Yes! Family members, friends, classmates, batchmates, alumni, parents, and other members of the Carmelian community are encouraged to participate. Participants may organize their own group runs, family activities, batch challenges, or individual runs during the official challenge period.

No. Participants may run individually or together. Each registered participant must maintain their own activity record for their accumulated distance.