What is the Weifang Marathon elevation profile?

The Weifang Marathon has 50 metres of total climbing and 50 metres of descent over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). The course is very flat, with 0 metres of net change from start to finish.

How long is the Weifang Marathon?

The Weifang Marathon is the standard marathon distance of 42.195 kilometres (26.2 miles), certified to World Athletics rules. Starts and finishes on Weifang's central boulevards.

What time does the Weifang Marathon start?

The 2027 Weifang Marathon starts at 8:00 am local time on Sunday, 2 May 2027. Arrive early for baggage drop and corral access — official race communications on weifang.marathon.org.cn/ confirm any last-minute schedule changes.

Where does the Weifang Marathon start and finish?

Starts and finishes on Weifang's central boulevards. Updated course maps are published at https://weifang.marathon.org.cn/ each year.

When is the Weifang Marathon and how do I register?

Weifang Marathon is typically held in May. Registration opens through https://weifang.marathon.org.cn/ and may use a lottery or tiered entry when demand exceeds capacity.

Is the Weifang Marathon course flat?

Yes. Weifang Marathon is known for a largely flat profile with only minor undulations, making it popular with runners chasing steady pacing.

What weather should runners expect at Weifang Marathon?

Usually mild with some breeze and dry-to-moderate humidity.

Weifang Marathon

Weifang, Shandong, China

Overview

The Weifang Marathon draws approximately 10k finishers each May on an urban road in Weifang, China. Weifang's identity as China's kite capital gives the race a distinctive local brand. The course passes kite-city landmarks, parks, and flat roads on the Shandong plain. The course is very flat throughout.

Weifang Marathon is a certified 42.195 km (26.2 mile) marathon — the standard World Athletics marathon distance.

Weifang Marathon 2027 race day

The next Weifang Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, 2 May 2027 with a 8:00 am start. The certified course covers 42.195 km (26.2 miles) with 50 m of climbing on a very flat layout.

Weifang Marathon course route

Starts and finishes on Weifang's central boulevards. The course passes kite-city landmarks, parks, and flat roads on the Shandong plain. Shandong plain boulevards invite negative splits, with kite-festival crowds lining the civic finish.

Weifang Marathon elevation profile

The Weifang Marathon course is very flat over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). Runners cover 50 metres of climbing and 50 metres of descent, with minimal net elevation change from start to finish.

Entry requirements

The Weifang Marathon uses a lottery or ballot through weifang.marathon.org.cn, with registration windows that typically open several months before the May race. Domestic applicants register via the official marathon.org.cn portal and demand routinely exceeds the mass-participation cap of roughly 10k runners. International runners must monitor the official site for overseas entry channels and health-credential requirements, as places fill quickly once the window opens.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Weifang Marathon elevation profile?: The Weifang Marathon has 50 metres of total climbing and 50 metres of descent over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). The course is very flat, with 0 metres of net change from start to finish.
How long is the Weifang Marathon?: The Weifang Marathon is the standard marathon distance of 42.195 kilometres (26.2 miles), certified to World Athletics rules. Starts and finishes on Weifang's central boulevards.
What time does the Weifang Marathon start?: The 2027 Weifang Marathon starts at 8:00 am local time on Sunday, 2 May 2027. Arrive early for baggage drop and corral access — official race communications on weifang.marathon.org.cn/ confirm any last-minute schedule changes.
Where does the Weifang Marathon start and finish?: Starts and finishes on Weifang's central boulevards. Updated course maps are published at https://weifang.marathon.org.cn/ each year.
When is the Weifang Marathon and how do I register?: Weifang Marathon is typically held in May. Registration opens through https://weifang.marathon.org.cn/ and may use a lottery or tiered entry when demand exceeds capacity.
Is the Weifang Marathon course flat?: Yes. Weifang Marathon is known for a largely flat profile with only minor undulations, making it popular with runners chasing steady pacing.
What landmarks does the Weifang Marathon pass?: The course passes kite-city landmarks, parks, and flat roads on the Shandong plain.
What weather should runners expect at Weifang Marathon?: Usually mild with some breeze and dry-to-moderate humidity.

Last updated 18 July 2026. Edition dates and course details are reviewed regularly.

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Zaozhuang Marathon

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