Runners take part in the 2025 Quzhou Marathon. [Photo/WeChat account: quzhoufb]

The 2026 Quzhou Marathon is scheduled for Nov 29 in Quzhou, Zhejiang province, with registration opening at 10 am on Sept 9.

A total of 15,000 places will be available, including 5,000 for the full marathon and 10,000 for the half marathon. If applications exceed the quotas, places will be allocated by lottery.

The race will start at 7:30 am, with the full marathon covering 42.195 kilometers. Entry fees are 150 yuan ($22.35) and 120 yuan, respectively.

The route will connect the city's historical and modern landmarks, including the Shuitingmen Historic and Cultural Block, giving runners a chance to experience Southern Confucian culture, the modern urban landscape, and riverside scenery.

Organized by the Quzhou municipal government, the race will integrate sports with culture and tourism resources