Asia Marathon Calendar 2026: 170+ Races, Dates & Registration

Last updated: 28 June 2026
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🌏 Asia Marathon Calendar 2026–2027

Over 170 marathons & running events across Asia for 2026 and into the 2027 season — from India’s Himalayan ultras to Tokyo’s World Major, China’s mega-city circuit, Bali’s Elite-Label race, Bangkok night runs, Everest Base Camp, Silk Road marathons in Central Asia and Sri Lanka’s coastline. Use the filters below to find your next adventure by region.

170Total Events
106Upcoming
18+Countries
45India Events
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🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
✓ Completed
Ho Chi Minh City Marathon
📅 Jan 11, 2026
📍 Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
FullHalf10K
Event Completed
🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
✓ Completed
Bhatiary International Marathon
📅 Jan 1, 2026
📍 Bangladesh
FullHalf
Event Completed
🇨🇳 China
✓ Completed Platinum Label
C&D Xiamen Marathon
📅 Jan 11, 2026
📍 Xiamen, China
Full
Event Completed
🇨🇳 China
✓ Completed
Chang’an Chongqing Marathon
📅 Jan 18, 2026
📍 Chongqing, China
FullHalf
Event Completed
🇮🇳 India
✓ Completed Gold Label
Tata Mumbai Marathon
📅 Jan 18, 2026
📍 Mumbai, India
FullHalf10K
Event Completed
🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
✓ Completed
Chombeung Marathon
📅 Jan 2026
📍 Thailand
FullHalf
Event Completed
🇮🇳 India
✓ Completed
JBG Durgapur Marathon
📅 Jan 2026
📍 Durgapur, India
FullHalf
Event Completed
🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
✓ Completed
Buriram Marathon
📅 Jan 24, 2026
📍 Buriram, Thailand
FullHalf
Event Completed
🇮🇳 India
✓ Completed
Bodh Gaya Marathon
📅 Jan 2026
📍 Bodh Gaya, India
FullHalf10K
Event Completed
🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
✓ Completed
Subang Jaya Half Marathon
📅 Feb 8, 2026
📍 Subang Jaya, Malaysia
Half10K
Event Completed
🇮🇳 India
✓ Completed
Union Bank Thane Half Marathon
📅 Feb 8, 2026
📍 Thane, India
Half
Event Completed
🇮🇳 India
✓ Completed
Manipal Marathon
📅 Feb 8, 2026
📍 Manipal, India
FullHalf10K
Event Completed
🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
✓ Completed
KL Borneo Half Marathon
📅 Feb 8, 2026
📍 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Half
Event Completed
🇮🇳 India
✓ Completed
Bordermen Marathon
📅 Feb 22, 2026
📍 Amritsar, India
FullHalf
Event Completed
🇮🇳 India
✓ Completed Boston Qualifier
Apollo Tyres New Delhi Marathon
📅 Feb 22, 2026
📍 New Delhi, India
FullHalf
Event Completed
🇮🇳 India
✓ Completed
Calicut Half Marathon
📅 Feb 22, 2026
📍 Kozhikode, Kerala
Half10K
Event Completed
🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
✓ Completed AIMS & WA Certified
Osaka Marathon
📅 Feb 22, 2026
📍 Osaka, Japan
Full8.8K
Event Completed
🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
✓ Completed 🏆 Elite BQ-Entry
Beppu-Oita Mainichi Marathon
📅 Feb 1, 2026
📍 Oita, Japan
Full
Event Completed
🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
✓ Completed 🏯 Castle Course
Kumamoto Castle Marathon
📅 Feb 15, 2026
📍 Kumamoto, Japan
FullHalf
Event Completed
🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
✓ Completed
Daegu Marathon
📅 Feb 22, 2026
📍 Daegu, South Korea
Full
Event Completed
🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
✓ Completed 🏆 World Marathon Major
Tokyo Marathon 2026
📅 Mar 1, 2026
📍 Tokyo, Japan
Full
Event Completed
🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
✓ Completed 👩 World’s Largest Women-Only
Nagoya Women’s Marathon
📅 Mar 8, 2026
📍 Nagoya, Japan
Full
Event Completed
🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
✓ Completed 🛕 UNESCO Heritage
Kyoto Marathon
📅 Mar 8, 2026
📍 Kyoto, Japan
Full
Event Completed
🇨🇳 China
✓ Completed
Chongqing International Marathon
📅 Mar 1, 2026
📍 Chongqing, China
FullHalf
Event Completed
🇨🇳 China
✓ Completed
Wuhan Marathon
📅 Mar 22, 2026
📍 Wuhan, China
FullHalf
Event Completed
🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
✓ Completed
KL Night Run
📅 Mar 7, 2026
📍 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
10K5K
Event Completed
🇹🇼 Taiwan & Hong Kong
✓ Completed
Nanshan Taipei Freeway Marathon
📅 Mar 8, 2026
📍 Taipei, Taiwan
FullHalf
Event Completed
🇹🇼 Taiwan & Hong Kong
✓ Completed
Lantau 70 Ultra
📅 Mar 14, 2026
📍 Hong Kong
UltraHalf
Event Completed
🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
✓ Completed
Vietnam Ultra Marathon
📅 Mar 14, 2026
📍 Hoa Binh, Vietnam
Ultra
Event Completed
🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
✓ Completed 🏅 2nd-Oldest Marathon
Seoul Marathon (Dong-A)
📅 Mar 15, 2026
📍 Seoul, South Korea
FullHalf
Event Completed
🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
