MARATHON
Start time: 3:00AM – Sunday, 11 January 2026
Cut-off time: 6 hours (9:00AM)
Age requirements: over 18 y.o (as of 10 January 2026)
Start/ Finish point: 30/4 Park, Le Duan street, Ben Nghe ward, Ho Chi Minh City
*Notes:
- Participants who have not previously completed the 42,195KM are advised to take the training process seriously.
- Runners who cannot pass the cut-off points before the cut-off time will not be able to continue the race with no exception. As the route needs to be open again for locals and the health/ safety of staff/ volunteers needs to be ensured at the same time. Aid stations will be closed as well after the cut-off time.
- Please note that due to HCMC Marathon taking place in the heart of city, you may encounter some interruptions due to traffic lights. Kindly be understanding and follow the instructions of the event staff to ensure safety during the race.
RACE MAP 42KM
*Information is being updated
| SUPER EARLY BIRD 06 OCT 2025 | EARLY BIRD 07 OCT – 31 OCT 2025 | NORMAL 01 NOV – 06 DEC 2025 | LATE 07 DEC – 24 DEC 2025 |
 | $39 | $57 | $75 |
- Due to the limitations of our Start & Finish area, the race will open for limited participants. Registration will be closed once we reach the quota.
- For those who filled out the information to issue a VAT invoice during registration, invoices will be issued as soon as payment is received
- Super Early Bird is open with limited slots and will automatically move to the next phase once the quota is filled.
- The registration fees included VAT according to the current tax rate of the Law at the time.
- To become the Star Runner, leave your submission here before 09 December 2025
MUST-KNOW INFORMATION
FULL MARATHON WELLFARES
Race kit included an Event Singlet, Race BIB number, Bag (Medal and Finisher T-shirt will be awarded after you completing the race).*
***Only runners who finished the course within the cut-off time (Gun Time) can be awarded a Medal and Finisher T-shirt.
****The entries after 11:59 pm 09 December 2025 – UTC+07:00 do not have runner’s name printed on bib.
SIZE CHART
See Finisher T-shirt size detail:
RACE PHOTOS
Race photos are available for purchase at the cost of 139.000 VND/ Package.
Our photographers will try their best to get your best pictures during the race, however, sometimes runners are missed. We apologize in advance if you do not have a picture or missing some moments.
RACE KIT PICK UP INFO
Date & time:
Friday, 09 Jan 2026, 9:00 AM – 7.00 PM
Saturday, 10 Jan 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Check all the information about your kit: What’s in your kit, What you need to bring to get your kit, Kit pick up on behalf here
E-WAVER AGREEMENT
- By submitting your registration, you have agreed to enter and participate in the following event and abide by all the terms and conditions set by the city officials, organizers, and event support groups. See details here.
- With an effort to start and finish at the heart of the city center, it will likely have more or less an impact on the traffic of citizens and runners experiencers. We ask for your understanding if there are any inconveniences during the participation process.
- It is strictly forbidden to use a BIB that is not yours to participate in the race, to ensure the organization and your safety if any incidents occur during the race.
- The Organizing Committee has a cut-off time for the Start, which means that after this time, runners will not be able to participate in the start of the race so as not to affect the organization as well as to ensure the runner’s experience.
- Keep the environment clean. Trash collection points are placed by the organizers throughout the areas of April 30 Park, and at the first aid stations along the course. Please leave trash in the right place to keep the city clean.
- After the cut-off time, a bus will pick you up. Runners who do not agree to get on the bus will not receive any support afterward. The race course will be cleaned and reopened to return to the public.
UPGRADE/ DOWNGRADE AND TRANSFER
1. UPGRADE/DOWNGRADE
If you change to a category of greater value than your original one, you are required to pay the difference in entry fees as it stands at the point of upgrading.
If you change to a category of greater value than your original one, you are required to pay the difference of entry fees as it stands at the point of upgrading.
The administration upgrade/downgrade fee is 100,000 VND and must be paid upon any changes.
* Note: Do not apply for Complimentary Registration
2. TRANSFERRING ENTRIES
The administration transfer fee is 300,000 VND and must be paid upon any changes.
* Note: Do not apply for Complimentary Registration
RUN & DONATE
Run for passion, share for the community!
The Ho Chi Minh City Marathon 2026 proudly introduces the Charity Bib, where every stride not only conquers the racecourse but also spreads love.
When you register for this special category, 100% of the entry fee will be donated directly to the charitable organizations supported by the Ho Chi Minh City Marathon.
Every step is an act of giving.
Join us in turning the love of running into meaningful action!
👉 Learn more here.
