VnExpress Marathon Hải Phòng 2026 recorded 8,000 registrations during its Super Early Bird phase, which ended on 8 October. The 12 October report says half-marathon and marathon entries account for 65% of bibs, while group purchases make up 82%. The race is scheduled for 27 December over 5, 10, 21 and 42 kilometres. These are early registrations, rather than actual starters; the accompanying race photograph is from the 2025 edition.