2025 Can Tho Heritage Marathon

The 2025 Can Tho Heritage Marathon will take place on December 21, 2025, with its start and finish at Song Hau Park in Cai Khe Ward, Ninh Kieu District, Can Tho City. Forecasts for that day predict mild tropical conditions, with daytime temperatures around 25–28 °C, partly cloudy skies, and a low probability of rain. Runners can anticipate a well‑structured, scenic route that follows the riverfront, punctuated by regular water and medical stations, official timing mats, and support for all registered categories.

What distances are available for this event?

• →42 km – Full Marathon
• →21 km – Half Marathon
• →10 km
• →5 km

When is the race date?

December 21, 2025

Where is the start and finish point?

Song Hau Park, Cai Khe Ward, Ninh Kieu District, Can Tho City

What is required for the bib number?

• →The official bib number is provided in the race kit.
• →It must be worn at all times and be visible on the front of the runner’s body.
• →Participation is not allowed without a bib.

When and where can I collect my race kit?

The race kit collection time and location will be announced later.

What documents are required for race kit collection?

• →QR code from the confirmation email.
• →Original CCCD / Passport (or CCCD in VNeID app).
• →For runners under 16: a signed, printed waiver from a legal guardian.

For authorized recipients:

• →Online authorization from the runner.
• →Recipient’s original CCCD / Passport.
• →Photocopy/photo of the runner’s CCCD / Passport.
• →For runners under 16: birth certificate, guardian’s CCCD, and guardianship proof if applicable.

Keep the QR code confidential and check kit contents immediately; no exchanges or returns after leaving the collection area.

What facilities are provided during the race?

• →Official track with detailed routes, checkpoints, water/medical stations, and WC locations published on the official website.
• →Kilometer signs posted for orientation (± meters margin).
• →Water and refreshment points every 3–4 km, offering water, electrolytic drinks, bananas, and first aid.
• →Medical team with doctors and ambulances; their decisions are final.
• →Race officials include English‑speaking volunteers, OC staff, police, and authorized agencies.

How is timing handled?

The timing chip is attached to the back of the bib number and is managed by Sportstats Asia.

Runners must pass over all timing mats (start, finish, checkpoints) and must not fold the bib to ensure accurate results.

What pacers are available?

Pacers for target times are available and identifiable by large colored balloons with printed finish times.

What baggage services are available?

• →42 km: 1:45 – 9:45
• →21 km: 2:45 – 7:45
• →10 km: 3:45 – 7:15
• →5 km: 5:45 – 8:45

What is the pre‑race briefing?

Held at the official OC hotel in Can Tho on the afternoon before race day. The schedule is announced 7–10 days prior.

Is there a photography service?

A free professional photo service is available at scenic points and the finish line.

What are the visa requirements for international runners?

Runners must obtain the correct visa themselves.

All foreign participants must share their Can Tho accommodation address with the OC at least three weeks before race day, as required by local authorities.

What awards and prizes are offered?

The provided information does not specify awards or prizes.

What additional event‑specific information is important?

• →The official track details, including checkpoints and support station locations, are published on the official website.
• →Kilometer signs may have a margin of error; runners should not rely solely on them for pace calculations.
• →Medical teams’ decisions, including removal of a participant for health reasons, are final.
• →The event follows all relevant local regulations regarding accommodation reporting for international participants.