Tien Phong Marathon – Dien Bien Discovery 2027

Tien Phong Marathon – Dien Bien Discovery is on Saturday 2 January 2027 in Dien Bien Phu ward, Dien Bien, over 5 km, 10 km, 21 km and 48 km.

Facts last checked September 29, 2026

Tien Phong Marathon – Dien Bien Discovery 2027 is part of the Tien Phong Newspaper national marathon and long-distance series, organised by Tien Phong Newspaper and the Dien Bien Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism under the Dien Bien provincial People's Committee. The event runs 31 December 2026 to 2 January 2027, with racing on 2 January in Dien Bien Phu ward. Distances are 5 km, 10 km, 21 km and 48 km; the longest race is beyond marathon distance. The route passes historic sites, villages and lakes, per the event page.

Key facts
Date	2027-01-02
Distance Km	21.1, 10, 5
Primary Distance Km	21.1
Venue	Dien Bien Phu ward
Organizer	Tien Phong Newspaper and the Dien Bien Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism
Price Range	VND 486,000-886,000 (early bird)
City	Dien Bien Phu
Country	Vietnam

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Tien Phong Marathon – Dien Bien Discovery 2027 cost?

Early-bird prices on Pace8 are VND 486,000 for 5 km, VND 586,000 for 10 km, VND 768,000 for 21 km and VND 886,000 for 48 km. The 21 km is for runners aged 16 and over and the 48 km for 18 and over. The 5 km and 10 km have no age limit.

Can I transfer or change my Tien Phong Marathon – Dien Bien Discovery 2027 entry?

Cancellations are not accepted. Transfers cost VND 100,000 per bib and distance changes cost VND 50,000 plus any price difference, both until 17:00 on 30 November 2026. The schedule, course map and prizes are still marked "to be updated".