Run around Victoria Harbour. Do good deeds and have fun. The only urban central marathon in Hong Kong. The full and half marathons around Victoria Harbour pass through the Cross Bay Bridge and Tseung Kwan O Tunnel, two major infrastructures. The full marathon has the only 10-kilometer route across the Cross Bay Bridge and Tseung Kwan O Tunnel. The first-ever five-sense marathon adds five sensory experiences along the running track, bringing a new experience to the marathon. ‘Street Marathon – Asian Youth 10K 2024’ adds a family category for the first time. Coupled with the ‘Street Marathon – Runner Expo’ and ‘Street Marathon – Runner Party’, in collaboration with many charitable organizations, you will experience a meaningful and enjoyable marathon! Creating urban running tracks has been committed to promoting marathons in the city center, creating and adhering to street marathons around Victoria Harbour and the city core. Runners can run through the Central-Wan Chai Bypass, enjoy the beautiful view of Victoria Harbour on the Island Eastern Corridor, and then personally pass through the Eastern Harbour Crossing. Run from Hong Kong Island to Kowloon on foot. Pass through the Tseung Kwan O Cross Bay Bridge and Tseung Kwan O Tunnel, the creative environmental protection project in Cha Kwo Ling, the green park built on the urban pumping station, and the Tsui Ping River after water quality improvement. Run on the Kwun Tong Bypass and down to the Kwun Tong Promenade, overlooking the prosperous seaside of Hong Kong Island across the shore. Run through Kwun Tong’s industrial, commercial and Kowloon Bay residential areas, pass through the Kai Tak Airport Tunnel, and shuttle through the East Kowloon Corridor lined with high-rise buildings on both sides, directly reaching San Shan Road in To Kwa Wan, and experience the fun of a marathon in the city center. The half marathon across the sea has already toured Hong Kong and Kowloon, enjoying the scenery on both sides of Victoria Harbour from different angles! The 10 kilometers starts from Tseung Kwan O, runs up the Cross Bay Bridge and directly enters the Tseung Kwan O Tunnel. Passing through two major infrastructures, you quietly reach the Kwun Tong area. Also for the first time, a family category is added to the ‘Street Marathon – Asian Youth 10K 2024’ to encourage young people to participate in long-distance running activities. The first-ever ‘Five-Sense Marathon’. ‘Citywide Street Marathon’ has always emphasized enjoying running first. This year, it specially creates the first-ever ‘Five-Sense Marathon’. Five sensory experiences are added along the running track, bringing a new experience to the marathon. At the same time, it is hoped that runners can focus on themselves and return to their own feelings through the sensations of various senses.
Visual – As the only marathon in Hong Kong that surrounds Victoria Harbour and the city core area, runners can enjoy the scenery on both sides of Victoria Harbour from different angles, taking in the prosperous seaside and urban landscapes. Running on the Cross Bay Bridge, the spectacular view of Tseung Kwan O Bay is immediately in full view. Runners can also enjoy various pleasing performances along the way.
Auditory – Theme music is specially played on some sections along the way, which not only soothes the emotions of runners but also allows them to relax and enjoy the fun of running. ‘Run for fun’ and at the same time ‘Fun to Relax’.
Olfactory – A unique initiative of the Hong Kong Marathon, fragrant mists are specially installed along certain routes to invigorate the runners’ spirits amidst the fatigue.
Gustatory – Adhering to the ‘Food, Play, Run’ theme, unique local delicacies such as casserole, tea cakes, and rice noodles are offered for the first time at the tea fruit ridge park and snack supply stations, promoting local culture. Tactile – As runners approach the finish line on the long straight road back, remember to high-five the cheering team with large inflatable hands! Celebrate the successful completion of the marathon. The Hong Kong Street Marathon, with its characteristic food and play style, offers local food supplies and exciting ‘The Best’ costumes! This edition also includes various themed projects suitable for participants of all ages, creating a week-long party marathon starting from December 1st. Do Good, Have Fun – This year, the marathon collaborates with several charitable organizations, advocating for seven United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, focusing on Good Health and Well-being (Goal 3), Gender Equality (Goal 5), Reduced Inequalities (Goal 10), Sustainable Cities and Communities (Goal 11), Responsible Consumption and Production (Goal 12), Climate Action (Goal 13), and Partnerships for the Goals (Goal 17). You will experience a meaningful and enjoyable marathon! Full marathon starts at 05:15, half marathon (elite group) starts at 05:45, half marathon (challenge group) starts at 06:45, 10km (elite group) starts at 10:00, 10km (challenge group) starts at 10:00, Asian Youth 10km 2024 starts at 09:30. Open time: 12/08 05:15-11:30.
