Davao del Norte Sports and Tourism Complex

Jogging Hours and Track Oval Access

Do not treat the oval as an all day open park. Gate staff and posted notices are the practical reference because access changes when the surface is being cleaned, teams are training, or an event setup is underway.

Public jogging is free during posted morning and late afternoon sessions. Event reservations, maintenance, and academy training can close the oval. The oval uses a imported Swiss rubberized surface valued at ₱34.85 million. Inner lanes are kept for faster runners and training groups, while outer lanes are used for walking and slower jogging. Bicycles, strollers, pets, and colored drinks are strictly banned from the rubberized surface to prevent damage and staining.

The Aquatic Center and Swimming Fees

The DNSTC Aquatic Center features a 50 meter Olympic size swimming pool and a separate warm up pool. It is open to the public from Tuesday to Sunday, with sessions from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

It is closed on Mondays for thorough cleaning. For 2026, the entrance fee is PHP 50 for adults and PHP 30 for students and children. Proper swimming attire is strictly enforced: trunks or cycling shorts for men, and swimsuits or rash guards for women. Cotton clothing like T shirts or cargo shorts are not permitted in the water.

Tourism Village and Local Pasalubong

Adjacent to the sports facilities is the DNSTC Tourism Village, a cluster of huts and stalls representing the different municipalities of Davao del Norte. It is a good place to find local pasalubong such as banana chips, cacao products, and traditional woven items without leaving the complex.

There is also a central canteen near the pool area for water and light snacks. During the Kadagayaan Festival in June, this village becomes the center of cultural displays and agricultural trade fairs.

Facility Rules and Event Schedules

Before heading out, check the Davao del Norte Provincial Government's official Facebook page or posted gate advisories. Large tournaments, provincial ceremonies, and private reservations can limit public use of the oval, pool, gym, parking areas, and Tourism Village. Smoking and littering are prohibited, and large groups should coordinate with the Provincial Sports Office in advance.

What the Complex Contains

The complex opened in December 2012 on the site of an older sports facility that burned in 2003. Its main stadium holds about 3,000 spectators, but the useful detail is the range of facilities around it.

Beyond the stadium are an Olympic standard swimming pool, a recreational pool, RDR Gymnasium, tennis courts, a football pitch with track, a secondary football field, badminton courts, and baseball facilities. The mix matters because visitors may arrive for one activity and find that another facility has a separate schedule, entrance rule, or reservation status. The pool and gym collect small maintenance fees, commonly in the ₱20 to ₱50 range depending on user category and facility.

DAVRAA and Provincial Festival Use

The DAVRAA Meet, the Davao Region Athletic Association interschool competition, is the event most strongly associated with the venue. The complex hosted major DAVRAA editions in 2023, 2025, and 2026, with the 2026 opening drawing thousands of delegates and nearly 6,000 student athletes competing across the week.

The grounds also shift character during Kadagayaan Festival, Davao del Norte's provincial celebration. Booths from municipalities, local businesses, agricultural exhibits, cultural performances, food stalls, and festival crowds make the complex a provincial fairground rather than a purely sports facility. Rubber soled athletic shoes are required.

Best Times for Different Uses

Weekday mornings are the easiest window for a quieter visit, especially for walking, swimming, or checking the Tourism Village without event crowds. February is busier when DAVRAA activity is scheduled, while Kadagayaan brings a festival crowd with more food, trade, and cultural displays.