The 2026 Mengniu Hohhot Marathon, scheduled for Saturday, September 19th at 7:30 AM, promises to be an exhilarating experience for runners of all levels. The race will start and finish along the Silk Road Avenue in呼和浩特长草公园 (Little Grass Park) and阳光美居(Sunny Residence), respectively, offering a total field size of 15,000 participants. The event features two races: a full marathon covering 42.195 kilometers with spots for 3,000 runners, and a half-marathon spanning 21.0975 kilometers open to 12,000 competitors. Pre-registration and payment will be available from August 19th at 10:00 AM until August 28th at 6:00 PM, with the lottery results announced in batches on September 1st between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM. The Mengniu Hohhot Marathon has been recognized as one of the city's top ten gold events for its exceptional organization and runner experience. As a key component of the thirty priority sports events planned for 2026, it aims to showcase the vibrant culture and modern development of Hohhot, the capital of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. Runners will traverse through scenic routes that blend urban landscapes with natural beauty, offering panoramic views of the city's green spaces and contemporary architecture. The registration fees are set at 180 RMB for the full marathon and 150 RMB for the half-marathon. Participants can register via the "Hohhot Marathon" WeChat official account or through the JD app and JD Health mini-program, ensuring a convenient sign-up process. The race promises to be an unforgettable journey through Hohhot's unique blend of history and modernity, making it a must-attend event for runners looking to explore this dynamic city.
Races Offered
Hohhot Marathon 2026
Sep 19, 2026
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Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Huhehaote.
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11.7° / 21.6°
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9.8° / 19.8°
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Avg sunshine hours
8h 17m
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Avg rainfall
2.8 mm
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Avg wind speed
7.2 km/h (Light breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
Moderate
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Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
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Max UV Index
Moderate (5.0)
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Humidity
63.0%
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Sunrise
06:14
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Sunset
18:42
About Huhehaote
Learn more about the host city, Huhehaote.
Hohhot, formerly known as Guihua or Kweisui (Guisui), is the capital and largest city of the northern Chinese autonomous region of Inner Mongolia, serving as the region's administrative, economic and cultural center. Its population was 3,446,100 inhabitants as of the 2020 census, of whom 2,944,889 lived in the metropolitan area consisting of 4 urban districts plus the Tumed Left Banner.