2026 JMC Nanchang Marathon ( 2026江铃汽车南昌马拉松 )

The Jiangling Automobile Nanchang Marathon, set to take place on November 15th (Sunday) at 7:30 AM outside the Jiangxi Art Museum near August First Square in Nanchang City, is gearing up for its eighth edition. With a total of 32,000 participants, the event offers two main categories: a marathon with 20,000 spots and a half-marathon attracting another 12,000 runners.
Pre-registration opens on August 8th at 10 AM and closes on August 18th at 6 PM. Those interested in securing a spot through the waiting list must indicate their preference during this period to be eligible for any available slots that may arise. Direct entry participants will need to pay upon receiving confirmation of acceptance, which is announced on August 28th. The deadline for payment by direct entrants is August 30th at 6 PM.
For those who have been selected through the lottery system, the race organizers will release the list on September 1st, and these runners must complete their registration and make a payment by September 4th at 6 PM to secure their spots. A second round of selection follows with another announcement on September 6th for any remaining slots or new waiting list entries.
The final call for payments from both newly selected participants and those who secured spots through the waitlist will be due by September 8th at 6 PM, after which any unpaid registrations are considered forfeited. The waiting period continues until September 9th when any vacated positions start to open up based on a rolling list of registered runners.
This prestigious race, recognized as an international event by World Athletics since its inception in 2016, has become a cornerstone for the running community in Nanchang and beyond. Starting at August First Square, participants are treated to panoramic views along the banks of the Gan River, offering glimpses into the city's rich history from ancient times through modern transformation.
Race fees stand at RMB 200 per person for marathon runners and RMB 150 for half-marathon enthusiasts. Interested individuals can register via the official "Nanchang Marathon" WeChat account or website www.nanchangmarathon.cn, as well as through the "Guodong Events" mini-program.
This event promises to be a thrilling experience that showcases Nanchang's vibrant culture and scenic landscapes while celebrating its athletic heritage.