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Changsha Marathon
Changsha · Oct 25, 2026
The vibrant capital of Hunan blends revolutionary history with modern entertainment culture. October Changsha is crisp and colorful. The course follows the Xiangjiang River with views of Orange Isle's Mao statue and the ancient Yuelu Academy.
Date
Oct 25, 2026
Difficulty
Moderate
Elevation
~130m elevation gain
Field Size
24,000 runners
Course
Starting from Helong Stadium, along Xiangjiang River, past Orange Isle, Yuelu Academy, and Tianxin Pavilion, finishing at the sports center
Tips
- •October temps around 14-22°C, pleasant autumn with golden ginkgo trees
- •Pre-race visits: Orange Isle, Yuelu Mountain, Tianxin Pavilion, Hunan Museum
- •Local specialties: stinky tofu, spicy crayfish, rice noodles, and smoked meats
- •Changsha's nightlife is famous — save the bar-hopping for after the race
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