22nd Bukgu Love Marathon
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Event Date
October 18, 2026 (Sun)
Region · Venue
Daegu · 금호강 산격야영장
Registration Period
Aug 03, 2026–Aug 24, 2026
Category · Fee
청년부·장년부 남녀 4개 부문으로 운영
Race Information
The 22nd Bukgu Love Marathon is a community sports marathon held in Buk-gu, Daegu, with the goals of promoting public health, encouraging local unity, expanding the base of running enthusiasts, and fostering a bright and healthy social atmosphere through sport. The event takes place at Kumho River Sangeok Campsite, and the course is designed around riverside bicycle paths that allow participants to enjoy a comfortable running environment.
The race consists of a 10 km short marathon and a 5 km health run. The 10 km event is divided into four divisions for men and women in the youth and senior categories, while the 5 km event is open to anyone as a single category. The 10 km race starts at 09:00, and the 5 km race starts in two waves at 09:05 and 09:10 according to assigned groups.
The 10 km course starts at Kumho River Sangeok Campsite and passes under Kumho 1 Bridge, Kumho River Auto Camping Site, the soccer field, the baseball field, Kumho 2 Bridge, and the area near Aprojung before turning back and returning along the same route. The 5 km course runs toward Sangeok Bridge, passes under Mutae Bridge and Chimsan Bridge, and turns around near the transmission tower by the Sangeok Geumo Mansion area. Both courses make use of the Kumho River bicycle path, offering a pleasant riverside running experience with scenic views.
Participants receive a T-shirt, bib number, finisher medal, and souvenir, and the T-shirt and bib number are mailed 5 to 7 days before the event. The 10 km race has a time limit of 1 hour and 30 minutes and uses gun time for ranking, while the 5 km race has a 1-hour time limit. On race day, the program includes a pre-event performance, opening ceremony, race briefing, the races themselves, an awards ceremony, and a prize drawing, giving participants additional enjoyment beyond the run.
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