✓ Completed
Danang International Marathon
📅 Mar 22, 2026
📍 Danang, Vietnam
FullHalf10K
Event Completed
🏔️ Nepal & Bhutan
✓ Completed
Lumbini Peace Marathon
📅 Mar 22, 2026
📍 Lumbini, Nepal
FullHalf
Event Completed
🇨🇳 China
✓ Completed
Wuxi Marathon
📅 Mar 22, 2026
📍 Wuxi, China
FullHalf
Event Completed
🇮🇳 India
✓ Completed
Gurugram Grand Half Marathon
📅 Mar 22, 2026
📍 Gurugram, India
Half10K
Event Completed
🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
✓ Completed
Bali Backyard Ultra
📅 Mar 28, 2026
📍 Bali, Indonesia
Ultra
Event Completed
🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
✓ Completed
Nha Trang Marathon
📅 Mar 29, 2026
📍 Nha Trang, Vietnam
FullHalf
Event Completed
🇨🇳 China
✓ Completed
Dalian Marathon
📅 Mar 29, 2026
📍 Dalian, China
FullHalf
Event Completed
🇮🇳 India
✓ Completed
Ironwings Marathon
📅 Apr 4, 2026
📍 Gurugram, India
FullHalf
Event Completed
🇮🇳 India
✓ Completed
Silk Route Ultra Trail
📅 Apr 11, 2026
📍 India
100K
Event Completed
🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
✓ Completed
HKL Fun Run
📅 Apr 11, 2026
📍 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
10K5K
Event Completed
🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
✓ Completed
Bumi Run
📅 Apr 12, 2026
📍 Shah Alam, Malaysia
10K5K
Event Completed
🗺️ Central Asia
✓ Completed
Tashkent Marathon
📅 Apr 13, 2026
📍 Tashkent, Uzbekistan
FullHalf10K
Event Completed
🗺️ Central Asia
✓ Completed
Almaty Half Marathon
📅 Apr 19, 2026
📍 Almaty, Kazakhstan
Half10K
Event Completed
🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
✓ Completed
TiTi Ultra
📅 Apr 24, 2026
📍 Hulu Langat, Malaysia
Ultra
Event Completed
🇮🇳 India
✓ Completed
Kalimpong Ultramarathon
📅 Apr 24, 2026
📍 Kalimpong, India
UltraFullHalf
Event Completed
🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
✓ Completed
Perlis International Marathon
📅 Apr 25, 2026
📍 Kangar, Malaysia
FullHalf
Event Completed
🇮🇳 India
✓ Completed
TCS World 10K Bengaluru
📅 Apr 26, 2026
📍 Bengaluru, India
10KOpen 10K
Event Completed
🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
✓ Completed 🌸 Spring Classic
Nagano Marathon
📅 Apr 19, 2026
📍 Nagano, Japan
Full
Event Completed
🇮🇳 India
✓ Completed
Gurugram Grand Half Marathon (May)
📅 May 9, 2026
📍 Gurugram, India
Half10K
Event Completed
🇮🇳 India
✓ Completed
Shimla Mashobra Marathon
📅 May 9, 2026
📍 Shimla, India
FullHalf
Event Completed
🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
✓ Completed
Hua Hin Marathon
📅 May 10, 2026
📍 Hua Hin, Thailand
FullHalf
Event Completed
🇹🇼 Taiwan & Hong Kong
✓ Completed 🌙 Night Race
Taipei Starlight Marathon
📅 May 16, 2026
📍 Taipei, Taiwan
FullHalf
Event Completed
🇨🇳 China
✓ Completed 🏆 Bucket List
Great Wall Marathon (Spring)
📅 May 17, 2026
📍 Beijing, China
FullHalf
Event Completed
🇨🇳 China
✓ Completed
Lanzhou Marathon
📅 May 24, 2026
📍 Lanzhou, China
FullHalf
Event Completed
🏔️ Nepal & Bhutan
✓ Completed 🏔️ Himalayan
Thunder Dragon Marathon
📅 May 24, 2026
📍 Bhutan
FullHalf
Event Completed
🏔️ Nepal & Bhutan
✓ Completed 🏔️ World’s Highest Start
Tenzing Hillary Everest Marathon
📅 May 29, 2026
📍 Everest Base Camp, Nepal
FullHalf
Event Completed
🇮🇳 India
✓ Completed
Patnitop Marathon
📅 May 31, 2026
📍 Patnitop, J&K, India
Half10K
Event Completed
🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
✓ Completed
Khaokho Marathon
📅 May 31, 2026
📍 Phetchabun, Thailand
FullHalf
Event Completed
🗺️ Central Asia
✓ Completed
Astana Half Marathon
📅 May 31, 2026
📍 Astana, Kazakhstan
Half10K
Event Completed
🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
✓ Completed
UTSG Ultra Trail Singapore
📅 Jun 5, 2026
📍 Singapore
Ultra
Event Completed
🇮🇳 India
✓ Completed
Shimla Ultra
📅 Jun 6, 2026
📍 Shimla, India
UltraFull
Event Completed
🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
✓ Completed
Jeju Marathon
📅 Jun 7, 2026
📍 Jeju, South Korea
FullHalf
Event Completed
🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
✓ Completed
Manila Marathon
📅 Jun 12–13, 2026
📍 Manila, Philippines
FullHalf
Event Completed
🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
✓ Completed 🏖️ Beach Resort Race
Laguna Phuket Marathon
📅 Jun 13–14, 2026
📍 Phuket, Thailand
FullHalf10K
Event Completed
📅 June 2026
🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
🟢 Upcoming
ALEPS Ekiden Relay
📅 Jun 19, 2026
📍 Sepang, Malaysia
Relay
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🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
🟢 Upcoming
Asahikawa Marathon
📅 Jun 27, 2026
📍 Asahikawa, Japan
FullHalf10K
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🇮🇳 India
🟢 Upcoming
Mysuru Run
📅 Jun 28, 2026
📍 Mysuru, Karnataka, India
Half10K5K
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🇮🇳 India
