Standard Chartered Hanoi Heritage Marathon set to take place in Nov

The Standard Chartered Hanoi Heritage Marathon, the 10th race in the globally renowned Standard Chartered Marathon series, will take place in Hanoi on November 9, 2025, following the success of its inaugural event in November last year.

The registration portal for the four race categories - 5 km, 10 km, 21 km, and 42 km - officially opened on Wednesday, February 19. Registrations will be accepted in the following phases: Super Early Bird (February 19-March 4), Early Bird (March 5-June 30), Standard (July 1-August 27), and Late (August 28-September 30).

In addition, the Kids Dash, a race designed for children aged 5-8 years with distances of 1-2 km, will open registration on International Children's Day (June 1). This initiative aims to encourage physical activity among young children and give them the chance to participate in an international-level event right in Vietnam.

As part of the marathon, an exhibition, community engagement activities, and cultural performances will be held over three days, from November 7 to 9, to enrich the experience and provide participants and the local community with a variety of activities that reflect the cultural heritage of Hanoi, the city with a thousands-year history.

Nguyen Thuy Hanh, CEO of Standard Chartered Vietnam - the main sponsor of the event, shared that the first Standard Chartered Hanoi Heritage Marathon attracted tens of thousands of runners from 55 countries, affirming that it was not just a recreational sports event, but also a symbol of unity, determination, and a celebration of Hanoi’s rich cultural history.

“As the main sponsor, Standard Chartered is committed to continuing our support for this marathon, transforming it into a premier international event in Vietnam. Our goal is to attract tens of thousands of runners from around the world, while furthering the sustainable values and social responsibility that the bank has championed for over 120 years in Vietnam,” she said.

The Standard Chartered Hanoi Heritage Marathon is the official marathon of Hanoi city, a member of the Vietnam Athletics Federation and the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS). It features a unique race course, certified by AIMS experts, passing through famous heritage sites such as Hoan Kiem Lake, West Lake, the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, and the Old Quarter.

The event offers multiple race distances, including the full marathon (42.195 km), the half marathon (21.097 km), 10 km, and 5 km.

For the 2025 edition, the organizers plan to elevate the participant experience with a new race route that promises to deliver exciting moments for runners.

The marathon will continue to promote sustainable development, improve organizational efforts, and expand its community outreach activities. It is expected to attract even more international attention, further establishing Hanoi as a leading marathon destination in Southeast Asia.