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Valencia Marathon
Valencia, Spain
December 6, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km
CastlesCharity Run+11
Race Series & Label · 17 Events · 24 Competitions
World Athletics Platinum Label: Race Calendar, Routes & Qualification
Highest global distinction awarded by World Athletics (Platinum Label) to the world’s fastest and most prestigious road marathons and distance races. Discover 17 verified events (17 with confirmed upcoming dates) and 24 competitions across Valencia, Schanghai, Chon Buri, Ōsaka, Tokyo.
Events1717 confirmed dates
Competitions24Races & courses
Distances5 - 42.2 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+313 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Shanghai Marathon
Schanghai, China
December 6, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km
City RunCulture & History+1
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Bangsaen21
Chon Buri, Thailand
December 20, 2026Date confirmed
21.1 km
City RunNight Run+1
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Osaka Women’s Marathon
Ōsaka, Japan
January 31, 2027Date confirmed
42 km21.1 km
City RunFestive
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Tokyo Marathon
Tokyo, Japan
March 7, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+1
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Nagoya Women's Marathon
Nagoya, Japan
March 14, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km
City RunCulture & History
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Seoul Marathon
Seoul, South Korea
March 21, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km10 km
City RunLakes & Ponds+1
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Yangzhou Half Marathon
Yangzhou, China
March 28, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km5 km
City RunFestive
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 6, 2026 | Valencia Marathon | Valencia, Valencian Community, ES | Road Running | 42.2 km |
| Dec 6, 2026 | Shanghai Marathon | Schanghai, Shanghai Municipality, CN | Road Running | 42.2 km |
| Dec 20, 2026 | Bangsaen21 | Chon Buri, Changwat Chon Buri, TH | Road Running | 21.1 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 31, 2027 | Osaka Women’s Marathon | Ōsaka, Ōsaka Prefecture, JP | Road Running | 42 km21.1 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 7, 2027 | Tokyo Marathon | Tokyo, Tokio Prefecture, JP | Road Running | 42.2 km |
| Mar 14, 2027 | Nagoya Women's Marathon | Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, JP | Road Running | 42.2 km |
| Mar 21, 2027 | Seoul Marathon | Seoul, Seoul, KR | Road Running | 42.2 km10 km |
| Mar 28, 2027 | Yangzhou Half Marathon | Yangzhou, Jiangsu Province, CN | Road Running | 21.1 km5 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 19, 2027 | Boston Marathon |  Boston, Massachusetts, US | Road Running | 42.2 km |
| Apr 25, 2027 | London Marathon |  London, England, GB | Road Running | 42.2 km |
August 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 29, 2027 | TCS Sydney Marathon |  Sydney, New South Wales, AU | Road Running | 42.2 km5 km |
September 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 26, 2027 | Generali Berlin Marathon |  Berlin, Berlin, DE | Road Running | 42.2 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Highest global distinction awarded by World Athletics (Platinum Label) to the world’s fastest and most prestigious road marathons and distance races. Crowns the absolute pinnacle of global road running where Olympic champions, world-record holders, and tens of thousands of mass-participation runners share the same course. In the RunningCompass catalog, World Athletics Platinum Label currently comprises 17 active events with a total of 24 individual competitions (17 events with confirmed upcoming race dates and 0 events awaiting official next-edition date confirmation). Key host venues include Valencia, Schanghai, Chon Buri, Ōsaka, Tokyo, highlighted by events such as Valencia Marathon, Shanghai Marathon, Bangsaen21, Osaka Women’s Marathon.
Enforces the highest global standards for world-ranking points, anti-doping testing, broadcast production, and mass-runner course services. Across the listed competitions in Road Running, course distances span 5 km to 42.2 km with cumulative elevation gains reaching up to +313 m. World-record-capable high-speed boulevard courses in global capitals with minimal elevation change and comprehensive split telemetry. Every event entry provides direct access to interactive route maps, 3D elevation profiles, and official organizer links for registration.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
What is World Athletics Platinum Label and how many events are included in the calendar?
Highest global distinction awarded by World Athletics (Platinum Label) to the world’s fastest and most prestigious road marathons and distance races. The RunningCompass calendar for World Athletics Platinum Label lists 17 verified events encompassing 24 individual races, of which 17 currently carry confirmed future race dates and 0 are scheduled with dates to be announced.
Which distances, disciplines, and qualification criteria apply to World Athletics Platinum Label?
Events in World Athletics Platinum Label primarily cover Road Running with competition distances ranging from 5 km to 42.2 km. Enforces the highest global standards for world-ranking points, anti-doping testing, broadcast production, and mass-runner course services.
What course profiles and elevation gains characterize World Athletics Platinum Label routes?
World-record-capable high-speed boulevard courses in global capitals with minimal elevation change and comprehensive split telemetry. Across all 24 races in this series, routes cover 5 km to 42.2 km with cumulative elevation gains reaching up to +313 m, and each event page includes an interactive course map, elevation profile, and GPX track download.
Where do World Athletics Platinum Label events take place and how can I register?
Leading host cities in the catalog include Valencia, Schanghai, Chon Buri, Ōsaka, Tokyo, featuring events such as Valencia Marathon, Shanghai Marathon, Bangsaen21, Osaka Women’s Marathon. You can filter the calendar below by month, distance, and location, inspect each race profile, and follow the verified organizer link on the event page for official registration.