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1st Songdo Lee Bong-ju Marathon

The city you want to run becomes your next trip.

KRJune 202710km · 5km
Vincent van Zeijst · CC BY-SA 4.0
Race date Jun expected
June 2027
City · Distance
Incheon · 10km · 5km
Entry fee
₩50,000From the 2026 edition
2027Date June 2027 · expected · Soon
2026Date Jun 28, 2026 · Entry fee ₩50,000 · Start 08:00
Official website ↗D-day as of Oct 13, 2026
1st Songdo Lee Bong-ju Marathon race photo
Vincent van Zeijst · CC BY-SA 4.0
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Why you dream of this race

THE DREAM

About 1st Songdo Lee Bong-ju Marathon — what makes it special

ABOUT THE RACE

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

Run together with a companion at the 1st Songdo Lee Bong-ju Marathon!

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.

1st Songdo Lee Bong-ju 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.

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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 1st Songdo Lee Bong-ju 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.

From the 2026 edition

We'll fill this in once the official entry rules are out.

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From the start line to the finish

RACE WEEK

1st Songdo Lee Bong-ju Marathon course map and elevation

Your 10km

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

From the 2026 edition
Runners start · local timeFrom 08:00
City center · not the start line

We have not confirmed the start line coordinates yet. The map shows the host city.

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The 1st Songdo Lee Bong-ju Marathon lets you experience the beautiful scenery and local charm of Incheon!

Many races here are held alongside local festivals, so there's plenty to see and eat.

A friendly running mate to share the joy of finishing and explore local attractions with is waiting for you on Pacers.

Participant benefits

Not yet confirmed in the official race guide

Where and when to collect your 1st Songdo Lee Bong-ju 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 2026 edition

Stations & transport near the venue

Source · checked Aug 24, 2026

More details

Getting to the start

Incheon National University Station on Incheon Subway Line 1 (about a 19-minute walk)

Start: Incheon National University Songdo Campus. The official website does not specify transport information; the nearest station was identified through a web search (Namuwiki).

The venue and date (28 June 2026) are based on the official website. Web searches were used only to supplement the public transport details.

Map

Getting to the finish

Incheon National University Station on Incheon Subway Line 1 (about a 19-minute walk)

Map

Transit card

Songdo is served by Incheon Subway Line 1 (Central Park or International Business District Station), both within walking distance of typical Songdo race venues. T-money covers the fare and can be bought/reloaded at convenience stores or station kiosks; contactless foreign bank cards also tap directly at Incheon subway gates.

Source · checked Aug 24, 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.

June marks the start of midday heat.

Prepare breathable clothing, a hat, and sunscreen, and save your pace for later.

The distance is short and not overly demanding, but avoid going out too hard at the start with pace, and finishing should be well within reach.

Times are local to Incheon. 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.

Luxury Spa at Sheraton Grand Incheon Hotel, Songdo

₩325,073

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Korean Royal Cuisine Cooking Class in Seoul

₩99,510

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Korean Rice Cake Tteokbokki Cooking Class Seoul

₩99,510

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Hotels near the 1st Songdo Lee Bong-ju Marathon start line in Incheon

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.

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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.

Luxury Spa at Sheraton Grand Incheon Hotel, Songdo

₩325,073

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Seoul Seokmodo Mineral Hot Springs & Ganghwa Luge Private Day Tour

₩440,000

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Incheon Paradise City CIMER Aqua Spa & Jjimjil Spa Admission Ticket

₩36,000

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Yeouido K-Beauty Scalp Spa & Hair Care (Near The Hyundai Seoul)

₩62,334

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The Sul:ha Seoul Organic Head Spa & Traditional Body Massage

₩247,515

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Seoul Arche Spa: K-Premium Wellness & Aesthetic Experience

₩66,075

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Slow Seoul Riverside Walking Mindful Tarot Reading

₩48,803

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Incheon International Airport Lounge Pass (ICN)

₩36,689

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

₩51,171

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Klia Ekspres Arex Airport Express Train Ticket

₩27,517

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Incheon International Airport Martina Gold Lounge (ICN T2)

₩48,457

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Incheon Car Rental (EconomyBookings)

Compare rates from various rental car companies, self-drive (price confirmed at time of reservation) · Make reservation after checking price

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Seoul: Private Round-Trip Transfer Between Incheon Airport and the City

₩114,762

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Art Factory Chamgireum Ganghwa Dream Walk Admission Ticket

₩16,960

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Seoul: National Gugak Museum and Live Concert Tour

₩55,298

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Seoul Gwangmyeong Cave & Oido Red Lighthouse Private Day Tour

₩108,955

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Campervan Package (Includes Netflix TV and a Full Set of Camping Equipment)

₩187,347

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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 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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Korea Spiritual Astrology Consultation to Discover Your True Destiny

₩87,914

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K Beauty Personal Color Analysis Experience in Incheon

₩200,923

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Paradise City Theme Park Wonderbox Ticket Incheon

₩19,556

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Incheon Ganghwa Luge, Rail Bike & Seagull Feeding Day Tour

₩79,088

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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 Incheon

Eating well is part of the trip

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

Korean Royal Cuisine Cooking Class in Seoul

₩99,510

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Korean Rice Cake Tteokbokki Cooking Class Seoul

₩99,510

View on Klook

Seoul Korean Tea Rice Cake Tasting with Bojagi Craft Workshop

₩68,359

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Seoul Korean Cooking Class with Market Tour

₩180,848

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Seoul Cooking Class Making Korean Dessert Oranda

₩93,799

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What to see in Incheon after the race

Seeing Incheon with the medal on

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

Private Seoul City Tour (Exclusively for Incheon Cruise Passengers, Return Guaranteed)

₩592,000

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Hotel distances are straight-line from the start. Experiences, food and sights are travel products in Incheon.

Total cost and budget for 1st Songdo Lee Bong-ju Marathon

TRAVEL ESSENTIALS

Trip prep too,
light and in one place.

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Runner stories and questions about 1st Songdo Lee Bong-ju Marathon

RUN TOGETHER

With runners who dream of
the same start line.

Be the first runner
Leave this room's first post

Incheon runners' room

Looking for runners to join you at this race? Pacers is a Korean running app for finding race buddies and groups (in Korean).

See the Pacers app ↗

Frequently asked questions about 1st Songdo Lee Bong-ju Marathon

FAQ
When does 1st Songdo Lee Bong-ju Marathon 2027 take place?

Not officially announced yet.

It's expected in June 2027;

the 2026 race was held on Sun, June 28, 2026.

How much is the 1st Songdo Lee Bong-ju Marathon 2027 entry fee?

Not announced yet. The 2026 race entry fee was about ₩50,000.

What distances does 1st Songdo Lee Bong-ju Marathon 2027 offer?

10K · 5K. (From the 2026 edition)

What time does 1st Songdo Lee Bong-ju Marathon 2027 start?

The race starts at 08:00. (From the 2026 edition)

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