Nearly five years into the implementation of its elite sports development project for the 2021–2030 period, Son La province has achieved significant progress, enhancing its position on both the national and international sporting maps.

As part of activities commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification (April 30, 1975 –2025), the People’s Committee of Phu Yen district organised the 2nd Muong Tac running tournament on April 13.

The provincial Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism coordinated with the provincial Department of Education and Training to open the Son La provincial Traditional Student Athletics Competition 2025 on April 2.

The Vietnam off-road motor racing championship 2025 revved into action in Son La province on March 29-30, bringing together more than 100 riders from over 20 countries and territories.

In response to the “All people take exercises following the example of great Uncle Ho” movement and with support from all-level authorities, agencies, and localities, the practice of exercise and sports in Son La province has seen strong growth. This movement has become deeply ingrained in people’s daily lives, contributing to improving public health and strengthening community bonds.

The Department of Culture, Sports, and Tourism, in collaboration with the People's Committee of Song Ma district, on March 23 organised a ceremony to launch the "All people exercise following the example of great Uncle Ho" campaign and the 2025 Olympic Run for Public Health.

Chieng Khay commune, Quynh Nhai district on March 23 organised the second "Conquering Khau Pum Peak" climbing competition, drawing over 200 athletes from Yen Chau, Muong La, and Quynh Nhai districts, Son La city, and those from Dien Bien, Lai Chau, and Quang Ninh provinces.

The People's Committee of Thuan Chau district organised the 2025 Olympic Run for Public Health in Phong Lai commune on March 22. The event was held in celebration of the 79th anniversary of Vietnam Sports Day (March 27, 1946 –2025) and the 94th anniversary of the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union (March 26, 1931 – 2025).

The People's Committee of Moc Ly ward, Moc Chau township, March 21 organised the launch ceremony for the "Olympic Day for People's Health" 2025.

As part of the series of activities of Son La city’s Ban (Bauhinia) Flower Festival 2025, a race to conquer the legendary Hai Mount took place in Hai hamlet, Chieng An ward on March 15 morning.

The Vietnam Football Federation (VFF), in cooperation with the provincial Department of Culture, Sports, and Tourism, organised AFC Women's Football Day 2025 at the provincial Sports Training and Competition Centre on March 7.

In 2024, 28.4% of the provincial population regularly participated in physical activities. Notably, 23.4% of households met the criteria for "sports family" status.

Muong La district held the second race to conquer Pom Luong Peak in Ta Bu commune on February 22, to celebrate the Party congresses at all levels and respond to the campaign "All people take exercises following the example of President Ho Chi Minh".

A marathon kicked off in Phieng Khoai commune, Yen Chau district on February 15, highlighting the district’s breathtaking spring scenery.

The Yen Chau running race 2025, slated for February 15, is expected to attract nearly 1,000 professional and amateur runners, competing in both men's and women's categories, with two distances of 7 km and 15 km.