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Chengdu Marathon

October 25, 2026 · 7:30 AMChengdu, Sichuan, China

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Race Day

61°F

55–72°F · Feels mild

Total elevation gain

394ft

Relatively flat course · Net elevation change +33 ft

Participants

35K

World-class event

Crowd Rating

8/ 10

Excellent spectator turnout

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Marathon Lottery Entry

CN¥200

Places are drawn by lottery when applications exceed the cap. The 2026 fee was CNY 200 for both the marathon and the half marathon, and places cannot be transferred.

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Key Dates

1. Registration Opens
  Jun 10, 2026
  Online registration opened at 10:00 Beijing time on chengdumarathon.cn and the official partner apps.
1. Registration Closes
  Jun 24, 2026
  Registration closed at 18:00 Beijing time.
2. Lottery Results Announced
  Jul 30, 2026
  First-round lottery results were published; selected runners then had to pay the entry fee by the stated deadline.
3. Second-Round Lottery Results Announced
  Sep 7, 2026
  A second draw filled places from unsuccessful applicants who opted in at registration.
4. Race Day
  Oct 25, 2026
  Main marathon race day. Start from Jinsha Site Museum.

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The Lowdown

The Chengdu Marathon is a World Athletics Gold Label road race held annually in late October in Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province in southwestern China. First held in 2017, the event has grown to attract tens of thousands of runners from over 50 countries and is the first marathon in China to be nominated as a candidate race for the Abbott World Marathon Majors. The course departs from the Jinsha Site Museum and winds through the city's cultural landmarks including Qintai Road, the historic Wide and Narrow Alleys (Kuanzhai Xiangzi), Wangjiang Pavilion, and finishes along Tianfu Avenue. The autumn setting provides mild temperatures and stunning views of Chengdu's blend of ancient heritage and modern skyline. The race also serves as the Chinese National Marathon Championships and is an AIMS full member event.

Minimum Age: 20 years
Entry Methods: Online registration on chengdumarathon.cn or the 马拉马拉 (MaraMara) and 数字心动 apps, followed by a lottery when entries exceed the cap.
A second-round lottery fills places from unsuccessful applicants who opted in when registering.
Eligibility: Marathon runners must be 20 or older on 1 January of the race year (born before 1 January 2006).
One marathon or two half marathons completed in the 24 months before the registration deadline; virtual races do not count.
Runners aged 65 and over sign a participation pledge together with a family member.
Required Documents: No medical certificate is collected; the organizer recommends a check-up at a Grade 2A or higher hospital (blood pressure plus an ECG, 24-hour Holter or treadmill test) before entering.
Cancellation & Refund Policy: Paid entrants could withdraw for a refund, free of charge, through their original registration order during the withdrawal window that opened on 20 August 2026.
Places are personal and cannot be transferred.

01: World Athletics Gold Label Road Race
02: AIMS full member event
03: Serves as the Chinese National Marathon Championships
04: First Chinese marathon nominated as Abbott World Marathon Majors candidate race (2019)
05: Organized by the Chinese Athletic Association and Chengdu Municipal Government
06: Attracts elite international field — past winners include Ethiopian and Bahraini athletes
07: Chengdu is a mega-city of 16 million people and the economic hub of southwestern China

Questions about the Chengdu Marathon 2026

When is the Chengdu Marathon 2026?

This edition ran on Sunday, October 25, 2026. The 2027 date is to be confirmed.

Where is the Chengdu Marathon?

Chengdu, Sichuan, China.

What is the Chengdu Marathon time limit?

6 hours.

What is the Chengdu Marathon elevation gain?

120 m (394 ft) of total elevation gain. Net elevation change: +10 m (33 ft). Relatively flat course.

What is the Chengdu Marathon course like?

It passes Jinsha Site Museum (Start), Qintai Road and Wide and Narrow Alleys (Kuanzhai Xiangzi).

What is the weather like at the Chengdu Marathon?

Race-day temperatures are usually 13–22 °C (55–72 °F). Feels mild.

How many runners does the Chengdu Marathon have?

35,000 participants. World-class event.

Is the Chengdu Marathon a Boston qualifier?

Yes. This race is a certified Boston Marathon qualifying event.

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