Changsha Marathon
A 35,000-runner city event tracing both banks of the Xiang River, with Orange Isle, several bridge crossings, and a stadium finish in Changsha.
Quick facts
- Large ballot event with 18,000 places in the marathon field.
- Recent marathon or half-marathon completion evidence is required to enter the full.
- Riverfront route crosses Orange Isle and several bridges before the stadium finish.
- AIMS member marathon on a standard 42.195 km road course.
Is there a waitlist for the 2026 Changsha Marathon?
Direct entry for the 2026 Changsha Marathon is unavailable, but the official waitlist is open.
About the Changsha Marathon
Changsha Marathon is one of China's larger city races, with separate marathon and half-marathon fields selected through a ballot. The full marathon draws 18,000 runners and requires recent marathon or half-marathon completion evidence at entry.
Course
The marathon starts beside Du Fu Pavilion on Xiangjiang Middle Road, crosses Orange Isle, and works both banks of the Xiang River. Multiple bridge crossings and turns break up the rhythm before the route leaves the river for a finish outside Helong Stadium.
Race-day weather
Mid-November in Changsha is often cool and humid, with cloud cover and light rain both plausible. The riverside sections can feel breezy, while a clearer day can warm quickly once the field is exposed on the bridges.
Past Changsha Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, November 15, 2026 | Upcoming | — |
Changsha Marathon FAQ
When is the Changsha Marathon?
The 2026 Changsha Marathon is on Sunday, November 15, 2026.
Is there a waitlist for the 2026 Changsha Marathon?
Direct entry for the 2026 Changsha Marathon is unavailable, but the official waitlist is open. View the official registration details at marathonchangsha.com.
Is Changsha Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. Changsha Marathon is a Boston Marathon qualifier. To use the result, you must run the certified full-marathon course within the qualifying window and meet the current standard for your age and gender. Meeting the standard lets you apply but does not guarantee entry, and net-downhill courses can receive a time adjustment under current B.A.A. rules. Review the Boston qualifying times and downhill-course rules, or browse upcoming Boston qualifier marathons.
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