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Shanghai Marathon
Schanghai, China
December 6, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km
City RunCulture & History+1
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Running Calendar Races in Shanghai City: Races, Trails & Competitions
12 verified events (11 confirmed dates) and 21 races in Races in Shanghai City with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events1211 confirmed dates
Competitions21Races & courses
Distances5 - 103.7 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+4,157 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Shanghai Half Marathon
Schanghai, China
March 14, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km
City RunFestive
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Shanghai 10k
Schanghai, China
Date to be announcedDate TBA
10 km
City RunPublic Park+3
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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
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Yiwu Half Marathon
Yiwu, China
November 22, 2026Date confirmed
21.1 km
City RunPublic Park
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Macao International Marathon
Macao, China
December 6, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunPublic Park
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 6, 2026 | Shanghai Marathon | Schanghai, Shanghai Municipality, CN | Road Running | 42.2 km |
| Dec 6, 2026 | Macao International Marathon | Macao, Sichuan Province, CN | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Dec 6, 2026 | Shenzhen Marathon | Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, CN | Road Running | 42.2 km |
| Dec 6, 2026 | Hangzhou Qiantang Women's Half Marathon | Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, CN | Road Running | 21.1 km |
| Dec 20, 2026 | Guangzhou Marathon | Guanzhou, Guangdong Province, CN | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 14, 2027 | Shanghai Half Marathon | Schanghai, Shanghai, CN | Road Running | 21.1 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Shanghai 10k | Schanghai, Shanghai Municipality, CN | Road Running | 10 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 |
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 |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in Shanghai City (China, Shanghai City) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 21 individual races, including 11 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running and Trail Running. Key host locations include Schanghai, Guilin, Nanjing, and Fangchenggang. Notable events in the selection include Shanghai Marathon, Shanghai Half Marathon, and Shanghai 10k.
Race distances span from 5 km to 103.7 km, reaching up to +4,157 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Shanghai City 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 Shanghai City?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 21 individual races in Races in Shanghai City. A total of 11 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Shanghai Marathon, Shanghai Half Marathon, and Shanghai 10k.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Shanghai City?
Events in Races in Shanghai City focus on Road Running and Trail Running. Course distances range from 5 km entry-level races up to 103.7 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Schanghai, Guilin, Nanjing, and Fangchenggang.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Shanghai City?
The most selective courses in Races in Shanghai City climb up to +4,157 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 Shanghai City?
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.