Information
Event Title: 2026 Galaxy Entertainment Macao International Marathon
Date: 06 December 2026 (Sunday)
Organizers: Sports Bureau of Macao SAR Government, Galaxy Entertainment Group , General Association of Athletics of Macau
Aim: To boost local sports development, and strengthen bond with other countries that contributes to the promotion of sports tourism of Macao.
Races：
| Marathon | Half Marathon | Mini Marathon |
|---|---|---|
| 42.195km | 21.0975km | approx 5km |
Categories：
All races are classified into male and female categories, with respective age categories as determined by the year of birth of the participants:
| Male and Female |
|---|
| Marathon | |
|---|---|
| Category | Year of Birth |
| A | 1997-2006 |
| B | 1992-1996 |
| C | 1987-1991 |
| D | 1977-1986 |
| E | 1976 or before |
| Half Marathon | |
|---|---|
| Category | Year of Birth |
| A | 1998-2008 |
| B | 1987-1997 |
| C | 1975-1986 |
| D | 1974 or before |
| Mini Marathon | |
|---|---|
| Category | Year of Birth |
| A | 2008-2011 |
| B | 1987-2007 |
| C | 1986 or before |
Race Quota：
- 2,000 participants for Marathon;
- 5,000 participants for Half Marathon;
- 5,000 participants for Mini Marathon.
Program：
| Date | Venue | Time | Content |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/12/2026 - 04/12/2026 | Broadway MacauTM M/F | 12:00-21:00 |
Collection of number bib and timing chip, Information to the Athletes document upon presentation of registration receipt and ID. |
| 05/12/2026 | Broadway MacauTM M/F | 10:00-22:00 | |
| 06/12/2026 | Olympic Sport Centre Stadium (Taipa) | 05:00 | First call (Stadium doors will be opened) |
| 06:00 | Start of Marathon | ||
| 06:00 | Start of Half Marathon | ||
| 06:20 | Start of Mini Marathon | ||
| 08:00 | Award Ceremony for Mini Marathon | ||
| 09:00 | Award Ceremony for Half Marathon | ||
| 12:00 | Award Ceremony for Marathon | ||
| 12:00 | End of the competiton |
Facilities and Services:
| Distance indicators | A total of 42 signboards, located every 1 km |
|---|---|
| First aid stations and mobile toilets | Placed along the course |
| Showers | One in Macao Peninsula and one in COTAI |
| Refreshment Stations | A drinks station will be set up within the first 5km and water, sports drinks or sponges are supplied every 2.5km after. A signboard will be placed 100m before each refreshment station. |
| Finish line area | Supplied with water, sports drinks, bananas and chocolate. |
| Facilities | Toilets, changing rooms, shower facilities and storage for personal belongings. |
| Weather | Please refer to the Meteorological and Geophysics Bureau for information. |
Note:
- All the information provided to the athletes by the Organizing Committee of the race (including “Information to the Participants” etc) will be considered as part of this regulation in all circumstances;
- All omitted cases will be settled by the Organizing Committee, and in case of doubt, the Organizer reserves the right of making the final decision on the issue in question;
- By submitting application, participants have agreed to enter the 2026 Galaxy Entertainment Macao International Marathon and have also agreed to abide by the conditions of registration and the event, and any instructions given by the Organizing Committee;
- Participants in the 2026 Galaxy Entertainment Macao International Marathon are required to comply with the Competition and Technical Rules of World Athletics.