Photo: Alpsdake · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB World Series
Hoka Chiang Mai Thaïland by UTMB
Chiang Mai, Thailand
November 27, 2026 to December 6, 2026Date confirmed
168 km96 km56 km39 km+2
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+4
December Race Calendar · 158 Events · 830 Races
Races and Endurance Events in December
158 events featuring 830 individual races in December, including 36 with confirmed upcoming dates.
Events15836 confirmed dates
Competitions830Races & courses
Distances1 - 500 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+8,100 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Photo: Vyacheslav Argenberg · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Kadiouk Trail Casamanca
Ziguinchor, Senegal
November 29, 2026 to December 6, 2026Date confirmed
120 km60 km
Charity RunDesert+3
Photo: William Murphy from Dublin, Ireland · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Lanzarote Marathon
Costa Teguise, Spain
December 3, 2026 to December 5, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km+1
IslandKids & Youth Races+8
Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad CyclingGravel BikingGravelMan Series
GravelMan Series Marseille
Marseille, France
December 4, 2026 to December 5, 2026Date confirmed
500 km350 km200 km120 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadSeaside & Coast+4
Photo: Jonathan Beech · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningTrail Running
Hyères Running Days
Hyères, France
December 4, 2026 to December 6, 2026Date confirmed
15 km10 km9 km7 km+3
Kids & Youth RacesSeaside & Coast+9
Photo: Jonathan Beech · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Garmin Ultra Race Gdańsk
Gdańsk, Poland
December 4, 2026 to December 5, 2026Date confirmed
101 km53 km27 km12 km+1
City RunNature & Off-Road+4
Photo: Jonathan Beech · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
BYD Singapore International Marathon by Adidas
Singapore, Singapore
December 4, 2026 to December 6, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+4
Photo: Dipak Nishchal · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsWalking & HikingRoad Running
Origny Sainte Benoîte Corrida
Origny-Sainte-Benoite, France
December 4, 2026Date confirmed
10 km6 km4 km2 km
City RunKids & Youth Races
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 27, 2026 - Dec 6, 2026 | Hoka Chiang Mai Thaïland by UTMB | Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai Province, TH | Trail Running | 168 km96 km56 km39 km |
| Nov 29, 2026 - Dec 6, 2026 | Kadiouk Trail Casamanca | Ziguinchor, Ziguinchor Region, SN | Trail Running | 120 km60 km |
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 3, 2026 - Dec 5, 2026 | Lanzarote Marathon | Costa Teguise, Canary Islands, ES | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Dec 4, 2026 - Dec 5, 2026 | GravelMan Series Marseille | Marseille, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR | Road CyclingGravel Biking | 500 km350 km200 km120 km |
| Dec 4, 2026 - Dec 6, 2026 | Hyères Running Days | Hyères, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR | Road RunningTrail Running | 15 km10 km9 km7 km |
| Dec 4, 2026 - Dec 5, 2026 | Garmin Ultra Race Gdańsk | Gdańsk, Pomerania Voivodeship, PL | Road Running | 101 km53 km27 km12 km |
| Dec 4, 2026 - Dec 6, 2026 | BYD Singapore International Marathon by Adidas | Singapore, SG | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Dec 4, 2026 | Origny Sainte Benoîte Corrida | Origny-Sainte-Benoite, Hauts-de-France, FR | Walking & HikingRoad Running | 10 km6 km4 km2 km |
| Dec 4, 2026 - Dec 5, 2026 | Batallón Trail Endurance Race |  La Grita, Táchira, VE | Trail Running | 55 km28 km17 km7 km |
| Dec 4, 2026 - Dec 6, 2026 | San Antonio Marathon |  San Antonio, Texas, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Dec 4, 2026 - Dec 6, 2026 | Pražská stovka (Prague 100 Ultra-Trail) |  Prague, Prague, CZ | Trail Running | 105 km60 km |
| Dec 5, 2026 | Ecoparc Catalan Night Trail | Pézilla-la-Rivière, Occitanie, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 43 km25 km16 km9 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
December concludes the year with festive Advent, Christmas, and New Year Eve road runs alongside early snow and winter endurance events. The RunningCompass calendar for December brings together 158 events with 830 individual races, including 36 confirmed upcoming editions.
Courses span distances ranging from 1 km to 500 km and elevation gains up to +8,100 m. Key host locations include Chiang Mai, Ziguinchor, Costa Teguise, Marseille. Notable events in this selection include Hoka Chiang Mai Thaïland by UTMB, Kadiouk Trail Casamanca, Lanzarote Marathon.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Races and Endurance Events in December?
This overview currently includes 158 verified events featuring 830 individual races. Of these, 36 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 122 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Races and Endurance Events in December?
Races in this selection span distances of 1 km to 500 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +8,100 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running, Walking & Hiking.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Races and Endurance Events in December?
Top host locations include Chiang Mai, Ziguinchor, Costa Teguise, Marseille, Hyères. Representative events in the catalog include Hoka Chiang Mai Thaïland by UTMB, Kadiouk Trail Casamanca, Lanzarote Marathon, GravelMan Series Marseille. December concludes the year with festive Advent, Christmas, and New Year Eve road runs alongside early snow and winter endurance events.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for Races and Endurance Events in December?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 830 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.