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2026 MindRun

The city you want to run becomes your next trip.

KROct 17, 202610km · 5km

Race date in 11 days: Oct 17, 2026 Sat
City · Distance: Seoul · 10km · 5km
Entry fee: ₩60,000Varies by event and entry period
Status: ClosedWed, August 5, 2026 ~ Wed, September 23, 2026See how to enter ↗

Official website ↗D-day as of Oct 6, 2026

About the race Runner stories How to enter Course Race Prep Travel

Why you dream of this race

THE DREAM

ABOUT THE RACE

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

The 2026 Mind Run is a marathon race held on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at Yeouido Park in Seoul, consisting of two events: 5km and 10km.

It is organized by KBSN, with registration open from August 5 to September 23, 2026.

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.

Stories from those who ran it first.

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

Race reports: 5

든듬Ran in 2025

“I regret walking because I simply couldn’t run near the finish.”

At the Mind Run 10K, the runner struggled with running fasted, the wind, and the boredom of completing two laps of the same course. The runner walked in the latter stages and finished slower than in the previous race. The runner was cold after waiting a long time for the finish-line photo, but was satisfied with the event gifts and activities.

Quoted from the original · translated

Original quote

막판에 도저히 뛸 수 없어서 걸었던게 후회되네.

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인생학교 여행자Ran in 2025

“The autumn scenery at Regatta Park was beautiful, so I had a great time running with everyone.”

While working at the event booth, the runner took part in the Mind Run 5km with a teammate. The runner enjoyed the autumn scenery at Misari Regatta Park and received a finisher medal.

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Original quote

경정공원의 가을 풍경이 좋아 사람들과 신나게 달렸다.

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욕망의 ESTJRan in 2025

“I was satisfied for a first race.”

In 2025, the runner took part in their first 10 km race at Misa Gyeongjeong Park in Hanam and finished with a chip time of 58 minutes 50 seconds. Running fast at the beginning while following another runner made the second half difficult, and the runner experienced two uphill sections and cold wind.

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Original quote

첫 대회치고는 만족스럽다.

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유니Ran in 2025

“I felt truly proud and happy after the run.”

The runner finished their first Mind Run 10K in about 1 hour 6 minutes. Running two laps around Misa Gyeongjeong Park was tough from the start, but the support kept the runner going. After finishing, the runner wrote about the sense of achievement and feeling lighter.

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뛰고 나니까 정말 뿌듯하고 행복했어요.

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하우Ran in 2025

“It wasn’t extremely difficult because I walked from time to time, but I still really enjoyed the small sense of achievement that came from finishing.”

The runner took part in the Mind Run 10K at Misa Gyeongjeong Park, running slowly and walking from time to time before finishing. The runner liked the park scenery, the support, and the friendly staff, and enjoyed the performances and booths afterward.

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Original quote

중간중간 걷기도 해서 엄청 힘들진 않았지만, 그래도 완주했다는 작은 성취감이 정말 좋았어요.

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We translated a short line from each public race report and summarized the experience. Finish times are as stated by the author, and past editions may differ from this year's weather and operations.

See it on video,
feel it through their stories.

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

We haven't found a video for this race yet. We'll add one when we do.

The way in that fits you

YOUR ENTRY

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.

Online, first-come, first-served registration entry has closed

It ran Aug 5, 2026–Sep 23, 2026.
Check separately whether other entry routes are open and spots remain.

Registration history · The 2026 race opened entry on Wed, August 5, 2026

Online, first-come, first-served registration

Complete the application and payment on the official website;

registration closes on a first-come, first-served basis at 7,000 participants, based on completed payment.

Official race website Entry options

From the start line to the finish

RACE WEEK

The 10km I'll run

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

Runners start · local timeFrom 07:30

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

Event	Start
10K10km	07:30
5K5km	07:40

10km 70,000 KRW / 5km 60,000 KRW

START

Cultural Plaza at Yeouido Park

Start · Google Maps

FINISH

Departure/Arrival = Yeouido Park Cultural Center. 10km course is structured to go around the National Assembly building and round trip to Sogang Bridge.

Finish · Google Maps

Original course map · mindrun.co.kr

Runners start · local time — 10km 07:30 departure / 5km 07:40 departure

Departure/Arrival = Yeouido Park Cultural Center. 10km course is structured to go around the National Assembly building and round trip to Sogang Bridge.

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

Participant benefits

Finisher medal

Event T-shirt

Bag drop

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

Courier delivery souvenirs: T-shirts, bib (record measurement chip) and other souvenirs.
Timing chip is provided to all 5km and 10km participants
Courier delivery souvenirs: T-shirts, bib (record measurement chip) and other souvenirs. Timing chip is provided to all 5km and 10km participants

Courier delivery before the competition to the address entered when applying for participation.

Google Maps

Stations & transport near the venue

Getting to the start

Seoul Subway Line 5, Yeouido Station (Exit 3) or Line 9, National Assembly Station (Exit 3)

2026 Mind Run Festival venue is Yeouido Park Culture Plaza, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul — city identified as Seoul.

Both stations, Exit 3 at each, are ~10-min walk to the venue.

Note there is a separate 'Mind Marathon' event in June — this is specifically the October 17 Mind Run Festival at Yeouido Park.

