If you are enthusiastic about travel and engaging in sports activities during your time in Vietnam, this monthly 2025 guide to Vietnam’s sports events, complete with locations and schedules, will be a valuable resource. Events include races for kids, pet-friendly runs, environmental runs, road safety runs, midnight races, and more.

Also, feel free to explore our Vietnam tours or reach out to our team for assistance in planning your Vietnam trips.

January

Nong Thon Viet Half Marathon 2025

• Time: 5 Jan 2025
• Location: An Giang
• Type: Marathon
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The marathon is themed “To the Land of Myths” and aims to showcase the cultural richness of the Tri Ton area. Participants can register for various distances, and activities will include check-ins, race kit distribution, and an opening ceremony. The race day will feature staggered start times for different distances, starting at 5:00 AM for the half marathon.

Vietnam Trail Marathon

• Time: 11 Jan 2025
• Location: Son La
• Type: Trail Running
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The Vietnam Trail Marathon offers a unique experience through the stunning landscapes of Moc Chau, featuring various distances including ultra (70 km), full marathon (42 km), half marathon (21 km), and shorter runs (10 km and 5 km). Runners will traverse diverse terrains, including orchards and remote villages, providing a glimpse into the natural beauty and cultural richness of the area. The routes are designed to cater to all levels of runners, from beginners to experienced athletes, making it an inclusive event for the running community.

HCMC Marathon 2025

• Time: 12 Jan 2025
• Location: Ho Chi Minh city
• Type: Marathon
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This international marathon attracts thousands of participants from around the world, with courses that highlight the vibrant cityscape of Ho Chi Minh City. Runners can choose between multiple distances, including a full marathon, half marathon, and 10K. The event includes various activities to engage spectators and enhance the festive atmosphere.

Tet Run 2025 – North Vietnam

• Time: 19 Jan 2025
• Location: Hanoi
• Type: Marathon
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Tết Run is a race that celebrates the running experience through emotions and connections among enthusiasts. This race, first held in 2024, serves as a unique year-end gathering for the running community in Northern Vietnam, bidding farewell to the old year and welcoming the new with unforgettable memories. The event is organized with the spirit of “for runners – by runners.”

Tet Run 2025 – South Vietnam

• Time: 19 Jan 2025
• Location: Ho Chi Minh city
• Type: Marathon
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This is the Tet Run, taking place on the same day in Southern Vietnam. Tet Run is not just a race, it is a unique Spring festival where running enthusiasts celebrate the Lunar New Year. Participants can both run and enjoy the festive atmosphere of traditional Tet. Each step is a wish for good fortune, and each distance completed marks a fresh start for the upcoming year. Tet Run 2025 promises an unforgettable experience—where tradition meets modernity, and the North and South come together.

February

Mang Den Ultra Trail

• Time: 14-16 Feb 2025
• Location: Kon Tum
• Type: Trail Running Marathon
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Mang Den Ultra Trail is the first ultra-distance trail running event in Mang Den. Experience the refreshing sensation of running through the mist, beneath towering pine forests, and expansive primary forests, while enjoying the breathtaking views of the vast, flat landscape of T’Mang Deeng. The race features distances ranging from 5 to 100 kilometers.

Mau Son Mount Paths

• Time: 15-16 Feb 2025
• Location: Lang Son
• Type:Trail Running Marathon
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Mau Son Mount Paths 2025 is the first trail running event held at Mau Son – Lang Son, featuring breathtaking landscapes such as terraced fields, farming areas, rice harvest seasons, and trails in the nature reserve, alongside the unique Ky Cung River and other scenic beauties of Lang Son around Mau Son Mountain. Late February is the season for clouds in Mau Son, Lang Son. At an elevation of 1,541 meters above sea level, you can enjoy the experience of “cloud hunting” in Northeast Vietnam.

Ha Giang Discovery Marathon

• Time: 21-22 Feb 2025
• Location: Ha Giang
• Type: Marathon
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Known for its stunning mountainous terrain and rich ethnic diversity, the Ha Giang Discovery Marathon offers a challenging experience for runners. The event promotes cultural exchange and tourism in the remote areas of northern Vietnam, allowing participants to immerse themselves in the local culture.

Da Lat Mountain Marathon

• Time: 25 Feb 2025
• Location: Lam Dong
• Type: Trail Marathon
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The Da Lat Mountain Marathon takes participants through the scenic landscapes of Da Lat, known for its cool climate, stunning pine forests, and vibrant flower gardens. Runners can choose from various distances, making it suitable for both serious competitors and casual runners. The event highlights the natural beauty of the region, offering a unique trail running experience amidst breathtaking scenery.

Minh Dam Discovery Marathon 2025

• Time: 25 Feb 2025
• Location: Ba Ria – Vung Tau
• Type: Marathon
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The Minh Dam Discovery Marathon offers runners a unique experience through scenic landscapes, including rice fields, quaint villages, and the majestic Minh Dam Mountain. The event is designed for both professional and amateur runners, promoting health and community spirit while showcasing the natural beauty of the Long Hai area. The race begins early in the morning, allowing participants to enjoy the cool weather and vibrant local scenery​.

