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Gyeongju Marathon

Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea

calendar_today 17 Oct, 2026

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About the Event

Immerse yourself in history and scenic beauty at the annual Gyeongju Marathon, held each October in South Korea. This historic race covers the full marathon distance of 42.195 kilometers through the ancient city that once served as the capital of the Silla Kingdom (57 BC – 935 AD).
Gyeongju is renowned for its rich cultural heritage and extensive archaeological sites, earning it the nickname "the museum without walls." Participants will have a unique opportunity to run past grand palaces, temples, and burial mounds that date back over a millennium. The city's well-preserved relics provide runners with an unparalleled backdrop as they traverse through this living history.
In addition to the elite-level marathon races for both men and women, there are also fun runs available in half-marathon (21 km), 10K (10 km), and 5K distances. These events cater to a wide range of runners, from serious competitors seeking personal bests to casual participants enjoying the scenic route.
The Gyeongju Marathon offers more than just a challenging course; it provides an educational journey through Korea's ancient past, making this event a must for both history enthusiasts and running aficionados alike.

Races Offered

10 km (only runners outside S. Korea)

Oct 17, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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$39.90

Half Marathon (only runners outside S. Korea)

Oct 17, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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$50.16

Marathon (only runners outside S. Korea)

Oct 17, 2026

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Distance — 42.2K

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Type — Running

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99 days remaining

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$60.43

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Gyeongju-si.

thermostat Temperature

12.8° / 20.9°

wb_sunny Feels like

11.6° / 19.9°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

6h 50m

water_drop Avg rainfall

3.3 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

9.3 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

77.8%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:30

nightlight Sunset

17:47

About Gyeongju-si

Learn more about the host city, Gyeongju-si.

Gyeongju, historically known as Seorabeol, is a coastal city in the far southeastern corner of North Gyeongsang Province, South Korea. It is the second largest city by area in the province after Andong, covering 1,324 km2 (511 sq mi) with a population of 264,091 people as of December 2012. Gyeongju is 370 km (230 mi) southeast of Seoul, and 55 km (34 mi) east of Daegu. The city borders Cheongdo and Yeongcheon to the west, Ulsan to the south and Pohang to the north, while to the east lies the coast of the Sea of Japan. Numerous low mountains—outliers of the Taebaek range—are scattered around the city.