The Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon will return on Sunday, 18 January 2026, bringing one of Asia’s largest running festivals to the streets of Hong Kong. Participants can choose from several race options, including the full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, wheelchair categories, and community runs, ensuring accessibility for athletes of all levels. The course winds through the city’s bustling streets, harbour views, and urban landmarks, creating a vibrant atmosphere supported by enthusiastic crowds. With its scale, international field, and dynamic setting, it has become a flagship event on the global marathon calendar.
Races
The Hong Kong 10K race is set for Sunday, 18 January 2026 in Hong Kong as part of the Standard Chartered Marathon weekend. It offers a fast-paced road route—often starting at the Island Eastern Corridor—designed for runners aiming for a shorter, competitive distance within the event’s festival of races.
The Hong Kong Half Marathon (21.1 km) will take place on Sunday, 18 January 2026 in Hong Kong. It shares the same start at Nathan Road (outside The Mira) and finish area at Causeway Bay as the full marathon, offering a competitive option for runners seeking a shorter distance challenge.
The Hong Kong Marathon is set for Sunday, 18 January 2026 in Hong Kong. It courses through the city’s streets—starting from Nathan Road in Tsim Sha Tsui, spanning Kowloon, and crossing Stonecutters Bridge—before finishing in Victoria Park.
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FAQs
What is the Hong Kong Marathon 10K?
How long is the Hong Kong Marathon 10K?
Where does the Hong Kong Marathon 10K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Hong Kong Marathon 10K?
How can I prepare for the Hong Kong Marathon 10K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Hong Kong Marathon 10K?
The Hong Kong 10K race is set for Sunday, 18 January 2026 in Hong Kong as part of the Standard Chartered Marathon weekend. It offers a fast-paced road route—often starting at the Island Eastern Corridor—designed for runners aiming for a shorter, competitive distance within the event’s festival of races.
The Hong Kong Marathon 10K is 10km long.
The Hong Kong Marathon 10K takes place in Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong.
Runna classifies the Hong Kong Marathon 10K elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Hong Kong Marathon 10K?
The Hong Kong 10K race is set for Sunday, 18 January 2026 in Hong Kong as part of the Standard Chartered Marathon weekend. It offers a fast-paced road route—often starting at the Island Eastern Corridor—designed for runners aiming for a shorter, competitive distance within the event’s festival of races.
How long is the Hong Kong Marathon 10K?
The Hong Kong Marathon 10K is 10km long.
Where does the Hong Kong Marathon 10K take place?
The Hong Kong Marathon 10K takes place in Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong.
What is the elevation gain of the Hong Kong Marathon 10K?
Runna classifies the Hong Kong Marathon 10K elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Hong Kong Marathon 10K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Hong Kong Marathon 10K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Hong Kong Half Marathon?
How long is the Hong Kong Half Marathon?
Where does the Hong Kong Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Hong Kong Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Hong Kong Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Hong Kong Half Marathon?
The Hong Kong Half Marathon (21.1 km) will take place on Sunday, 18 January 2026 in Hong Kong. It shares the same start at Nathan Road (outside The Mira) and finish area at Causeway Bay as the full marathon, offering a competitive option for runners seeking a shorter distance challenge.
The Hong Kong Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Hong Kong Half Marathon takes place in Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong.
Runna classifies the Hong Kong Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Hong Kong Half Marathon?
The Hong Kong Half Marathon (21.1 km) will take place on Sunday, 18 January 2026 in Hong Kong. It shares the same start at Nathan Road (outside The Mira) and finish area at Causeway Bay as the full marathon, offering a competitive option for runners seeking a shorter distance challenge.
How long is the Hong Kong Half Marathon?
The Hong Kong Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Hong Kong Half Marathon take place?
The Hong Kong Half Marathon takes place in Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong.
What is the elevation gain of the Hong Kong Half Marathon?
Runna classifies the Hong Kong Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Hong Kong Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Hong Kong Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Hong Kong Marathon?
How long is the Hong Kong Marathon?
Where does the Hong Kong Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Hong Kong Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Hong Kong Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Hong Kong Marathon?
The Hong Kong Marathon is set for Sunday, 18 January 2026 in Hong Kong. It courses through the city’s streets—starting from Nathan Road in Tsim Sha Tsui, spanning Kowloon, and crossing Stonecutters Bridge—before finishing in Victoria Park.
The Hong Kong Marathon is 42km long.
The Hong Kong Marathon takes place in Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong.
The Hong Kong Marathon elevation gain is 120 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Hong Kong Marathon?
The Hong Kong Marathon is set for Sunday, 18 January 2026 in Hong Kong. It courses through the city’s streets—starting from Nathan Road in Tsim Sha Tsui, spanning Kowloon, and crossing Stonecutters Bridge—before finishing in Victoria Park.
How long is the Hong Kong Marathon?
The Hong Kong Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the Hong Kong Marathon take place?
The Hong Kong Marathon takes place in Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong.
What is the elevation gain of the Hong Kong Marathon?
The Hong Kong Marathon elevation gain is 120 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Hong Kong Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Hong Kong Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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