Gold
Shenzhen Marathon
Shenzhen · Dec 6, 2026
China's most dynamic tech hub hosts a modern, fast marathon. December Shenzhen is mild and dry. The course follows the city's main arterial road past miniature global landmarks and leafy coastal parks, showcasing the incredible transformation from fishing village to megacity.
Date
Dec 6, 2026
Difficulty
Moderate
Elevation
~100m elevation gain
Field Size
30,000 runners
Course
Starting from Civic Center, along Shennan Avenue, past Window of the World, Splendid China, and coastal park, finishing at the sports center
Tips
- •December temps around 15-24°C, mild winter — shorts and singlet weather
- •Pre-race visits: Window of the World, Splendid China, Dafen Oil Painting Village, OCT Loft
- •Local specialties: Cantonese dim sum, seafood, and innovative fusion cuisine
- •Shenzhen borders Hong Kong — easy to combine both cities in one trip
Tech HubWindow of the WorldDynamic CityPearl River Delta