March

Vietnam Ultra Marathon 2025

• Time: 8 Mar 2025
• Location: Hoa Binh
• Type: Trail Marathon
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The Vietnam Ultra Marathon is part of the Vietnam Trail Series, featuring rugged trails in the scenic highlands of Mai Châu. Runners will experience challenging elevation gains through various distances, including 75 km, 55 km, 25 km, 15 km, and 5 km routes. This year’s course promises breathtaking landscapes and tougher trails, ideal for seasoned trail runners.

Quang Binh Discovery Marathon

• Time: 08-09 Mar 2025
• Location: Quang Binh
• Type: Marathon
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This marathon features a course that highlights Quang Binh’s breathtaking natural beauty, including limestone karsts and lush rice fields. The event encourages both competitive and recreational runners to experience the charm of rural Vietnam while promoting environmental awareness and tourism.

Tam Ky Marathon

• Time: 16 Mar 2025
• Location: Quang Nam
• Type: Marathon
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The Tam Ky Marathon “Journey Back to the Motherland” in 2025 is a cultural sports event aimed at promoting sports participation in general and long-distance running in particular. It seeks to enhance the health of the local community and contribute to the physical development of the Vietnamese people. The marathon will also serve to promote the culture, history, nature, and people of Tam Ky City, Quang Nam Province.

Danang International Marathon

• Time: 23 Mar 2025
• Location: Da Nang
• Type: Marathon
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The Danang International Marathon is known for its picturesque coastal route, offering participants stunning views of the sea and the iconic Dragon Bridge. This marathon aims to celebrate the sport of running and enhance the city’s reputation as a tourist destination. Various activities, including a fun run, are organized to engage families and the community.

Vietnam FesTRIval Binh Thuan 2025

• Time: 23 Mar 2025
• Location: Binh Thuan
• Type: Triathlon
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This festival serves as a community gathering for triathlon enthusiasts, showcasing a unique swimming experience in Bau Trang Lake, a natural freshwater lake with sandy bottom, surrounded by picturesque white sand dunes. The cycling and running routes provide scenic views along the coastline, offering participants a challenging yet rewarding experience.

The event emphasizes comprehensive support for athletes, including accommodations, transportation, and bike transport, allowing participants to focus on their performance.

CIPUTRA HANOI – YONEX SUNRISE Vietnam International Challenge 2025

• Time: 25 Mar 2025
• Location: Hanoi
• Type: Badminton
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This prestigious annual event is one of Vietnam’s premier badminton tournaments, attracting over 300 players from approximately 20 countries. It includes competitions in men’s and women’s singles, doubles, and mixed doubles categories, and it is part of the Badminton World Federation (BWF) point-ranking system. The tournament showcases top athletes, including Vietnamese stars like Nguyen Tien Minh and Nguyen Thuy Linh, and offers a platform for emerging international players.

Da Lat Ultra Trail

• Time: 29-30 Mar 2025
• Location: Da Lat
• Type: Trail Running
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Da Lat Ultra Trail 2025 has officially become part of the UTMB Index system. For those passionate about trail running, UTMB (Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc) is well-known as one of the most prestigious and challenging ultra trail races in the world, held annually in the Alps region, with a course that circles the majestic Mont Blanc mountain range. To have the opportunity to participate in UTMB, runners must possess a sufficiently high UTMB Index score. This score is calculated based on the athlete’s performance in other recognized races. The distances of 21km, 50km, 70km, and 100km in the Da Lat Ultra Trail will contribute to the UTMB Index scoring.

April

Cuc Phuong Jungle Paths

• Time: 5-6 Apr 2025
• Location: Ninh Binh
• Type: Trail Running
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The Cuc Phuong Jungle Paths 2025 promises to be an unforgettable experience for nature lovers and running enthusiasts. With a route that traverses the pristine tropical rainforest of Cuc Phuong National Park – Asia’s Leading National Park for 6 consecutive years (2018 – 2024), participants will not only have the opportunity to challenge themselves but also explore the diverse and rich ecosystem of one of Vietnam’s top nature reserves.

Tay Ho Half Marathon

• Time: 11-13 Apr 2025
• Location: Hanoi
• Type: Marathon
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The three official distances of the Tay Ho Half Marathon are 21KM, 15KM, and 5KM, continuing to serve as milestones for all runners, from amateurs to professionals, at the RUNNERS FESTIVAL. The race route passes through many cultural spaces of Hanoi, where time seems to stand still, including notable sites such as Quan ThanhTemple, Tran Quoc Pagoda, Tay Ho Palace, and numerous other landmarks of the capital city.

Phu Dong Marathon

• Time: 26-27 Apr 2025
• Location: Hanoi
• Type: Marathon
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The organizers of this race hope to introduce a modern, prosperous Gia Lam District while still preserving its historical landmarks and traditional beauty that reflect the Vietnamese spirit and the essence of Phu Dong. The trailer features the participation of running clubs such as VKL, Vinhomes Ocean Park, Duong, Dang Xa, and national athlete Do Quoc Luat. The Phu Dong Marathon aims for a new season that will be vibrant, professional, and safe.

