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Shenzhen Marathon
Shenzhen, China
December 6, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+2
CNRegional Running Calendar
Running Calendar Races in Guangdong Province: Races, Trails & Competitions
12 verified events (10 confirmed dates) and 24 races in Races in Guangdong Province with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events1210 confirmed dates
Competitions24Races & courses
Distances5 - 166.6 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+8,110 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Guangzhou Marathon
Guanzhou, China
December 20, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km
City RunPublic Park
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UTCR - Yunan Ultra Trail
Yunfu, China
January 16, 2027Date confirmed
103.65 km54.85 km29.1 km
MountainNature & Off-Road+1
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UTSZ Trail Races
Shenzhen, China
Date to be announcedDate TBA
166.6 km100.6 km50.7 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+3
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Trail Running to 2035
Shenzhen, China
Date to be announcedDate TBA
34.5 km20 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+2
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Guilin Marathon
Guilin, China
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunLakes & Ponds+2
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Nanjing Marathon
Nanjing, China
November 22, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km5 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+2
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China-ASEAN International Marathon
Fangchenggang, China
November 22, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 6, 2026 | Shenzhen Marathon | Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, CN | Road Running | 42.2 km |
| Dec 20, 2026 | Guangzhou Marathon | Guanzhou, Guangdong Province, CN | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
| Dec 6, 2026 | Macao International Marathon | Macao, Sichuan Province, CN | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Dec 6, 2026 | Shanghai Marathon | Schanghai, Shanghai Municipality, CN | Road Running | 42.2 km |
| Dec 6, 2026 | Hangzhou Qiantang Women's Half Marathon | Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, CN | Road Running | 21.1 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 16, 2027 | UTCR - Yunan Ultra Trail | Yunfu, Guangdong Province, CN | Trail Running | 103.65 km54.85 km29.1 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | UTSZ Trail Races | Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, CN | Trail Running | 166.6 km100.6 km50.7 km |
| Date to be announced | Trail Running to 2035 | Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, CN | Trail Running | 34.5 km20 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 15, 2026 | Guilin Marathon | Guilin, Guangxi Region, CN | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 22, 2026 | Nanjing Marathon | Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, CN | Road Running | 42.2 km5 km |
| Nov 22, 2026 | China-ASEAN International Marathon | Fangchenggang, Guangxi Region, CN | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
| Nov 22, 2026 | Yiwu Half Marathon | Yiwu, Zhejiang Province, CN | Road Running | 21.1 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in Guangdong Province (China, Guangdong Province) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 24 individual races, including 10 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running and Trail Running. Key host locations include Shenzhen, Guanzhou, Yunfu, and Guilin. Notable events in the selection include Shenzhen Marathon, Guangzhou Marathon, and UTCR - Yunan Ultra Trail.
Race distances span from 5 km to 166.6 km, reaching up to +8,110 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Guangdong Province includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Races in Guangdong Province?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 24 individual races in Races in Guangdong Province. A total of 10 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Shenzhen Marathon, Guangzhou Marathon, and UTCR - Yunan Ultra Trail.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Guangdong Province?
Events in Races in Guangdong Province focus on Road Running and Trail Running. Course distances range from 5 km entry-level races up to 166.6 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Shenzhen, Guanzhou, Yunfu, and Guilin.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Guangdong Province?
The most selective courses in Races in Guangdong Province climb up to +8,110 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Races in Guangdong Province?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.