Photo: Flocci Nivis · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
HÜLSKENS Marathon Wesel
Wesel, Germany
January 3, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+1
January Race Calendar · 97 Events · 323 Races
Races and Endurance Events in January
97 events featuring 323 individual races in January, including 36 with confirmed upcoming dates.
Events9736 confirmed dates
Competitions323Races & courses
Distances1.7 - 129 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+3,930 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Flocci Nivis · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad CyclingGFNY World Series
GFNY Jose Ignacio
Garzón, Uruguay
January 3, 2027Date confirmed
129 km77 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+3
Photo: Coconino National Forest · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningNordic Walking
Three Kings Run in Wapno
Wapno, Poland
January 6, 2027Date confirmed
10 km5 km
City RunSnow
Photo: pictures Jettcom · CC BY 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Athletics Label
OPTIMA Dreikönigslauf in Schwäbisch Hall
Schwäbisch Hall, Germany
January 6, 2027Date confirmed
10 km5 km1.7 km
City RunKids & Youth Races
Photo: Kris Sliver · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Three Kings Run in Łódź
Łódź, Poland
January 6, 2027Date confirmed
5 km
City RunPublic Park
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
Walt Disney World Marathon
Orlando, United States
January 7, 2027 to January 10, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunCulture & History+2
Photo: BLMUtah · Public Domain · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Egyptian Marathon
Luxor, Egypt
January 8, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km12 km5 km
City RunDesert+1
Photo: Christoph Strässler · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
S1 Trail La Corsa Della Bora
Sistiana, Italy
January 9, 2027 to January 10, 2027Date confirmed
116 km61 km55 km36 km+3
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+5
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 3, 2027 | HÜLSKENS Marathon Wesel | Wesel, North Rhine-Westphalia, DE | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
| Jan 3, 2027 | GFNY Jose Ignacio | Garzón, Maldonado Department, UY | Road Cycling | 129 km77 km |
| Jan 6, 2027 | Three Kings Run in Wapno | Wapno, Greater Poland Voivodeship, PL | Road RunningNordic Walking | 10 km5 km |
| Jan 6, 2027 | OPTIMA Dreikönigslauf in Schwäbisch Hall | Schwäbisch Hall, Baden-Württemberg, DE | Road Running | 10 km5 km1.7 km |
| Jan 6, 2027 | Three Kings Run in Łódź | Łódź, Łódź Voivodeship, PL | Road Running | 5 km |
| Jan 7, 2027 - Jan 10, 2027 | Walt Disney World Marathon | Orlando, Florida, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Jan 8, 2027 | Egyptian Marathon | Luxor, Luxor, EG | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km12 km5 km |
| Jan 9, 2027 - Jan 10, 2027 | S1 Trail La Corsa Della Bora | Sistiana, Friuli Venezia Giulia, IT | Trail Running | 116 km61 km55 km36 km |
| Jan 9, 2027 | Urban Trail Montpellier |  Montpellier, Occitanie, FR | Trail Running | 12 km6 km |
| Jan 9, 2027 | PolarNight Marathon |  Tromsdalen, Troms, NO | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Jan 9, 2027 | Kyoto Yawata Ecomarathon in January |  Kyōto, Kyoto Prefecture, JP | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Jan 9, 2027 | White Trail of the Ardèche Mountains | Astet, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 20 km12 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
January opens the endurance calendar with New Year road races, winter cross-country events, and early-season fitness tests. The RunningCompass calendar for January brings together 97 events with 323 individual races, including 36 confirmed upcoming editions.
Courses span distances ranging from 1.7 km to 129 km and elevation gains up to +3,930 m. Key host locations include Wesel, Garzón, Wapno, Schwäbisch Hall. Notable events in this selection include HÜLSKENS Marathon Wesel, GFNY Jose Ignacio, Three Kings Run in Wapno.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Races and Endurance Events in January?
This overview currently includes 97 verified events featuring 323 individual races. Of these, 36 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 61 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Races and Endurance Events in January?
Races in this selection span distances of 1.7 km to 129 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +3,930 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, Road Cycling.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Races and Endurance Events in January?
Top host locations include Wesel, Garzón, Wapno, Schwäbisch Hall, Łódź. Representative events in the catalog include HÜLSKENS Marathon Wesel, GFNY Jose Ignacio, Three Kings Run in Wapno, OPTIMA Dreikönigslauf in Schwäbisch Hall. January opens the endurance calendar with New Year road races, winter cross-country events, and early-season fitness tests.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for Races and Endurance Events in January?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 323 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.