# IRONMAN 70.3 triathlon events in Vietnam

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/ironman-703-triathlon-events-in-vietnam
> Updated: 2026-11-03T02:38:00.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

The IRONMAN 70.3 triathlon series continues to expand its presence in Vietnam. Preparations are underway for the 2026 event in Phu Quoc, scheduled for November 13 to 15 at the Phu Quoc Marina. This competition, supported by BIM Group and Sunrise Events Vietnam, is expected to drive significant economic impact for the local tourism sector.

Following the activities in Phu Quoc, the IRONMAN Group has announced that Ha Long Bay will host an inaugural event on March 21, 2027. Located in Quang Ninh province, this new destination marks an expansion of endurance sports into northern Vietnam, utilizing the coastal landscapes of the UNESCO World Heritage site.

## Timeline

### 2026-11-03: Ha Long Bay to host IRONMAN 70.3 competition in 2027

The IRONMAN Group will launch the IRONMAN 70.3 Ha Long Bay in Vietnam on March 21, 2027, aiming to boost sports tourism in the UNESCO World Heritage site.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ha-long-bay-to-host-ironman-703-competition-in-2027

### 2026-10-31: BIM Group IRONMAN 70.3 Phu Quoc 2026 to boost local tourism

The BIM Group IRONMAN 70.3 Phu Quoc 2026 will take place in November, aiming to boost tourism and local economy with an estimated 9.4 million USD impact in 2025.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bim-group-ironman-703-phu-quoc-2026-to-boost-local-tourism

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