🟢 Upcoming
Mumbai Junior Miler Run
📅 Jun 30, 2026
📍 Mumbai, India
Youth
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📅 July 2026
🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
🟢 Upcoming
Bangkok Half Marathon
📅 Jul 5, 2026
📍 Bangkok, Thailand
Half10K5K
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🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
🟢 Upcoming 🏔️ Mountain Course
Tsumagoi Mountain Marathon
📅 Jul 5, 2026
📍 Tsumagoi, Japan
FullHalf
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🇮🇳 India
🟢 Upcoming 🏔️ World’s Highest Road
Ladakh Umlingla Challenge
📅 Jul 10, 2026
📍 Leh, Ladakh, India
Half
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🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
🟢 Upcoming
Amazing Thailand Pattaya Marathon
📅 Jul 19, 2026
📍 Pattaya, Thailand
FullHalf10K
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📅 August 2026
🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
🟢 Upcoming
Nongkhai Running Festival
📅 Aug 1, 2026
📍 Nongkhai, Thailand
FullHalf10K
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🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
🟢 Upcoming 🛕 UNESCO Heritage
Angkor Empire Marathon
📅 Aug 2, 2026
📍 Siem Reap, Cambodia
FullHalf
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🇮🇳 India
🟢 Upcoming
Bajaj Pune Marathon
📅 Aug 2, 2026
📍 Pune, Maharashtra, India
FullHalf10K5K
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🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
🟢 Upcoming
EastWest Dream Run
📅 Aug 2, 2026
📍 Manila, Philippines
FullHalf10K
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🇮🇳 India
🟢 Upcoming ⛰️ Altitude
Mount Abu International Marathon
📅 Aug 16, 2026
📍 Mount Abu, Rajasthan, India
Half
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🗺️ Central Asia
🟢 Upcoming 🏔️ Pamir Trail
Dushanbe Ultra Trail
📅 Aug 17, 2026
📍 Dushanbe, Tajikistan
165K
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🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
🟢 Upcoming 🏆 World Athletics Elite Label
Maybank Marathon Bali
📅 Aug 21–23, 2026
📍 Gianyar, Bali, Indonesia
FullHalf10K
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🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
🟢 Upcoming
Songkhla Marathon
📅 Aug 22, 2026
📍 Songkhla, Thailand
FullHalf
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🇮🇳 India
🟢 Upcoming
Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon
📅 Aug 24, 2026
📍 Delhi, India
Half10K
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🇮🇳 India
🟢 Upcoming
NMDC Hyderabad Marathon
📅 Aug 29–30, 2026
📍 Hyderabad, India
FullHalf10K
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🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
🟢 Upcoming 🗾 Japan’s Premier Summer Race
Hokkaido Marathon
📅 Aug 30, 2026
📍 Sapporo, Japan
Full
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🇮🇳 India
🟢 Upcoming 🏔️ Remote Mountain
Spiti Marathon
📅 Aug 2026
📍 Spiti Valley, India
FullHalf
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📅 September 2026
🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
🟢 Upcoming
Merdeka Spirit Run
📅 Sep 5, 2026
📍 Kuching, Malaysia
10K5K
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🇮🇳 India
🟢 Upcoming ⛰️ Hill Course
Satara Hill Half Marathon
📅 Sep 6, 2026
📍 Satara, Maharashtra, India
Half
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🇮🇳 India
🟢 Upcoming 🏔️ World’s Highest Marathon
Ladakh Marathon & Ultra
📅 Sep 6–10, 2026
📍 Ladakh, India
UltraFullHalf
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🇮🇳 India
🟢 Upcoming
Youth First Marathon
📅 Sep 2026
📍 New Delhi, India
10K5K
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🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
🟢 Upcoming ⏱️ PB Performance Race
ASICS Meta:Time:Trials Thailand
📅 Sep 2026
📍 Bangkok, Thailand
10K
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🏔️ Nepal & Bhutan
🟢 Upcoming
Thimphu Marathon
📅 Sep 19, 2026
📍 Thimphu, Bhutan
FullHalf
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🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
🟢 Upcoming
Kluang Half Marathon
📅 Sep 19, 2026
📍 Kluang, Malaysia
Half
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🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
🟢 Upcoming
Malaysia Sarong Music Run
📅 Sep 19, 2026
📍 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
10K5K
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🇮🇳 India
🟢 Upcoming
Wipro Bengaluru Marathon
📅 Sep 20, 2026
📍 Bengaluru, India
FullHalf10K
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🗺️ Central Asia
🟢 Upcoming
Galaxy Vladivostok Marathon
📅 Sep 26, 2026
📍 Vladivostok, Russia
