marathon.level.platinum
Shanghai Marathon
Shanghai · Dec 6, 2026
China's premier international marathon and a World Athletics Platinum Label race. The iconic start on The Bund offers views of the futuristic Pudong skyline across the Huangpu River, while the course showcases Shanghai's blend of colonial charm and modern glamour.
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Dec 6, 2026
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eventDetail.diff.medium
eventDetail.elevation
~90m elevation gain
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38,000 runners
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Starting from The Bund, along Nanjing Road, past Jing'an Temple and Xintiandi, finishing at Shanghai Stadium
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- •November temps around 10-18°C, crisp and clear — ideal racing weather
- •Registration is via lottery; watch for the summer opening
- •Pre-race visits: The Bund, Yu Garden, French Concession, and Shanghai Tower
- •Shanghai's metro system is extensive — stay anywhere along Line 1 or 2
China PremierPlatinum LabelThe BundInternational City