Dawn River International Marathon

About the Event

The "Hope Dream" 23rd Dawn Riverside International Marathon takes place on Sunday, September 6, 2026, starting at 7:30 AM (assembly at 7:00 AM) from the Mokdong Sports Complex in Yangcheon-gu, Seoul, South Korea. This event offers Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, and 3km Family Run distances along the Anyangcheon riverside course, with finisher medals, certificates, and functional t-shirts for participants.

Distance	Start Location	Finish Location	Start Time	Souvenir Inclusion
Half Marathon (21.0975km) – General Application / Mania Application (no t-shirt)	Mokdong Sports Complex, Yangcheon-gu, Seoul, South Korea	Mokdong Sports Complex, Yangcheon-gu, Seoul, South Korea	07:30	Functional t-shirt (General only)
10km – General Application / Mania Application (no t-shirt)	Mokdong Sports Complex, Yangcheon-gu, Seoul, South Korea	Mokdong Sports Complex, Yangcheon-gu, Seoul, South Korea	07:30	Functional t-shirt (General only)
5km – General Application / Mania Application (no t-shirt)	Mokdong Sports Complex, Yangcheon-gu, Seoul, South Korea	Mokdong Sports Complex, Yangcheon-gu, Seoul, South Korea	07:30	Functional t-shirt (General only)
3km Family Run (3-5 people per team)	Mokdong Sports Complex, Yangcheon-gu, Seoul, South Korea	Mokdong Sports Complex, Yangcheon-gu, Seoul, South Korea	07:30	Functional t-shirt (per person)

Event Logistics and Participant Information:

Application Period: Starting May 4, 2026 – first-come, first-served for 5,000 participants. Registration closes early if spots are filled.
Participant Supplies: Race souvenirs, bib number, guide booklet, finisher medal, certificate of completion, and functional t-shirt (General applications only). Mania applications (No T-shirt option) exclude the souvenir t-shirt.
Family Run: Teams of 3 to 5 people. Each participant receives a functional t-shirt.
Location: Mokdong Sports Complex, 183 Mokdong Stadium, 939 Anyangcheon-ro, Mok 1-dong, Yangcheon-gu, Seoul, South Korea.
Host: Korea Marathon Association.
Inquiries: Phone 02-2647-4488, 4499 (Weekdays 09:00-18:00, lunch break 12:00-13:00); Email [email protected]; Fax 02-2647-5225.
Deposit Account: Industrial Bank of Korea, Account Number 203-062319-04-029, Account Holder: Korea Marathon Association.
Business Registration Number: 126-82-07126. Representative: Kim Ju-hyun. Chief Privacy Officer: Yoon Chan-gi.

Route and Atmosphere:

Scenic Setting: The course runs along the Anyangcheon riverside in Yangcheon-gu, Seoul, offering a flat, scenic route ideal for runners of all levels.
Terrain: Riverside paths with gentle gradients, suitable for personal bests and family participation.
Family-Friendly: The 3km Family Run encourages families to run together in teams of 3-5 people.
Atmosphere: A community-focused international marathon celebrating hope and dreams, with finisher medals and certificates for all participants.
Spectator Experience: Friends and family can cheer along the riverside course and celebrate finishers at the Mokdong Sports Complex.

The "Hope Dream" 23rd Dawn Riverside International Marathon in Seoul, South Korea – on September 6, 2026 – offers Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, and 3km Family Run distances along the scenic Anyangcheon riverside, with finisher medals and certificates for all participants.

Races Offered

10km

Sep 06, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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07:30

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$33.85

3km Family Run

Sep 06, 2026

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Distance — 3K

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07:30

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$20.00

5km

Sep 06, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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07:30

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$27.00

Half Marathon

Sep 06, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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07:30

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$33.85

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Seoul.

thermostat Temperature

19.3° / 26.6°

wb_sunny Feels like

20.6° / 28.5°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

7h 53m

water_drop Avg rainfall

7.3 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

7.3 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

High

terrain Course conditions

Hard and dry surface

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (5.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

81.1%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:13

nightlight Sunset

18:39

About Seoul

Learn more about the host city, Seoul.

Seoul (서울) is the capital of South Korea. With a population of over 9 million, Seoul is by far South Korea's largest city and one of East Asia's financial and cultural centers. A fascinating blend of ancient traditions and cutting-edge digital technology, home to endless street food vendors and vast nightlife districts, an extraordinarily high-pressure educational system and serene Buddhist temples, a dynamic trend-setting youth culture and often crushing conformism, extraordinary architecture and endless monotonous rows of grey apartment buildings, Seoul is a city filled with stark contrasts, contradictions, and paradoxes. People in Seoul can enjoy various artistic activities such as plays, musicals, and concerts.