Ho Chi Minh City International Marathon

Vietnam's largest and most prestigious marathon, held annually in December and sponsored by Techcombank (Techcombank Ho Chi Minh City International Marathon). Now in its 9th edition, the race is certified by World Athletics and draws thousands of local and international runners through the vibrant streets of Saigon. The full marathon (42.195 km) starts at the entrance of Thao Cam Vien (Saigon Zoo and Botanical Garden) at the junction of Le Duan and Nguyen Binh Khiem streets and finishes at the Empire City complex. The course passes iconic landmarks including Independence Palace, Notre-Dame Cathedral, Ben Thanh Market area, City Theater, and crosses the Calmette and Thu Thiem bridges, showcasing both the historic character and modern skyline of Ho Chi Minh City. The route is largely flat and fast, making it a popular target for personal bests. Supporting distances include Half Marathon (21 km), 10 km, 5 km, and kids' runs (1.5 km and 3 km). Race weekend spans December 4–6, 2026, with the marathon and half marathon on December 6. Expo and bib pickup take place in the days prior. The event regularly sells out in advance.