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K-RUN Challenge

The city you want to run becomes your next trip.

KROct 25, 202621.1km · 10km · 5km
Race date in 19 days
Oct 25, 2026 Sun
City · Distance
Seoul · 21.1km · 10km · 5km
Entry fee
Fee TBDVaries by event and entry period
Status
ClosedMon, June 1, 2026 ~ Wed, September 30, 2026See how to enter ↗
Why you dream of this race

THE DREAM

About K-RUN Challenge — what makes it special

ABOUT THE RACE

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

The K-RUN Challenge lets runners enjoy an autumn marathon along the Han River.

It features three categories: half marathon, 10km, and 5km.

The race takes place on the course extending from the waterside plaza at Ttukseom Hangang Park to the area before Gangdong Bridge.

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.

K-RUN Challenge runner reviews and race reports

Stories from those who ran it first.

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

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See it on video,
feel it through their stories.

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

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The way in that fits you

YOUR ENTRY

How to enter K-RUN Challenge — 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 Mon, June 1, 2026

Official race websiteEntry options
From the start line to the finish

RACE WEEK

K-RUN Challenge course map and elevation

The 21.1km I'll run

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

Runners start · local timeFrom 09:00

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

60,000 KRW
Half marathon 60,000 (Mania 50,000) / 10km 55,000 (Mania 45,000) / 5km 40,000 · Official souvenirs are excluded for Mania participants.

START

Jayang Station

Start · Google Maps

Ttukseom Hangang Citizens Park Waterside Plaza ~ Before Gangdong Bridge (Convenience venue: Hangang River Citizens Park Ttukseom District Waterside Plaza, Subway Line 7 Jayang Station Exit 2)

Typical race-season temperature: around 14°C (57°F)
Short sleeves or light long sleeves + arm warmers

Participant benefits

Finisher medal

Finisher certificate

10K · Half

Bag drop

Where and when to collect your K-RUN Challenge race bib

To the start line,
step by step.

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

Pick up your bib at the expo

The pickup procedure for the K-RUN Challenge’s Packet Pickup has not been announced.

Stations & transport near the venue

Getting to the start

Jayang Station, Seoul Subway Line 7, Exit 2

Start is at Ttukseom Hangang Citizen Park Waterfront Plaza, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul.

Gather 8:00am, start 9:00am.

Venue sits directly along the Hangang riverside park, a short walk from the subway exit.

Getting to the finish

Same waterfront plaza area near Jayang Station Exit 2 (course runs out from the plaza toward Gangdong Bridge and back).

No separate finish-only transit info; finish is back at the start plaza.

More details

None mentioned — not needed given direct subway access.

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.

October mornings can be chilly.

Bring a warm layer for the wait before the start, and use arm sleeves to stay warm early on if you are wearing short sleeves.

With distances up to the half marathon, start the first 5 km a little more conservatively than your target, then focus on maintaining your pace after 15 km.

Times are local to Seoul. 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.

Hotels near the K-RUN Challenge start line in Seoul

Hotels that make race morning easy

7 places

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

STAY SEOUL FLOW Near Children's Grand Park and Seongsu

Accommodation · 1.7km

8.9/10(14)
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Time for you, before and after the finish

53 experiences

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

Seoul Temple, Meditation & Traditional Tea Experience with a Professor (Private)

₩106,710

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Korean Sauna & Massage Experience in Seoul

₩140,099

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Beauty Aesthetic Seoul: Premium K-Beauty Traveler Wellness

₩180,027

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Seoul Myeongdong Dream Esthe Body Massage & K-Beauty Facial

₩69,961

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Seoul: The Hanoi Foot & Body Massage Course in Myeongdong

₩110,412

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A3 Myeongdong Women-Only Private Body Scrub Spa

₩105,119

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Luxury Swiss Perfection Facial & Body Spa: L’Escape Hotel Myeongdong

₩198,047

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Seoul City Tour Bus Seoul Trip Center Palaces Course Hop on Hop Off Bus Tour Seoul

₩26,478

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Seoul Vegan Michelin Temple 3 Hour Small Group Tour

₩262,359

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Slow Seoul Riverside Walking Mindful Tarot Reading

₩48,803

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Private Kitchen Invite By A Trained Michelin Starred Chef Tonight

₩105,394

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Gwangjang Market Jongno Gu Half Day Local Food Wine Tasting Tour

₩160,600

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Seoul Bukchon Hanok Village Half Day Private Brewery Food Tour

₩267,724

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Seoul Namdaemun: Private Shopping Concierge & Street Food Tour

₩317,195

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10 Korean Food Tastings from Traditional Markets to Modern Cuisine

₩180,848

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Private Vehicle Charter Tour from Seoul (Customized Seoul & Surrounding Areas)

₩360,134

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Jindo Eats Local Food Specialty Collection Seoul Station Pickup

₩14,537

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Jindo Eats Local Food Specialty Collection Seoul Station Pickup

₩17,998

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Jindo Eats Local Food Specialty Collection Seoul Station Pickup

₩12,114

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Seoul Private Premium Buddhist Temple Journey Michelin Dining

₩199,884

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Seoul Unesco Palaces Half Day Cultural Experience with Hanbok

₩61,782

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Seoul Inwangsan Night View Cycling & Hiking Private Tour

₩65,286

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Seoul Ceramic Plate Marbling Workshop & Experience

₩120,006

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Seoul Korean Classroom Studio YouTube & TikTok Filming

₩42,686

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Seoul Han River Tubester Rental Boat Picnic Package

₩87,049

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Seoul Cheonggyecheon Stream & Han River Small-Group E-Bike Tour

₩52,053

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Easy Night Hike with Seoul Night Views and Riverside Scenery

₩88,049

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Suwon Private Tour: Day & Night Experience (with Photographer Option)

₩348,197

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Professional Korean Interpretation Service

₩199,831

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Airport Journey with a Private Premium Shopping & Culture Curator

₩932,936

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Seoul Solo Dining Reservations Dine Like A Local Jason K Table

₩1,211

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

₩76,319

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Total cost and budget for K-RUN Challenge

TRAVEL ESSENTIALS

Trip prep too,
light and in one place.

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Runner stories and questions about K-RUN Challenge

RUN TOGETHER

With runners who dream of
the same start line.

Be the first runner
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Seoul runners' room

Frequently asked questions about K-RUN Challenge

FAQ
When does K-RUN Challenge 2026 take place?

It takes place on Sun, October 25, 2026 in Seoul, South Korea.

How much is the K-RUN Challenge 2026 entry fee?

From ₩40,000, depending on the event and registration period.

What distances does K-RUN Challenge 2026 offer?

Half · 10K · 5K.

What time does K-RUN Challenge 2026 start?

The race starts at 09:00.

What time should I arrive at the K-RUN Challenge 2026 start area?

08:00 Gathering.

When does registration for K-RUN Challenge 2026 open?

Registration runs from Mon, June 1, 2026 to Wed, September 30, 2026.

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