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Taiwan's biggest city marathon — about 28,000 runners start from Taipei City Hall Plaza on December 20.
The Taipei Marathon takes place on Sunday, December 20, 2026, with the race starting at 6:30 AM at Taipei City Hall Plaza and finishing at Taipei Municipal Stadium. About 28,000 runners are expected.
Founded in 1986, it is Taiwan's largest city marathon and earned World Athletics Gold Label status in 2024. The course passes 24 Taipei landmarks. The 2026 theme is "Small Steps, Big Changes".
Saturday, December 19: the Christmas Fun Breakfast Run (3 km and 9 km) starts and finishes at City Hall Plaza.
Details from the Taipei City Government tourism calendar, AIMS, and an official city volunteer notice. Registration is handled by the organizers.
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Taipei Marathon 2026
