The Hua Hin Marathon 2026 is a prominent charity running event scheduled for Sunday, May 10, 2026, in the coastal resort town of Hua Hin, Thailand. Now in its fourth year, the event aims to raise funds for environmental protection and the Hua Hin Mangrove Ecosystem Development Project at Wat Khao Krailart. The marathon is prestigious, featuring Royal Trophies presented by Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn for the overall male and female winners of the 42.195 km distance. The race is designed to promote health tourism and stimulate the local economy while offering a variety of distances for runners of all skill levels.
| Race Category | Distance | Start Time | Cut-off Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Marathon | 42.195 km | 03:00 AM | 7 hours (10:00 AM) |
| Half Marathon | 21 km | 05:00 AM | 3.5 hours (08:30 AM) |
| Mini Marathon | 10.5 km | 05:30 AM | 2.5 hours (08:00 AM) |
| Fun Run | 5 km | 05:45 AM | 2.15 hours (08:00 AM) |
Hua Hin is a famous seaside resort town in Prachuap Khiri Khan province, with a municipal population of approximately 66,000 residents. Historically a summer retreat for the Thai royalty, it maintains a blend of traditional Thai atmosphere and modern tourism infrastructure. The demographic profile is primarily Thai (approx. 90%), but the town has a significant international expatriate community, primarily from Europe and North America (approx. 5-7%). The median household income in the region is roughly ฿24,000 per month. Geographically, the race starts at Wat Khao Krailart, a temple situated near the southern end of Hua Hin's main beach. The terrain is largely flat and paved along the coastline, though it features a unique inland section through the mangrove ecosystems and urban streets, characterized by the tropical savanna climate of central Thailand.
Participants receive a race shirt and medal, while full marathon finishers earn an additional finisher T-shirt. Race pack collection takes place on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Wat Khao Krailart from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Registration is facilitated through Runlah, and early bird slots are limited to 100 per category. For those unable to attend in person, postal delivery of the T-shirt and bib is available for an additional fee. For inquiries regarding receipts or delivery issues, the organizer can be contacted via Line ID @yimyokyairun or by phone at 0845645305.
May 10, 2026
Distance — 42.2K
Type — Running
03:00
$37.50
May 10, 2026
Distance — 21.1K
Type — Running
05:00
$28.00
May 10, 2026
Distance — 10.5K
Type — Running
05:30
$15.50
May 10, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
05:45
$22.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Hua Hin.
Learn more about the host city, Hua Hin.
Hua Hin (หัวหิน) is a seaside resort city of about 50,000 residents (2012) in Thailand. Three or four hours south of Bangkok (195 km), it is popular with middle-aged and older foreign visitors, as a weekend getaway spot for Bangkok Thais, and as an expat retirement home.
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