The official schedule for the 2026 Bank of China Beijing Marathon has just been confirmed. Its starting time, course, key locations, brand‑new benefits, finisher medals and participant jerseys have all been unveiled.

Meanwhile, Chaoyang Binhe Half Marathon, an ideal event for autumn personal‑best attempts, opened registration today. It caters to both new runners and competitive athletes.

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The 2026 Bank of China Beijing Marathon and National Marathon Championships will kick off at 7:30 on October 18 at Tian'anmen Square, and finish on the Landscape Avenue in the central area of the Olympic Park. The event will cap at 32,000 runners.

Finisher medals and participant jerseys for the event have been unveiled. The organizing committee will launch the all‑new "Beijing Marathon Service Passport", which entitles every holder to services under more than 400 preferential policies covering catering, accommodation, transportation, tourism, shopping and entertainment.

Apart from official licensed merchandise, the marathon has rolled out co‑branded products in collaboration with the Capital Museum. These items feature profound cultural connotations, practical daily‑use value and exclusive commemorative significance.

For runners who are unable to enter this year's Beijing Marathon and wish to experience similar thrills through a seasonal race, here is a great opportunity:

Registration for the 2026 Chaoyang Binhe Half Marathon opened at 10:00 today (September 30) via platforms including Zhisaitong (智赛通), Shuzi Xindong (数字心动) and Maramara (马拉马拉). The entry fee is 100 yuan per person, and registration will close at 18:00 on October 8.

Scheduled for November 1, this half marathon has a capacity of 6,000 participants. It will start at the Landscape Avenue (between the Bird's Nest and the Water Cube) of the northern Beijing Central Axis and end on the east‑bank lawn of Beijing Wenyuhe Park. The course links key attractions including the Olympic Forest Park, the Qinghe Riverside Corridor, and the core zones of Beijing Wenyuhe Park. The smooth, level route suits newcomers as well as experienced competitors, serving as an excellent waterside course for chasing seasonal personal bests or simply finishing for fun.

The event adopts segmented starting zones and a signaling mode using two starting pistols. Participants will be assigned to four zones (A/B/C/D) according to their valid past finish times. Starting from an unassigned zone is prohibited and will result in disqualification.

Event Hotline: 13051153606

Enquiry Hours: 9:30–11:30; 14:00–17:30

(Sources: Beijing Marathon, Beijing Chaoyang)