Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon
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Race Day
55–70°F · Feels cool
Participants
World-class event
The Lowdown
The Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon is Hong Kong's premier road race and the city's largest mass-participation sporting event, drawing around 70,000 runners across all categories each January. The full marathon starts on Nathan Road in Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, crosses three of Hong Kong's iconic bridges and tunnels, and finishes at Victoria Park on Hong Kong Island. The event is a World Athletics-labelled race and an AIMS member, offering marathon, half marathon and 10K distances. Entry for the main distances is allocated by a public ballot.
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Questions about the Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon 2027
When is the Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon 2027?
Sunday, January 17, 2027.
Where is the Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon?
Hong Kong.
What time does the Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon start?
The race starts at 6:00 AM, local time.
What is the Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon time limit?
6 hours.
How do I enter the Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon 2027?
Registration has not opened yet. Ways in: Public ballot (lottery) registration via the official website; Priority entry for eligible members/partners; Charity and tour-operator entries.
What is the Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon course like?
It passes Nathan Road (start), Tsim Sha Tsui, Stonecutters Bridge and Tsing Ma Bridge. Course map
What is the weather like at the Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon?
Race-day temperatures are usually 13–21 °C (55–70 °F). Feels cool.
How many runners does the Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon have?
70,000 participants. World-class event.
Is the Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. This race is a certified Boston Marathon qualifying event.
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