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2nd Daejeon Shin Chaeho Marathon

The city you want to run becomes your next trip.

KRNov 1, 202621.1km · 10km · 5km
Race date in 18 days
Nov 1, 2026 Sun
City · Distance
Daejeon · 21.1km · 10km · 5km
Entry fee
₩35,000Varies by event and entry period
Status
ClosedFri, July 10, 2026 ~ Thu, July 30, 2026See how to enter ↗
Why you dream of this race

THE DREAM

About 2nd Daejeon Shin Chaeho Marathon — what makes it special

ABOUT THE RACE

A day you'll remember,
long past the finish line.

The Daejeon Shin Chae-ho Marathon is a marathon taking place on November 1, 2026, at the lawn plaza of Daejeon Ppuri Park.

Hosted by Jung-gu, Daejeon Metropolitan City, and the Jung-gu Sports Council, it reflects the area's local identity and historical significance.

The event features various race categories, including half marathon, 10km, 5km, and Kids Run, welcoming participants of different experience levels.

The road to your own record

Picture the course in advance
and find the pace that fits you.

When the city cheers

Streets lined with cheers, runners all around.
You'll be part of that scene.

The trip that follows the run

Take it slow with the finish still in you,
and meet the city all over again.

2nd Daejeon Shin Chaeho Marathon runner reviews and race reports

Stories from runners who've been there.

From the joy of finishing to the tough moments — read what runners wrote themselves.

No runner reports yet. We'll add them here as they come in.

See it on video,
feel it through their stories.

Preview the course and read what runners who went before you wrote.

2025 Highlights

중구 테레비 · Highlights

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This may be from a past edition. Check the organizer for this year's course and operations.

The way in that fits you

YOUR ENTRY

How to enter 2nd Daejeon Shin Chaeho Marathon — registration routes

How to reach the start line —
start with what fits you.

Here are the ways to enter and what each requires.
Check the organizer's page for whether entries are open.

Registration history

The 2026 race opened entry on Fri, July 10, 2026

Official race websiteEntry options
From the start line to the finish

RACE WEEK

2nd Daejeon Shin Chaeho Marathon course map and elevation

Your 21.1km

Know the course and time limit, and race day comes into focus.

Runners start · local timeFrom 08:30
Time limit3 hours
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Half marathon 3 hours, 10km 2 hours, 5km 1 hour

The start time and cutoff follow the official announcement (checked 2026.7) — re-check on the official page before entering.

EventStartTime limit
Half21.0975km08:303h
10K10km08:402h
5K5km08:501h

35,000 KRW
Half marathon Shin Chae-ho Challenge 35,000 / 10Km Mini 35,000 / 5km Fun Run 30,000 / Kids Run 30,000

not the start line

We have not confirmed the start line coordinates yet.

START

Daejeon Ppuri Park Lawn Plaza

Start · Google Maps

Runners start · local time — 08:30 start (half marathon Shin Chae-ho Challenge) / 08:40 (10km Mini) / 08:50 (5km Health·Kids Run)

Organizer
Jung-gu, Daejeon Metropolitan City; Jung-gu Sports Council, Daejeon Metropolitan City
Typical race-season temperature: around 7°C (44°F)
Long sleeves + a throwaway layer for the start

Participant benefits

Timing chip

Finisher medal

Event T-shirt

Finisher certificate

Where and when to collect your 2nd Daejeon Shin Chaeho Marathon race bib

To the start line,
step by step.

Pick up your bib, check your wave.
So on race morning, you can just run.

From the 2025 edition

Pick up your bib at the expo

The Packet Pickup format for the Daejeon Shin Chae-ho Marathon has not been announced.

Stations & transport near the venue

  • Getting to the startDaejeon has only one subway line and it does not reach Ppuri Park directly; take Subway Line 1 then…

Source · checked Aug 22, 2026

More details

Getting to the start

Daejeon has only one subway line and it does not reach Ppuri Park directly; take Subway Line 1 then transfer to city bus, or take bus routes 312/313 (to Ppuri Park) directly to the park. No organizer shuttle bus found in searches.

Per 2nd edition, 2026-11-01, 08:30 start. City should be Daejeon (Jung-gu).

Getting to the finish

Same location as start (loop/out-and-back course ending at Ppuri Park lawn plaza).

READY TO RUN

From race morning to after the finish.

Your start time, fuel and bag drop.
Know them ahead and the run feels easier.

Mornings are chilly in November.

Bring a throwaway layer or a heat-sheet to wear while waiting at the start, and dress light for the run.

Since the race goes up to the half marathon, hold back and start the first 5 km slower than your goal pace;

the key is holding your pace after 15 km.

Daejeon is famous nationwide for Seongsimdang bakery.

Hanbat Arboretum and Expo Science Park are also worth a visit.

Times are local to Daejeon. Check the latest official information before the race.

A trip built around the race

STAY A LITTLE

MAKE IT A RUNTRIP

The race is one day,
the trip can be longer.

From a hotel that makes race morning easy,
to the meals and views you'll enjoy with the medal on.

