Rama 8 by AVIS Bangkok 2027

Rama 8 by AVIS 2027 brings runners to the multi-purpose riverside area beneath the Rama VIII Bridge, beside Suan Luang Rama VIII Park in Bangkok. The scenic Chao Phraya River setting makes this an appealing early-morning road race for runners looking for a half marathon, 10K or 5K in the Thai capital.

The organiser is accepting up to 3,000 participants, with a stated allocation of 1,000 places per distance. In addition to standard entries, runners in the 10K and 21K can choose an optional SUB shirt challenge: the additional shirt is awarded only if they complete the 10K in less than 60 minutes or the 21K in less than two hours, respectively.

Race-day programme, Sunday 16 May

• 2:30 am: Bag-drop service opens.
• 3:45 am: 21K half-marathon flag-off; 3 hours 15 minutes to finish (7:00 am).
• 4:30 am: 10K flag-off; two-hour cut-off (6:30 am).
• 4:40 am: 5K flag-off; 80-minute cut-off (6:00 am).
• 5:30 am: Prize presentation begins.
• 7:00 am: All finish lines close and the event ends.

All times are local Indochina Time (UTC+7).

Entry conditions and participant information

Registration is advertised from 22 July 2026 until 31 January 2027, subject to remaining allocations. Prices in the category cards are the organiser's currently advertised early-bird Thai-baht rates; check the registration page before payment because discounts and availability may change. Standard later fees are THB 600 for 5K, THB 700 for 10K and THB 950 for 21K, with extra-cost SUB shirt entry variants for 10K and 21K.

Registration and transfer clarification (official 2027 terms, checked 2 November 2026): The organiser permits a formal entry-name transfer up to 31 January 2027, subject to a THB 100 transfer fee. This is different from letting an unregistered person simply run with someone else's bib, which remains prohibited and may lead to disqualification and loss of accident-cover eligibility. The organiser lists 31 January 2027 as the registration closing date, but does not specify a closing hour; places may fill earlier. For event-specific queries, contact the official Rama 8 race office at rama8.run@gmail.com or +66 89 749 1949, and see the official 2027 registration and rules.

Race-pack collection is Saturday 15 May, noon–6:00 pm, at the same venue. Participants must present an ID card or passport, which may be shown on a mobile phone. Optional postal delivery costs THB 60, provided the entry and delivery fee are paid by 31 January; the organiser expects delivery roughly 7–14 days before race day.

Only half-marathon finishers inside the 3:15 cut-off receive the standard 21K finisher shirt. The optional SUB shirts require the qualifying 10K/21K times described above. The organiser prohibits running under another person's entry, littering along the route, personal pacers, external assistance and performance-enhancing substances. Race bibs must remain visible on the front of the shirt. Published terms also prohibit refunds.

Overall trophies are advertised for the top three men and women at each distance, with age-group trophies for the first five men and women. Runners should confirm current course maps, race instructions and any adjustments directly with the organiser before travelling.