Race day
18
Jan 2026
Past eventThe 2026 Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon took place on January 18, 2026. The details below are kept for reference and results.
Asia's Most Iconic City Marathon.
Provenance ledger
Every fact, and where it came from
| Field | Value | Source | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Date | Sunday 18 January 2026Curated listing · 20 May 2026 | Curated listing | 20 May 2026 |
| Start time | 05:45 local (Asia/Hong Kong)Curated listing · 20 May 2026 | Curated listing | 20 May 2026 |
| Distances | Full Marathon · Half Marathon · 10KCurated listing · 20 May 2026 | Curated listing | 20 May 2026 |
| Location | Hong KongCurated listing · 20 May 2026 | Curated listing | 20 May 2026 |
| Start area | Tsim Sha Tsui, Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong KongConfirm the exact start with the organizerCurated listing · 20 May 2026 | Curated listing | 20 May 2026 |
| Entry price | HKD 450–HKD 800Curated listing · 20 May 2026 | Curated listing | 20 May 2026 |
| Course | Road · Point to point · World Athletics certifiedCurated listing · 20 May 2026 | Curated listing | 20 May 2026 |
| Elevation gain | 80 mCurated listing · 20 May 2026 | Curated listing | 20 May 2026 |
| Field size | About 74,000 runners (typical field)Curated listing · 20 May 2026 | Curated listing | 20 May 2026 |
| Boston qualifier | YesCurated listing · 20 May 2026 | Curated listing | 20 May 2026 |
| Organizer | Hong Kong Association of Athletics AffiliatesCurated listing · 20 May 2026 | Curated listing | 20 May 2026 |
| Official website | hkmarathon.comOrganizer · 20 May 2026 | Organizer | 20 May 2026 |
| Listing | Verified listingSunday Marathon review · 20 May 2026 | Sunday Marathon review | 20 May 2026 |
Source is where this listing’s facts came from. Where a field could not be confirmed we leave it blank rather than guess.
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Asia's most iconic marathon through Hong Kong's urban canyons with three harbour crossings.
Is this race a fit?
These notes are generated from listed Sunday Marathon race facts. They are meant for shortlisting and planning, not as a replacement for official organizer instructions.
Best For
Runners comparing a listed Boston qualifier
Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon belongs on the shortlist when you are comparing Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K options around Hong Kong and want the key date, location, registration, and course facts in one place.
Watch For
Confirm entry details before paying
A registration path is listed; review entry rules, refund terms, and transfer policies before paying.
Decision Signal
Performance claims need source checks
Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon should be evaluated as a full race-weekend choice in Hong Kong, not only as a date on a calendar. Start with road surface, point to point course, certified course, Boston qualifier listing. Weather notes are listed, so factor them into gear and pacing decisions.
- Date And Schedule
Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon is currently listed for January 18, 2026, which makes the January planning window important for training and travel. Recheck official timing before race week.
- Location Base
Plan around Hong Kong, then verify the exact start area, finish area, packet pickup, and post-race exit route before booking non-refundable travel.
- Course Fit
Listed course signals include road surface, point to point course, certified course, Boston qualifier listing. Use them to compare effort, pacing risk, and training fit before relying on the race for a specific goal.
- Entry Readiness
A registration path is listed; review entry rules, refund terms, and transfer policies before paying.
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