On the morning of 22 July, the Launch Ceremony of the Standard Chartered Hanoi Marathon – Heritage Race 2026 was held in Hanoi.
The Standard Chartered Hanoi Marathon – Heritage Race 2026 will take place from 6-8 November 2026, with the main race day on 8 November 2026, featuring the following distances: Marathon (42.195km), Half Marathon (21.0975km), 10km, 5km, and the 2.1km Kid Dash for children. The event village for the 2026 edition will be located at Thong Nhat Park, a central venue that provides runners with convenient access to Hanoi’s culturally and historically significant race routes while enhancing both the race experience and operational efficiency.
One of the most notable new features of the 2026 edition is the introduction of the Corporate Cup – a competition held for the first time exclusively for the business community. The champion team will receive a trip to Shanghai to participate in the Standard Chartered Shanghai 10KM Run and connect with the international running community. In addition, activities such as the Race Expo, Leaders Run, and various networking programs within the event framework will continue to foster collaboration among businesses, organizations, and the community.
One of the most notable new features of the 2026 edition is the introduction of the Corporate Cup – a competition held for the first time exclusively for the business community. The champion team will receive a trip to Shanghai to participate in the Standard Chartered Shanghai 10KM Run and connect with the international running community. In addition, activities such as the Race Expo, Leaders Run, and various networking programs within the event framework will continue to foster collaboration among businesses, organizations, and the community.
Speaking at the event, Mr. Nguyen Tri Man, Strategy and Market Development Director, said:“Sports in general, and running in particular, represent a healthy lifestyle. Through the Standard Chartered Hanoi Marathon – Heritage Race, we are committed not only to delighting our runners by delivering a safe and successful race where they can achieve outstanding personal results, but also to using this event as a platform to promote and connect positive values such as civility, unity, and environmental sustainability.”
Continuing its commitment to sustainable development, the Organizing Committee also unveiled the 2026 official race apparel, manufactured using fibers derived from recycled materials. This initiative helps reduce plastic waste, encourages responsible consumption, and supports Vietnam’s Net Zero emissions target by 2050.
The 2026 edition will continue implementing a number of community initiatives. The “Donate Your Old Running Shoes – Share the Joy” program encourages participants to donate used running shoes, which will be cleaned before being given to children and disadvantaged people across various localities. The “Light Up the Course” program will continue supporting visually impaired runners by connecting them with guide runners and developing appropriate support solutions. These initiatives help spread the spirit of sharing, inclusion, and equal access to sports for everyone.
