🇨🇳Chengdu, China
Chengdu Marathon
Expected March 2027
Distance
42.2 km
Elevation gain
95 m
Terrain
Road
Entry type
Lottery
PB potential
Excellent PB course — flat, fast, and well-paced
Beginner friendly
Great for newcomers — manageable course, strong support
About this race
Chengdu's marathon holds World Athletics Gold Label status and is one of China's most popular — a well-organised, gently rolling course through the capital of Sichuan Province and the home of the giant panda. The route runs through the Tianfu Greenway ecological corridor (China's largest urban greenway), along the Jinjiang River through Chengdu's historic teahouse and bamboo district, past the Wuhou Temple (the largest Three Kingdoms heritage site in China), through the Jinli Ancient Street, and along the modern Financial City skyline. March conditions of 12–19°C are spring Chengdu — mild and occasionally misty. Entry is by lottery; the race's reputation for excellent organisation and strong prize structure has driven massive demand. Chengdu's extraordinary hotpot and Sichuan cuisine makes the trip worthwhile regardless.
Typical race-day weather
Temperature
11–19°C
Humidity
65–75%
Conditions
Sichuan spring — mild and often overcast, good racing conditions
Wind
5–15 km/h
Qualifies for
Entry information
Next edition date estimated — confirm exact date with the official site.
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