FullHalf
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🗺️ Central Asia
🟢 Upcoming 🏆 Largest in Central Asia
Almaty Marathon
📅 Sep 27, 2026
📍 Almaty, Kazakhstan
FullHalf
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🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
🟢 Upcoming
Kuching Marathon
📅 Sep 27, 2026
📍 Kuching, Malaysia
FullHalf
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🇮🇳 India
🟢 Upcoming
Chandigarh Half Marathon
📅 Sep 28, 2026
📍 Chandigarh, India
Half10K
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🗺️ Central Asia
🟢 Upcoming
Bishkek International Marathon
📅 Sep 2026
📍 Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
FullHalf10K
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📅 October 2026
🇮🇳 India
🟢 Upcoming
Sarmang Dehradun Marathon
📅 Oct 4, 2026
📍 Dehradun, India
FullHalf
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🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
🟢 Upcoming 🏝️ Coastal Course, AIMS Certified
LSR Colombo Marathon
📅 Oct 4, 2026
📍 Colombo, Sri Lanka
FullHalf10K5K
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🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
🟢 Upcoming 🏆 Premier SE Asia
KL Standard Chartered Marathon
📅 Oct 4, 2026
📍 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
FullHalf10K
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🏔️ Nepal & Bhutan
🟢 Upcoming
Kathmandu Marathon
📅 Oct 10–11, 2026
📍 Kathmandu, Nepal
FullHalf10K
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🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
🟢 Upcoming 🏛️ Historic Capital
Gyeongju Marathon
📅 Oct 17, 2026
📍 Gyeongju, South Korea
Full
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🇮🇳 India
🟢 Upcoming 🏔️ AIMS Certified
Tawang Marathon
📅 Oct 24, 2026
📍 Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh
FullHalf10K5K
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🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
🟢 Upcoming 🗾 Iconic Waterfront Course
Yokohama Marathon
📅 Oct 25, 2026
📍 Yokohama, Japan
FullHalf
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🇨🇳 China
🟢 Upcoming
Great Wall Marathon (Autumn)
📅 Oct 25, 2026
📍 Beijing, China
FullHalf
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🗺️ Central Asia
🟢 Upcoming 🏛️ Silk Road
Turkistan Marathon
📅 Oct 25, 2026
📍 Turkistan, Kazakhstan
FullHalf
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🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
🟢 Upcoming
Jakarta Running Festival
📅 Oct 25, 2026
📍 Jakarta, Indonesia
FullHalf
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🇮🇳 India
🟢 Upcoming
Kochi Marathon
📅 Oct 25, 2026
📍 Kochi, Kerala, India
FullHalf10K
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🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
🟢 Upcoming 🍁 Autumn Classic
Chuncheon Marathon
📅 Oct 25, 2026
📍 Chuncheon, South Korea
FullHalf
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🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
🟢 Upcoming
Techcombank Hanoi Marathon
📅 Oct 2026
📍 Hanoi, Vietnam
FullHalf
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🇨🇳 China
🟢 Upcoming
Chengdu Marathon
📅 Oct 2026
📍 Chengdu, China
FullHalf
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🇨🇳 China
🟢 Upcoming 🏞️ West Lake Course
Hangzhou Marathon
📅 Oct 2026
📍 Hangzhou, China
FullHalf
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🇮🇳 India
🟢 Upcoming 🏔️ Mountain Ultra
Darjeeling Mountain Ultra
📅 Oct 29–31, 2026
📍 Darjeeling, West Bengal, India
50K100K100mi
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🇨🇳 China
🟢 Upcoming
Changsha Marathon
📅 Oct 30, 2026
📍 Changsha, China
FullHalf
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🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
🟢 Upcoming 🏯 Easy Direct Entry
Kanazawa Marathon
📅 Oct 2026
📍 Kanazawa, Japan
Full
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📅 November 2026
🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
🟢 Upcoming 🗾 Iconic Osaka Course
Osaka Lake Biwa Marathon
📅 Nov 1, 2026
📍 Osaka, Japan
Full
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🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
🟢 Upcoming 🇰🇷 Korea’s Premier Race
JTBC Seoul Marathon
📅 Nov 1, 2026
📍 Seoul, South Korea
Full10K
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🇨🇳 China
🟢 Upcoming 🏆 Gold Label
Beijing Marathon
📅 Nov 1, 2026
📍 Beijing, China
Full
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🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
🟢 Upcoming 🏆 Historic Elite Race
Fukuoka Marathon
📅 Nov 8, 2026
📍 Fukuoka, Japan
Full
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🇨🇳 China
🟢 Upcoming
