Jiangmen Marathon 2026 (2026江门马拉松)

The 2026 Jiangmen Marathon, scheduled for December 20th at 7:00 AM on the sunlit Sunday morning, promises an exhilarating journey through Guangdong Province's vibrant city of Jiangmen. With a total field size of 18,000 participants, this A-class event features two competitive distances: a marathon (42.195 kilometers) for 6,000 runners and a half-marathon (21.0975 kilometers) attracting the remaining 12,000 competitors.
Registration opens from September 7th at 2 PM to October 31st at 6 PM, with participants who are not selected through a lottery system receiving full refunds by November. The race course is meticulously designed to showcase Jiangmen's rich cultural and natural heritage, starting at the Wuyi Overseas Chinese Square before winding through iconic landmarks such as the Binjiang Sports Center, Marathon Park, and Wuyi University.
Runners will experience an immersive journey that combines breathtaking landscapes with historical sites, offering a unique blend of physical challenge and spiritual enrichment. The route meanders past lush parks and bustling cityscapes, allowing participants to immerse themselves in Jiangmen's storied history as a hub for Chinese diaspora communities worldwide. Each step taken along the course is an exploration into the heart of this culturally diverse region.
Jiangmen, known affectionately as "China’s Hometown Abroad," stands as a testament to resilience and cultural fusion. Its cobblestone streets hold tales of countless migrants who ventured across oceans with dreams of prosperity and new beginnings. Today, these narratives continue to shape Jiangmen's identity, fostering an environment characterized by cooperation, inclusiveness, openness, and innovation.
To participate in the full marathon category, athletes must provide proof of a full or half-marathon finish within 24 months prior to registration deadlines through official channels like the First Track app. Similarly, those aiming for the half-marathon distance need evidence of successful completion from previous races or qualifying tests conducted via similar platforms.
Join us on December 20th as we celebrate this unique blend of athletic endeavor and cultural appreciation in Jiangmen.
The event invites runners to embrace a journey that transcends mere physical limits, inviting them instead into the heart of a city where every step tells a story.