More than 3,000 participants gathered early on January 19 for the Mayor Jerry P. Treñas Iloilo Marathon Dinagyang Hala Bira 2025, a major sports tourism event organized by the Rotary Club of La Paz, Team Pabalhas and the Iloilo Festivals Foundation Inc.

Celebrity runners joined and enjoyed the race like Jake Ejercito, Sam Coloso, Alexandra Faith Garcia and Jeff Lo of Pinoy Fitness.

Runners competed across four categories — 21KM, 10KM, 5KM, and 3KM — catering to various skill levels.