Nanchang Marathon
📅 Nov 8, 2026
📍 Nanchang, China
FullHalf
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🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
🟢 Upcoming 🌊 Harbour & Mountain Views
Kobe Marathon
📅 Nov 2026
📍 Kobe, Japan
Full
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🇨🇳 China
🟢 Upcoming 🏞️ Scenic Karst
Guilin Marathon
📅 Nov 15, 2026
📍 Guilin, China
FullHalf
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🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
🟢 Upcoming
Song Hong Half Marathon
📅 Nov 15, 2026
📍 Hanoi, Vietnam
Half10K5K
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🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
🟢 Upcoming
Saitama International Marathon
📅 Nov 15, 2026
📍 Saitama, Japan
Full
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🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
🟢 Upcoming
RSAWIT Marathon
📅 Nov 21, 2026
📍 Sibu, Malaysia
FullHalf
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🇨🇳 China
🟢 Upcoming
Huangshi Marathon
📅 Nov 22, 2026
📍 Huangshi, China
FullHalf
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🇨🇳 China
🟢 Upcoming
Nanjing Marathon
📅 Nov 22, 2026
📍 Nanjing, China
FullHalf
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🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
🟢 Upcoming
Seoul Half Marathon
📅 Nov 22, 2026
📍 Seoul, South Korea
Half
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🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
🟢 Upcoming
Jolshiri RunBangla Marathon
📅 Nov 27, 2026
📍 Bangladesh
FullHalf
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🇮🇳 India
🟢 Upcoming
Jaipur Marathon
📅 Nov 29, 2026
📍 Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
FullHalf10K
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🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
🟢 Upcoming
Amazing Thailand Marathon Bangkok
📅 Nov 2026
📍 Bangkok, Thailand
FullHalf10K
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🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
🟢 Upcoming 🛕 Temple Backdrop
Borobudur Marathon
📅 Nov 2026
📍 Java, Indonesia
FullHalf
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🇮🇳 India
🟢 Upcoming
JBG Kolkata Marathon
📅 Nov 2026
📍 Kolkata, India
FullHalf
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🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
🟢 Upcoming
Korat Marathon
📅 Nov 2026
📍 Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand
FullHalf
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🏔️ Nepal & Bhutan
🟢 Upcoming
Nepalgunj Marathon
📅 Nov 2026
📍 Nepalgunj, Nepal
FullHalf
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🇮🇳 India
🟢 Upcoming
Adani Ahmedabad Marathon
📅 Nov 2026
📍 Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
FullHalf10K5K
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🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
🟢 Upcoming 🏝️ Tropical Island
Yoron Island Marathon
📅 Nov 2026
📍 Yoron, Kagoshima, Japan
FullHalf
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📅 December 2026
🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
🟢 Upcoming 🏆 SE Asia Major
Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon
📅 Dec 6, 2026
📍 Singapore
FullHalf10K
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🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
🟢 Upcoming 🏆 Vietnam’s Largest Race
Techcombank HCMC International Marathon
📅 Dec 6, 2026
📍 Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
FullHalf10K5K
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🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
🟢 Upcoming 🛕 UNESCO Temple Course
Angkor Wat International Half Marathon
📅 Dec 6, 2026
📍 Siem Reap, Cambodia
Half10KKids
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🇨🇳 China
🟢 Upcoming 🏆 Majors Candidate
Shanghai Marathon
📅 Dec 6, 2026
📍 Shanghai, China
FullHalf
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🇨🇳 China
🟢 Upcoming
Shenzhen Marathon
📅 Dec 6, 2026
📍 Shenzhen, China
FullHalf
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🇨🇳 China
🟢 Upcoming
Macau International Marathon
📅 Dec 6, 2026
📍 Macau, China
FullHalf5K
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🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
🟢 Upcoming 🦌 Scenic Heritage City
Nara Marathon
📅 Dec 13, 2026
📍 Nara, Japan
Full
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🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
🟢 Upcoming 🏝️ Tropical Okinawa
Naha Marathon
📅 Dec 13, 2026
📍 Okinawa, Japan
Full
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🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
🟢 Upcoming 🌊 Coastal Course
Shonan International Marathon
