Looking for new places to run in the Philippines? You’re in luck. Thanks to recent developments, running in cities like Manila, Pasig, and Baguio is getting a major upgrade—with more car-free Sundays and free access to PSC ovals now available for the public.

Following the 2025 State of the Nation Address (SONA), the Philippine Sports Commission announced that their athletic ovals in key cities are now free and open daily, from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM. These PSC ovals give everyday Filipinos a safe, structured space to jog, walk, or train without spending a cent.

At the same time, cities like Makati, Quezon City, and Pasig are expanding car-free Sundays, turning major roads into active zones for runners, cyclists, and families. These initiatives not only support physical health, but also reduce traffic and air pollution.

Despite these efforts, the Philippines still ranks last in Southeast Asia for physical activity, with 46% of Filipinos classified as inactive. These free and low-cost fitness spaces could be key to changing that.

While fun runs and marathons remain popular—offering medals, hydration, and great community vibes—they can be pricey. Thankfully, with free ovals and car-free roads, you don’t need to pay to get moving.

Whether you’re new to fitness or chasing a new PR, take advantage of these spaces. Lace up, show up, and let’s build a healthier Philippines together—one run at a time.

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List of PSC track ovals that are now publicly accessible—along with their locations and current operating hours.

📍 1. PhilSports Track Oval (PhilSports Complex, Pasig City)

Address: Philippine Institute of Sports Complex, Meralco Avenue, Pasig, Metro Manila. Managed by PSC.  Schedule: Open to public jogging/running for free, following the July 28, 2025 announcement. However, PSC has not yet released official daily operating hours for this oval. The previously charged public access time slots may still apply until details are finalized. 

📍 2. Simeon Toribio Track Stadium (Rizal Memorial Sports Complex, Manila)

Address: Rizal Memorial Track & Football Stadium, Rizal Memorial Sports Complex, Pablo Ocampo Street (formerly Vito Cruz St.), Malate, Manila. Operated by PSC.  Schedule: Now open to public free of charge, but PSC has yet to publish official opening hours and time slots. Access may still require coordination or permits until clear schedules are confirmed. 

📍 3. Baguio Track Oval (Teachers’ Camp, Baguio City)

Address: Inside Teachers’ Camp on Leonard Wood Road, Baguio City—PSC track oval and training facility.  Schedule: Open daily from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., free of charge. Note that the oval is slated for rehabilitation, so operations may change during upgrades. 

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🇵🇭 Philippines (weekly or recurring local car‑free Sundays)

Baguio City: Session Road closed all day on Sundays (though paused as of March 2025 pending further ordinance) 

Marikina City: Gil Fernando Avenue closed every Sunday, 6 a.m.–10 a.m. 

Quezon City – Tomas Morato Avenue: “Car‑Free, Carefree” Sundays on first and later alternating Sundays, 6 a.m.–10 a.m. 

Manila – Roxas Boulevard: Closed Sundays, 5 a.m.–9 a.m. under Move Manila Car‑Free Sundays By the Bay initiative 

Pasig City (People’s Streets): Several roads closed Sundays—including Ortigas Center—and other car‑free initiatives 

Makati City – Ayala Avenue: Closed to cars on Sunday mornings (part of city-private zone scheme) 

Mandaluyong – Greenfield District: Regular Sunday car‑free hours in Mayflower Street area 

Taguig – BGC Fifth Avenue: Weekend car‑free zone every Sunday 

Davao City: Coastal Road cities car‑free Sundays from 4 a.m.–8 a.m. 

Cebu City – Cebu Business Park and IT Park: Sundays 5 a.m.–10 a.m. (started mid‑2024; ongoing) 

Bacolod City – Lacson Street: Closed Sundays 5 a.m.–9 a.m. on a 1.2 km stretch (since June 2024) 

Iloilo City – Festive Walk Iloilo: Closed Sundays 6 a.m.–10 a.m., since June 2024