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Ultra-Trail Mount Yun by UTMB
Linfen, China
October 15, 2027 to October 17, 2027Date confirmed
161 km97 km68 km48 km+1
MountainForest+3
CNRegional Running Calendar
Running Calendar Races in Shanxi Province: Races, Trails & Competitions
12 verified events (10 confirmed dates) and 27 races in Races in Shanxi Province with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events1210 confirmed dates
Competitions27Races & courses
Distances5 - 161 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+6,500 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Yangling Marathon
Yangling, China
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunPublic Park
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Taiyuan Marathon
Taiyuan, China
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
Public ParkCity Run+2
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Guilin Marathon
Guilin, China
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunLakes & Ponds+2
Photo: Alpsdake · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Athletics Elite Label
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
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 15, 2027 - Oct 17, 2027 | Ultra-Trail Mount Yun by UTMB | Linfen, Shanxi Province, CN | Trail Running | 161 km97 km68 km48 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Yangling Marathon | Yangling, Shanxi Province, CN | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Taiyuan Marathon | Taiyuan, Shanxi Province, CN | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 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 |
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 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 |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in Shanxi Province (China, Shanxi Province) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 27 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 Linfen, Yangling, Taiyuan, and Guilin. Notable events in the selection include Ultra-Trail Mount Yun by UTMB, Yangling Marathon, and Taiyuan Marathon.
Race distances span from 5 km to 161 km, reaching up to +6,500 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Shanxi 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 Shanxi Province?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 27 individual races in Races in Shanxi 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 Ultra-Trail Mount Yun by UTMB, Yangling Marathon, and Taiyuan Marathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Shanxi Province?
Events in Races in Shanxi Province focus on Road Running and Trail Running. Course distances range from 5 km entry-level races up to 161 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Linfen, Yangling, Taiyuan, and Guilin.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Shanxi Province?
The most selective courses in Races in Shanxi Province climb up to +6,500 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 Shanxi 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.