📅 Dec 2026
📍 Kanagawa, Japan
FullHalf
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🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
🟢 Upcoming 🏅 One of Japan’s Oldest
Hofu Yomiuri Marathon
📅 Dec 2026
📍 Hofu, Yamaguchi, Japan
Full
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🇹🇼 Taiwan & Hong Kong
🟢 Upcoming 🏆 Gold Label
Standard Chartered Taipei Marathon
📅 Dec 2026
📍 Taipei, Taiwan
FullHalf11K
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🇨🇳 China
🟢 Upcoming Gold Label
Guangzhou Marathon
📅 Dec 20, 2026
📍 Guangzhou, China
FullHalf
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🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
🟢 Upcoming
Chiang Mai Marathon
📅 Dec 20, 2026
📍 Chiang Mai, Thailand
FullHalf10K
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🇮🇳 India
🟢 Upcoming 🌙 Night Race
Bengaluru Midnight Marathon
📅 Dec 2026
📍 Bengaluru, India
FullHalf10K5K
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🇮🇳 India
🟢 Upcoming
Pune International Marathon
📅 Dec 2026
📍 Pune, India
FullHalf10K5K
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🇮🇳 India
🟢 Upcoming 🏖️ Riverside Course
Goa River Marathon
📅 Dec 2026
📍 Chicalim, Goa, India
FullHalf10K5K
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🇮🇳 India
🟢 Upcoming
Tata Steel World 25K Kolkata
📅 Dec 2026
📍 Kolkata, India
25K10K
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🇮🇳 India
🟢 Upcoming
Vadodara Marathon
📅 Dec 2026
📍 Vadodara, Gujarat, India
FullHalf10K5K
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🗺️ Central Asia
🟢 Upcoming 🏛️ Silk Road
Samarkand Marathon
📅 Dec 2026
📍 Samarkand, Uzbekistan
FullHalf
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🇹🇼 Taiwan & Hong Kong
🟢 Upcoming
Taichung International Marathon
📅 Dec 2026
📍 Taichung, Taiwan
FullHalf
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🇹🇼 Taiwan & Hong Kong
🟢 Upcoming
Kaohsiung Marathon
📅 Dec 2026
📍 Kaohsiung, Taiwan
FullHalf
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📅 January 2027
🇹🇼 Taiwan & Hong Kong
🟢 Upcoming 🏆 Gold Label, Harbour Tunnels
Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon
📅 Jan 17, 2027
📍 Hong Kong
FullHalf10K
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🇮🇳 India
🟢 Upcoming 🏆 Gold Label
Tata Mumbai Marathon 2027
📅 Jan 17, 2027
📍 Mumbai, India
FullHalf10K
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🇨🇳 China
🟢 Upcoming 💎 Platinum Label
C&D Xiamen Marathon 2027
📅 Jan 2027
📍 Xiamen, China
Full
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🌴 SE Asia & Sri Lanka
🟢 Upcoming
Ho Chi Minh City Marathon 2027
📅 Jan 2027
📍 Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
FullHalf10K
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📅 February 2027
🇮🇳 India
🟢 Upcoming 🏅 Boston Qualifier
Bodh Gaya Marathon 2027
📅 Feb 14, 2027
📍 Bodh Gaya, India
FullHalf10K5K
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🇮🇳 India
🟢 Upcoming 🏅 Boston Qualifier
Apollo Tyres New Delhi Marathon 2027
📅 Feb 2027
📍 New Delhi, India
FullHalf
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🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
🟢 Upcoming 🏆 Elite BQ-Entry
Beppu-Oita Mainichi Marathon 2027
📅 Feb 7, 2027
📍 Oita, Japan
Full
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🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
🟢 Upcoming
Daegu Marathon 2027
📅 Feb 21, 2027
📍 Daegu, South Korea
Full
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📅 March 2027
🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
🟢 Upcoming 🏆 World Marathon Major — 20th Edition
Tokyo Marathon 2027
📅 Mar 7, 2027
📍 Tokyo, Japan
Full
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🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
🟢 Upcoming 👩 World’s Largest Women-Only
Nagoya Women’s Marathon 2027
📅 Mar 14, 2027
📍 Nagoya, Japan
Full
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🇯🇵 Japan / 🇰🇷 Korea
🟢 Upcoming 🏅 2nd-Oldest Marathon
Seoul Marathon 2027 (Dong-A)
📅 Mar 21, 2027
📍 Seoul, South Korea
FullHalf
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TL;DR: Asia’s 2026 marathon calendar runs from January through December across 15+ countries. Upcoming highlights include the Ladakh Marathon (September, world’s highest altitude road marathon), Singapore Marathon (December, SE Asia’s biggest), Angkor Wat International Half Marathon (December, UNESCO temple course), and the LSR Colombo Marathon (October, new Sri Lanka coastal race). Indian runners have visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to Singapore, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Thailand and Malaysia — all with strong race calendars and short flight times from major Indian cities.

