Race day
6
Dec 2026
Run the Bund - 30th Anniversary Edition.
Provenance ledger
Every fact, and where it came from
| Field | Value | Source | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Date | Sunday 6 December 2026Curated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Start time | 07:00 local (Asia/Shanghai)Curated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Distances | Full Marathon · 10K · 5KCurated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Location | Shanghai, ChinaCurated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Start area | The Bund, ShanghaiConfirm the exact start with the organizerCurated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Entry price | CNY 100–CNY 200Curated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Course | Road · Loop · World Athletics certifiedCurated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Elevation gain | 30 mCurated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Field size | About 38,000 runners (typical field)Curated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Boston qualifier | YesCurated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Organizer | Shanghai Sports BureauCurated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Official website | shmarathon.comOrganizer · 25 May 2026 | Organizer | 25 May 2026 |
| Listing | Verified listingSunday Marathon review · 25 May 2026 | Sunday Marathon review | 25 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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A World Athletics Platinum Label marathon along the Bund, celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2026.
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
Shanghai Marathon belongs on the shortlist when you are comparing Full Marathon, 10K, 5K options around Shanghai, China 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
Shanghai Marathon should be evaluated as a full race-weekend choice in Shanghai, China, not only as a date on a calendar. Start with road surface, loop course, certified course, Boston qualifier listing. Weather notes are listed, so factor them into gear and pacing decisions.
- Date And Schedule
Shanghai Marathon is currently listed for December 6, 2026, which makes the December planning window important for training and travel. Recheck official timing before race week.
- Location Base
Plan around Shanghai, China, 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, loop 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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