Daegu Head Spa: K-Beauty Scalp Care & Water Relaxation

₩149,993

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Hello Kitty Madeleine Baking Class in Suwon

₩37,554

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Suwon Join-in Day Tour: Journey Through Time to Hwaseong Fortress

₩100,375

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Suwon Hwaseong Fortress & Food Half-Day Private Tour

₩99,341

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Hotels near the 2nd Daejeon Shin Chaeho Marathon start line in

Hotels that make race morning easy

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Distances are straight-line from the start.
Check real travel times and booking terms with each hotel.

Cave Ryokan Hotel by Anook Daejeon Yucheon Southwest Terminal

Accommodation · 3.4km

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Time for you, before and after the finish

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Rest a little, wander a little.
Pick what suits you and whoever you're with.

Daegu Head Spa: K-Beauty Scalp Care & Water Relaxation

₩149,993

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Luxury Spa at Sheraton Grand Incheon Hotel, Songdo

₩325,073

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Park Habio Water Kingdom Water Park & Jjimjil Spa Admission Ticket

₩32,462

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Seoul Premium Head Spa & Anti-Aging Skincare (Designed by a K-Beauty Doctor)

₩93,282

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Seoul Jamsil Onhue Spa – Premium Skin & Body Care

₩102,645

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Yeongyongguk Korean Medicine Spa Treatment

₩109,005

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Slow Seoul Riverside Walking Mindful Tarot Reading

₩48,803

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Daegu Uniyuscent Perfume and Diffuser-Making One-Day Class

₩36,041

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Daegu E-World Rental of Trendy School Uniforms

₩19,964

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Incheon International Airport Lounge Pass (ICN)

₩36,689

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Klia Ekspres Arex Airport Express Train Ticket

₩27,517

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Incheon|Private Airport Pickup/Drop-off Service from Incheon International Airport

₩51,171

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Yongsan Refresh Lounge Shower Rest Luggage Storage Pass

₩10,037

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Klook Exclusive K-Buddhism Heritage & Culture Tour: Temple, Meditation & UNESCO Site

₩199,884

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Suwon Life Sports Water Park Admission Ticket at the Extra-Large Multipurpose Leisure Complex

₩16,960

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Daejeon One-Day Freediving Class Experience

₩59,916

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K Craft Diy Weave A Traditional Cord for Your Mini Pouch Bag

₩26,651

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Suwon Hwaseong Fortress & Gwangmyeong Cave UNESCO Day Tour (Departing from Seoul)

₩99,937

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Suwon Lumiere Perfume Create Your Own Perfume

₩35,131

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Blood, Tears and Independence: Korea's Dark Colonial History Guided Walking Tour

₩76,319

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Where runners eat in Daejeon

Eating well is part of the trip

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A meal before the race, a dinner to celebrate the finish.

Hello Kitty Madeleine Baking Class in Suwon

₩37,554

View on Klook

Suwon Hwaseong Fortress & Food Half-Day Private Tour

₩99,341

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Makgeolli: Korean Traditional Liquor Making Experience

₩94,145

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Make Your Own Korean Dessert A K Pop Fantasy Dessert Experience

₩85,319

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K-Food Cooking Class: Make Classic Korean Dishes Yourself

₩100,375

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What to see in Daejeon after the race

Seeing Daejeon with the medal on

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The city you ran — this time, a little slower.

Suwon Join-in Day Tour: Journey Through Time to Hwaseong Fortress

₩100,375

View on Klook

Seoul Suwon Hwaseong Full-Day Tour (Stadium & Meal Included)

₩139,912

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K-Drama in Suwon Hwaseong Day Tour from Seoul

₩140,871

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Daegu Major Attractions Private Full-Day Tour

₩199,814

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Total cost and budget for 2nd Daejeon Shin Chaeho Marathon

TRAVEL ESSENTIALS

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Runner stories and questions about 2nd Daejeon Shin Chaeho Marathon

RUN TOGETHER

With runners who dream of
the same start line.

Be the first runner
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Daejeon runners' room

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Frequently asked questions about 2nd Daejeon Shin Chaeho Marathon

FAQ
When does 2nd Daejeon Shin Chaeho Marathon 2026 take place?

It takes place on Sun, November 1, 2026 in Daejeon, South Korea.

How much is the 2nd Daejeon Shin Chaeho Marathon 2026 entry fee?

From ₩35,000, depending on the event and registration period.

What is the time limit for 2nd Daejeon Shin Chaeho Marathon 2026?

Half marathon 3 hours, 10km 2 hours, 5km 1 hour.

What distances does 2nd Daejeon Shin Chaeho Marathon 2026 offer?

Half · 10K · 5K.

What time should I arrive at the 2nd Daejeon Shin Chaeho Marathon 2026 start area?

07:30 ~ 08:00 Gathering at Daejeon Ppuri Park.

Where does 2nd Daejeon Shin Chaeho Marathon 2026 start?

Daejeon Ppuri Park Lawn Plaza.

When does registration for 2nd Daejeon Shin Chaeho Marathon 2026 open?

Registration runs from Fri, July 10, 2026 to Thu, July 30, 2026.

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