Best Asian Marathons for Indian Runners in 2026

Running a marathon outside India is a goal for many Indian runners — the combination of a race medal and international travel is hard to beat. Asia offers the easiest options: short flights, familiar food, manageable time zones, and races that welcome large Indian runner contingents. Here are the FM picks based on accessibility, course quality, and value for Indian runners — all still open for 2026.

🏆 FM Top Pick

Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon

📅 December 6, 2026  |  📍 Singapore

The easiest international marathon for Indian runners. No visa required, direct flights from Delhi/Mumbai under 6 hours, large Indian running community already registered. Flat, fast course through Marina Bay and Orchard Road. Full, half and 10K options.

🏝️ New Pick

LSR Colombo Marathon

📅 October 4, 2026  |  📍 Colombo, Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is visa-on-arrival for Indian passport holders, and direct flights from Chennai and Bengaluru run under 2 hours. The AIMS-certified course follows the coastline north from Colombo to Negombo Beach, passing fishing villages and colonial heritage. Full, half, 10K and 5K categories. Excellent value compared to Singapore or Japan.

🛕 Bucket List

Angkor Wat International Half Marathon

📅 December 6, 2026  |  📍 Siem Reap, Cambodia

One of Asia’s most iconic race experiences — a flat course through the UNESCO Angkor Archaeological Park at dawn, passing 14 ancient temples including Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom. Cambodia is e-visa for Indians ($36 online). Siem Reap is a short hop from Bangkok. A humanitarian race supporting landmine victims since 1996.

🛕 Heritage Race

Angkor Empire Marathon

📅 August 2, 2026  |  📍 Siem Reap, Cambodia

Running through a UNESCO World Heritage site at dawn — past Angkor Wat, Bayon and Ta Prohm — is unlike any other race experience. Cambodia is e-visa for Indians, Siem Reap is a short hop from Bangkok. Humidity is high in August; pace conservatively. Full and half marathon options.

🏔️ High Altitude

Kathmandu Marathon

📅 October 10–11, 2026  |  📍 Kathmandu, Nepal

Nepal is the easiest international destination for Indian runners — no passport needed, just your Aadhaar or voter ID. Kathmandu Marathon runs through the historic Patan and Boudhanath areas. October weather is ideal: cool, clear post-monsoon skies. Full, half and 10K categories available.

🌊 City Race

KL Standard Chartered Marathon

📅 October 4, 2026  |  📍 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Malaysia is visa-free for Indians (30 days). KL is a 4–5 hour direct flight from most Indian metros. The course passes the Petronas Twin Towers — an iconic backdrop for race photos. Large Indian Tamil-speaking community makes navigation easy. Full, half and 10K categories.

Asia Marathon Travel Comparison for Indian Runners

Use this table to compare key factors when planning your first international marathon from India.

Race / CityVisa for IndiansFlight from DelhiBest DistanceDifficultyBudget (Approx)
Singapore Marathon✅ Visa-free~5.5 hrs directFull / Half⭐⭐ Easy₹60,000–90,000
Kathmandu Marathon✅ No passport needed~1.5 hrs directFull / Half⭐⭐ Easy₹25,000–40,000
LSR Colombo Marathon✅ Visa on arrival~2 hrs (Chennai/BLR)Full / Half⭐⭐ Easy₹30,000–50,000
KL Marathon✅ Visa-free (30 days)~5 hrs directFull / Half⭐⭐ Easy₹50,000–75,000
Angkor Wat HM⚠️ e-Visa ($36)~5 hrs via BangkokHalf⭐⭐⭐ Moderate₹55,000–80,000
Angkor Empire Marathon⚠️ e-Visa ($36)~5 hrs via BangkokHalf⭐⭐⭐ Moderate₹55,000–80,000
Tokyo Marathon⚠️ Visa required~7 hrs directFull⭐⭐⭐ Moderate₹1,20,000–2,00,000

Budget estimates include return flights, 4 nights accommodation and race entry. Prices approximate for 2026 — verify current visa rules before booking.

