Standard Chartered Hanoi Heritage Marathon 2026 ready for race day
The Standard Chartered Hanoi Heritage Marathon 2026 kicked off on November 6 launching a three day series of activities beginning with the Race Expo at Thong Nhat Park The main race will take place on Sunday November 8 and is expected to attract tens of thousands of domestic and international runners
Standard Chartered Vietnam has unveiled details for the 2026 Hanoi Heritage Marathon, an event set to take place on November 8. The marathon, which is part of the bank's global marathon series, will feature a range of distances including a full marathon, half-marathon, 10km and 5km races, alongside activities to engage participants of various ages and fitness levels. The event will be held at Thong Nhat Park on November 7, with a Kid Dash for children at 3pm.
The Enterprise Cup, a new category this year, aims to encourage corporate teams to participate, promote workplace fitness and strengthen business connections. Winners will have the chance to compete in the Standard Chartered Shanghai 10KM Run in China. The marathon series is also part of the Abbott World Marathon Majors Age Group Ranking System, offering runners the possibility of qualifying for prestigious international races.
The race route will pass through Hanoi's iconic landmarks and heritage sites, encouraging runners to explore the city's cultural and historical identity. In addition to the marathon, the 2026 edition will continue community engagement through the "Give Old Shoes, Share New Joy" programme, collecting and redistributing used shoes to disadvantaged communities. The race also promotes a smoke-free environment, with support from the Health Prevention Fund under the Ministry of Health.
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