Getting to the finish

Seoul Subway Line 5, Yeouido Station (Exit 3) or Line 9, National Assembly Station (Exit 3)

Finish is at the same Yeouido Park venue as the start.

Road closures

Subway Line 5, Yeouido Station Exit 3 / National Assembly Station on Line 9

More details

No dedicated race shuttle found;

venue directly walkable from two subway stations.

Source · checked Aug 22, 2026

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.

In October, morning temperatures drop considerably.

Bring an outer layer for departure, and if you are wearing short sleeves, keep your initial body temperature at arm sleeves.

The distance is short so the burden is not great, but as long as you watch out for the initial over pace, it is enough to complete the course.

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 that make race morning easy

7 places

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

The start and finish are in the same place
We picked stays around that one spot.

Conrad Seoul

Hotel · 546m

9.1/10(225)

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Marriott Executive Apartments Seoul

Hotel · 397m

8.9/10(107)

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Fairmont Ambassador Seoul

Hotel · 750m

8.8/10(201)

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Star Light Hotel

Hotel · 1.3km

8.8/10(80)

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Glad Yeouido

Hotel · 396m

8.6/10(1381)

View on Booking.com

Comfort Inn Yeouido

Hotel · 580m

8.2/10(244)

View on Booking.com

Kensington Hotel Yeouido Seoul

Hotel · 673m

8.1/10(918)

View on Booking.com

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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.

RECOVERY & SPA7SIT-DOWN TOURS7CARB LOADING7LOCAL TRANSIT7FAMILY PASS7TRAIL & OUTDOOR7CITY TOURS7EASY WALKING4

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

₩106,710

2026 MindRun

About 2026 MindRun — what makes it special

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

The road to your own record

When the city cheers

The trip that follows the run

2026 MindRun runner reviews and race reports

Stories from those who ran it first.

See it on video,feel it through their stories.

How to enter 2026 MindRun — registration routes

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

Online, first-come, first-served registration

2026 MindRun course map and elevation

The 10km I'll run

Cultural Plaza at Yeouido Park

Departure/Arrival = Yeouido Park Cultural Center. 10km course is structured to go around the National Assembly building and round trip to Sogang Bridge.

Participant benefits

Finisher medal

Event T-shirt

Bag drop

Where and when to collect your 2026 MindRun race bib

To the start line,step by step.

Pick up your bib at the expo

Courier delivery before the competition to the address entered when applying for participation.

Getting to the start

Getting to the finish

Road closures

More details

From race morning to after the finish.

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

Hotels near the 2026 MindRun start line in Seoul

Hotels that make race morning easy

Conrad Seoul

Marriott Executive Apartments Seoul

Fairmont Ambassador Seoul

Star Light Hotel

Glad Yeouido

Comfort Inn Yeouido

Kensington Hotel Yeouido Seoul

Time for you, before and after the finish

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

Korean Sauna & Massage Experience in Seoul

Beauty Aesthetic Seoul: Premium K-Beauty Traveler Wellness

Seoul Myeongdong Dream Esthe Body Massage & K-Beauty Facial

Seoul: The Hanoi Foot & Body Massage Course in Myeongdong

A3 Myeongdong Women-Only Private Body Scrub Spa

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

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

Seoul Vegan Michelin Temple 3 Hour Small Group Tour

Seoul Han River Night Cruise: 63 Building & Gwangjang Market

From Seoul: Daegwallyeong Ranch & BTS Bus Stop Private Tour

Slow Seoul Riverside Walking Mindful Tarot Reading

Private Kitchen Invite By A Trained Michelin Starred Chef Tonight

Seoul Han River Yacht Cruise (Yeouido)

Gwangjang Market Jongno Gu Half Day Local Food Wine Tasting Tour

Seoul Bukchon Hanok Village Half Day Private Brewery Food Tour

Seoul Namdaemun: Private Shopping Concierge & Street Food Tour

Seoul Local Booking (With Digital Guide)

Seoul: Korean Food Tour (12+ Food Tastings)

Seoul Healthy Vegan Restaurant Reservations

10 Korean Food Tastings from Traditional Markets to Modern Cuisine

Luggage Delivery Service Between Hotels

Seoul–Jeonju Express Bus

Seoul–Cheongju Express Bus

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

Jindo Eats Local Food Specialty Collection Seoul Station Pickup

Jindo Eats Local Food Specialty Collection Seoul Station Pickup

Jindo Eats Local Food Specialty Collection Seoul Station Pickup

Seoul Private Premium Buddhist Temple Journey Michelin Dining

Jump Show Seoul

Seoul Unesco Palaces Half Day Cultural Experience with Hanbok

N Seoul Tower Observatory Ticket

Nanta Show Ticket in Seoul

From Seoul: Full-Day Trip to Suwon's UNESCO Fortress and Trendy Spots

From Seoul: Pocheon UNESCO Geopark, Pink Herb Island & Art Valley

Seoul Inwangsan Night View Cycling & Hiking Private Tour

Seoul: Bukhansan Hiking Tour – 6 Hours

Seoul Ceramic Plate Marbling Workshop & Experience

Seoul Korean Classroom Studio YouTube & TikTok Filming

Seoul Han River Tubester Rental Boat Picnic Package

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

See it on video,
feel it through their stories.

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

To the start line,
step by step.

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

Trip prep too,
light and in one place.

With runners who dream of
the same start line.