Asia Marathon Calendar by Month — What’s Running When

Here’s a quick guide to Asia’s marathon season so you can plan your race year at a glance.

January – March: Peak Season (India & China)

The first quarter is dominated by India’s major city marathons — Tata Mumbai (January), Apollo Delhi (February) — and China’s early-season races including Xiamen and Chongqing. Japan’s Osaka Marathon (February) and Tokyo Marathon (March) are the Asian headline acts. Weather is ideal across South Asia and Southeast Asia.

April – June: Himalayan & Adventure Season

As India heats up, the Himalayan races begin. The Tenzing Hillary Everest Marathon (May) and Lumbini Peace Marathon (March) define this window. Southeast Asia’s night races and beach marathons — Taipei Starlight, Laguna Phuket — fill the calendar. The Great Wall Marathon in May is a bucket-list staple for runners visiting China.

July – August: Southeast Asia & Ladakh

India’s mountain races dominate July and August — Ladakh Umlingla Challenge, Spiti Marathon, and the NMDC Hyderabad Marathon. Cambodia’s Angkor Empire Marathon (August) is a highlight for heritage-seekers. Humidity is high across Southeast Asia but races continue in Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore.

September – October: India’s Prime Season

Post-monsoon India delivers its best running weather. Wipro Bengaluru Marathon (September), Tawang Marathon (October) and the Ladakh Marathon are all clustered in this window. Japan’s Yokohama Marathon (October) and South Korea’s JTBC Seoul Marathon (November) make this the best time for a Japan or Korea race trip. October also brings the LSR Colombo Marathon in Sri Lanka and the KL Standard Chartered Marathon — both strong options for Indian runners seeking a quick international race.

November – December: Grand Finale

Asia’s biggest finish — Singapore Marathon (December) closes the year as the continent’s flagship race. December 6 alone is a bumper day: Singapore, Ho Chi Minh City’s Techcombank International Marathon, the Angkor Wat International Half Marathon, Shanghai and Shenzhen all fall on the same date. China’s marathon circuit peaks with Nanjing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Shenzhen all running in November–December. Japan’s Nara Marathon and Fukuoka round out the Japanese calendar. India’s Bengaluru Midnight Marathon, Pune International and Goa River Marathon complete the domestic season.

Frequently Asked Questions — Asia Marathons 2026

What is the biggest marathon in Asia?

The Tokyo Marathon is Asia’s biggest and most prestigious marathon, attracting over 38,000 runners annually. It is one of the six Abbott World Marathon Majors and typically sells out through a lottery. Other major Asian marathons include the Seoul Marathon, Singapore Marathon and Wipro Bengaluru Marathon.

Which is the highest marathon in Asia?

The Tenzing Hillary Everest Marathon in Nepal is the world’s highest marathon, starting at Everest Base Camp at an altitude of 5,364 metres. The Ladakh Marathon in India is the world’s highest road marathon, held at approximately 3,500 metres altitude in Leh, Ladakh, every September.

Can Indian runners participate in the Tokyo Marathon?

Yes, Indian runners can enter the Tokyo Marathon through the general lottery or via charity and travel package entries. A Japanese visa is required for Indian passport holders — apply through the Japanese Embassy or consulate at least 4–6 weeks before travel. Entry fees are approximately ¥16,500 (around ₹9,000) for general runners.

Which Asian marathon is easiest for Indian runners to travel to?

Nepal is the easiest — Indian citizens do not need a passport or visa, just an Aadhaar card or voter ID. The Kathmandu Marathon (October) and Tenzing Hillary Everest Marathon (May) are the top options. Singapore (visa-free, direct flights) and Sri Lanka (visa on arrival, under 2 hours from South India) are the next easiest for Indian runners seeking an international race experience.

When is the Singapore Marathon 2026?

The Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon 2026 is scheduled for December 6, 2026. It is Southeast Asia’s largest running event with full marathon, half marathon and 10K categories. Registration typically opens mid-year through the official Singapore Marathon website.

What is the best time of year to run a marathon in Asia?

For most of Asia, October to March is the ideal marathon window — cooler temperatures, lower humidity and clear skies. Japan’s best marathon weather is February to March (Osaka, Tokyo). India’s prime season is September to February. Southeast Asia’s beach marathons run year-round but June–August are the most active months in Thailand and Malaysia.

How many marathons are there in Asia in 2026?

There are over 126 marathons and running events tracked on this page alone, spanning 15+ countries including India, Japan, South Korea, China, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Cambodia, Indonesia and more. India alone accounts for over 40 of these events across the full calendar year.

🇮🇳 Resources for Indian Runners

🗺️ FatMarathoner Race Guides — Asia

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