Maopu Cup · 8th Lianyungang Starry Sky Ultramarathon 2026 (毛铺杯·2026连云港第八届星空超马)

Bask under the stars at the Maopu Cup 2026 Lianyungang Eighth Night Sky Ultra Marathon, set to take place on December 26 and 27. The race unfolds within the scenic grounds of Nongshang Liantianxia Sports Park in Lianyungang, featuring a closed-loop asphalt trail with each lap measuring approximately 1.06 kilometers.
The event offers various distances: a challenging 100-kilometer ultra marathon (95 laps), a 42-kilometer half-marathon (40 laps), and shorter options of 21 kilometers (20 laps) and 10 kilometers (10 laps). The 100 km race kicks off at 7:00 PM on December 26, finishing by 8:00 AM the next day. Participants in the 42-kilometer category start an hour later with a cutoff time of 2:00 AM.
The event's unique setting includes picturesque greenery along the Yutai River and winding trails through lush forests. The route is car-free, ensuring runners can focus solely on their performance amidst serene natural beauty. As part of Lianyungang’s vibrant running community, this ultra marathon offers an unforgettable night-time experience under a canopy of stars.
Registration for each category operates on a first-come-first-served basis and closes once full capacity is reached. Runners will traverse the city's ecological greenway, where nature meets urban design in perfect harmony, creating a romantic backdrop illuminated by the moonlight and starry skies.