Taipei Charity Marathon

Location: Taipei
Country: Taiwan
Website: https://scbmarathon.com/en/index.php
2025 Marathon Date: 12/01/2025
2026 Marathon Date: 11/01/2026
Winning Time 2025: 2:26:02
% Sub-3s: 2–5%
# Sub-3s: 50–99
Total Runners: 3k–10k

The Taipei Charity Marathon takes place each January in Taipei, Taiwan’s bustling capital and largest city. Known for its distinctive blend of modern skyline, riverside paths and surrounding mountains, the event has grown steadily since its inception and now forms part of the city’s expanding distance running scene.

The route is structured around the rivers that border central Taipei, incorporating long stretches of paved bike paths and elevated embankments. The course is largely flat, with very few turns or inclines, and benefits from uninterrupted road surfaces throughout. While it lacks major city centre landmarks, the quiet, linear layout and predictable pacing rhythm make it attractive to performance-focused runners.

January is winter in Taipei, and the weather is typically cool, with average race-day temperatures ranging from 10–15°C. Humidity can be moderate to high, but the air is stable and rain is less common than in spring or summer. The event starts early to maximise cool conditions, and wind exposure is limited due to the low elevation of the course.

The race is well organised, with clear signage, supportive aid stations and smooth coordination at the start and finish. Road closures are limited since the course mostly avoids busy traffic zones, which helps reduce logistical complexity. While crowd support is light on the outer sections, local volunteers and race crew provide reliable encouragement and assistance throughout.

The Taipei Charity Marathon is not a headline international race, but it offers a fast course, favourable conditions and a calm, structured experience for those who value simplicity and rhythm. For sub-3 aspirants based in East Asia or travelling in the region, the event provides an early-season opportunity to run a controlled effort on a flat course with minimal distractions.