Registration is open for the 2026 Hongkou 10K Elite Race, which will take place in Shanghai's Hongkou district on Nov 29. Applications are open until midnight on Oct 19.

Along the course

Winding through Hongkou district, the course passes major local landmarks including the Grand Halls, China Securities Museum, Waibaidu Bridge, Shanghai Postal Museum, and North Sichuan Road. Along the way, runners can enjoy riverside views, historic architecture, and the energy of the bustling city.

Race information

Race date: Nov 29, 2026

Start: North Bund International Cruise Terminal

Finish: Hongkou Football Stadium

Event scale: 10-km road run with 5,000 runners

Registration method: Scan the QR code below to register. The registration fee is 120 yuan ($17.95). Lottery results will be announced on Oct 23. Applicants who are not selected will receive a refund to their original payment method.

Source: Shanghai Administration of Sports