Marathon Schedule November 2026: Late-Fall Races and Entry Deadlines
💡 Key Summary
✅ Late November brings half, 10K, and 5K races to Sangam, Seokgwan-dong, and Yeouido in Seoul
✅ Entry windows differ by race, so check each official site yourself first
✅ For a first race, a 5K or 10K is plenty of fun, and a half can wait
When the wind turns cold, you might think, "Maybe I'll run a race before the year ends." But once you start looking, there are lots of races and every entry window is different. This guide is for runners searching the November marathon schedule in Korea, with Seoul races I checked directly on the official sites.
1. Marathon Schedule for November 2026: Seoul Races I Confirmed
The table below lists races whose dates and distances I confirmed on their official websites. The reference date is November 2, 2026. Where the official page did not show an entry window, I wrote "check the official site."
| Race (place) | Date | Distances | Entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seoul Life Marathon (Sangam Peace Park) | Sat, Nov 21 | Half · 10K · 5K | Check the official site |
| Seoul Love Marathon (Seokgwan-dong, Seongbuk) | Sun, Nov 29 | Half · 10K · 5K | Check the official site |
| Ahn Jung-geun Peace Marathon (Yeouido Park) | Sun, Nov 29, 7:30 a.m. | Half · 10K · 5K | Entry closes Sun, Nov 22 |
The Seoul Love Marathon's page lists about 3,000 participants. The Ahn Jung-geun page does not clearly show an entry start date, so I only listed the closing date.
Other races also run from November into early December, such as the Sonkeechung Peace Marathon, Hangang Citizen Marathon, Saehan Media Marathon, and Garden5 Life Race. I could not open their official sites this time, so dates and entry windows are all "check the official site."
Dates and entry status can change. Check the official site once more before you sign up!
2. How to Keep Track of Entry Deadlines
Late-fall races often close entry about a week before race day. If you're eyeing a late-November race, check the entry window now. On a race site, just find four things: race date, entry window, distances, and capacity.
Keep these in mind when you track entries.
- If a deadline is listed, finish payment before that day ends
- A first-come wording means entry can close early
- If a date isn't clearly shown, don't guess — ask the organizer
💡 Tip
Use schedule-roundup sites only to find candidates. Before you sign up, re-check the date and entry window on the race's official site, because details can differ between sites.
3. Which Distance Suits a First Race?
The Edinburgh Marathon Festival says that if you can run 20–30 minutes without stopping, a 5K or 10K is a good start, and a half marathon is a goal for after months of steady training. It also suggests thinking about the race atmosphere and how much training time you have. For a first race, a distance you can enjoy to the end matters more than a big one.
| Where I am now | Suggested distance | Prep time |
|---|---|---|
| I can run 20–30 min nonstop | 5K | About 4 weeks |
| I run 5K comfortably | 10K | About 8 weeks |
| I run 10K regularly | Half | 3–4 months |
Prep time varies a lot, so treat this as a rough guide. If you're new, try the 4-Week First 5K Plan, or the 8-Week 10K Training Plan if 10K is your goal.
4. You're Entered — Now What?
Once you've signed up, protecting your condition matters most. In the final week, keep your usual rhythm rather than adding new training. The night before, run through the Marathon Race Day Checklist one more time.
Late-fall mornings are chilly, so pack a light layer to wear until the start. For race-morning food, see the meal timing guide and stick to what you usually eat.
Once you have a race date, set a small goal in the Wittiz app that fits the weeks left, like "run 3 times this week." Trading cheers with a friend entered in the same race makes training less draining than going solo. If you miss entry, try the Wittiz virtual race to experience the distance first.
⚠️ Caution
If you feel chest pain, severe dizziness, a cold sweat, or unusual shortness of breath while running, stop and rest right away. If symptoms continue, see a doctor. If you have heart disease, high blood pressure, or diabetes, talk to your doctor before you enter.
Missing a race is okay. Today's loop around the block already counts as training!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Until when can I enter a November marathon?
It depends on the race, so check each official site's entry window. Of the races I checked, the Ahn Jung-geun Peace Marathon closes on Sunday, November 22. I couldn't confirm entry windows for the others on their official pages.
What distance should I pick for my first race?
If you can run 20–30 minutes without stopping, a 5K or 10K is a good start. Keep the half marathon for after a few months of steady training.
Where can I check race dates accurately?
The official race site is the most accurate. Use roundup sites only to find candidates, and always match the date and entry window to the official notice.
Wrapping Up
The order is simple: find candidates, confirm the date and entry window on the official site, then pick a distance that fits you. Please check the official site once more before you sign up.
This week, open one race's official site and jot down its date and entry window. Wherever we meet, Moongti will be running right beside you!
Try it for yourself in the Wittiz app!
References
- Seoul Life Marathon. Official website
- Seoul Love Marathon. Official website
- Ahn Jung-geun Peace Marathon. Official website
- Edinburgh Marathon Festival. How to Choose Your First Running Event: 5 Questions Every New Runner Should Ask
This article was written by the Wittiz team and includes app-related content. If you have a heart condition, high blood pressure, or another health concern, or feel unwell while running, please be sure to consult a medical professional.