VnExpress Marathon – Amazing Ha Long

• Time: 27 Apr 2025
• Location: Quang Ninh
• Type: Marathon
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Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Ha Long Bay, this marathon combines scenic beauty with athletic challenge. Runners traverse coastal roads, with options for full and half marathons. The event promotes health and fitness, and participants can enjoy local cultural activities during the marathon weekend.

May

Ta Nang Trail Challenge

• Time: 2-3 May 2025
• Location: Lam Dong
• Type: Trail Running
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The Ta Nang Trail Challenge 2025 officially returns for its third season with the theme “Lead Your Journey.” This race is not just about speed; it is also a journey of self-discovery and pushing beyond your limits. Every step you take on the stunningly beautiful trails of Ta Nangwill tells a story and creates unforgettable memories.

IRONMAN 70.3 Vietnam 2025

• Time: 11 May 2025
• Location: Da Nang
• Type: Triathlon
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This challenging triathlon, set in Da Nang, is part of the prestigious IRONMAN series, attracting athletes from around the globe. Participants will swim 1.9 km in the sea near Hyatt Regency, cycle 90 km along a scenic coastal route, and complete a 21.1 km run with views of Marble Mountain. The event offers an opportunity to qualify for the 2025 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship and includes categories like Sunrise SPRINT for beginners and IRONKIDS for young athletes.

Ho Chi Minh City Night Run Eximbank

• Time: 17-18 May 2025
• Location: Ho Chi Minh City
• Type: Marathon
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The fourth season of the Ho Chi Minh City Night Run Eximbank 2025 will be held on May 17-18, 2025, promising to deliver wonderful experiences for athletes. With a route that winds through the central districts, participants will have the chance to explore the sparkling beauty of the city at night, admire famous landmarks, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of the urban landscape.

June

VMM Nam Cang 2025

• Time: Jun 2025
• Location: Lao Cai
• Type: Trail Running
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The Vietnam Mountain Marathon Nam Cang invites participants to experience the scenic trails south of Sapa. The event includes various race distances (12 km, 32 km, and 52 km) through breathtaking landscapes featuring rice terraces and ethnic minority hamlets. Runners can enjoy a unique adventure culminating at a hanging wooden bridge over the Nam Cang River, ideal for cooling down after the race​.

July

Vietnam National Badminton Championships

• Time: 10 – 15 Jul 2025
• Location: Hanoi
• Type: Badminton
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The National Badminton Championships bring together elite players from across Vietnam to compete for national titles. The event not only showcases top-level badminton but also promotes grassroots development and encourages youth participation in the sport.

September

Vietnam Mountain Marathon

• Time: Sep 2025
• Location: Lao Cai
• Type: Trail Marathon
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The Vietnam Mountain Marathon is an annual trail running event held in the picturesque landscape of Sa Pa. It offers various distances ranging from 10 km to 160 km, catering to both novice and experienced runners. The event emphasizes the natural beauty of the region, featuring diverse terrains, stunning views, and a strong sense of community among participants. The race also includes aspects of sustainability and charity, with part of the proceeds going towards local initiatives​.

YONEX SUNRISE Vietnam Open 2025.

• Time: 09-14 Sep 2025
• Location: Ho Chi Minh City
• Type: Badminton
• Contact

The Vietnam Open attracts both high-ranking international players and top Vietnamese athletes, making it one of the key events on the BWF calendar. Competitions cover men’s and women’s singles, doubles, and mixed doubles, drawing a large international audience and showcasing Vietnam’s growing role in hosting major badminton events. The tournament has featured renowned players from countries such as Japan, Indonesia, India, and China.

October

Vietnam Jungle Marathon 2025

• Time: Oct 2025
• Location: Thanh Hoa
• Type: Trail Running
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The Vietnam Jungle Marathon offers various race distances of 10km, 25km, 50km, and 70km through the stunning trails of Pu Luong Nature Reserve. Participants can experience ancient jungles, limestone peaks, and vibrant rice fields. The course connects remote villages and offers a unique opportunity to explore seldom-visited parts of Vietnam. The atmosphere at the finish line includes a lively running community, and there are options for traditional homestay accommodations during the event​.

Hanoi Open Pool Championship 2025

• Time: 08-13 Oct 2025
• Location: Hanoi
• Type: Pool
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This prestigious event features top international pool players competing in a week-long championship with matches throughout the day and evening. The tournament includes a mix of well-known and emerging talent from Asia and beyond, making it a highlight in the pool world. The event is backed by the Matchroom Multi Sport and Mansion Sports, with extensive live scoring available online for all matches.

November

Vietnam 2025 World Beach Games

• Time: 01-09 Nov, 2025
• Location: Da Nang
• Type: International Multi-sport Event
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The 2025 ANOC World Beach Games will feature nine core sports focused on beach and water activities, including open water swimming, beach soccer, beach handball, individual karate kata, kite foil sailing, beach tennis, aquathlon (a variant of triathlon), beach volleyball (4×4), and beach wrestling. These events aim to emphasize youth engagement, sustainability, and inclusivity. Designed to cater to growing interest in action-packed water and beach sports, the games are expected to attract both international athletes and local spectators.